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Evanston residents and Ald. Clare Kelly (1st) said several vacant NU-owned houses in Evanston have deteriorated for decades. The University has released no public plans for their development and has not registered the vacancies. — Reported by @IsadoralUrio dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/17/top…

Thursday’s annual Bright Horizons Garden Party looked a little different from previous years, but the event still brought the community together for an evening of gardening, nurturing and connecting. — Reported by Sophia Memon dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/17/cit…

“Octet,” an a cappella musical on an extended run at the Goodman Theatre, features two NU alums who spoke with The Daily about the production, lessons they learned on campus and the show’s important takeaways. — Reported by @reganmichele215 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/17/ae/…

Reel Thoughts: After six weeks, “Love Island USA” Season 8 finally wrapped up on Sunday. Though gross challenges and disrespectful comments made the season a frustrating watch, it ended on a heartwarming note. — Written by Eliza Martin dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/ae/…

Northwestern has contributed several comments to nearly half a million submissions on a Trump administration proposal to overhaul rules on federal research grants. — Reported by Taariq Ahmed dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/17/cam…

As smoke from wildfires in Canada engulfed parts of the Midwest, the National Weather Service issued an air quality alert for Evanston on Thursday morning that remains in effect until midnight. — Reported by Taariq Ahmed dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/cit…

The George R.R. Martin Summer Intensive Writing Workshop welcomed 10 fellows to Evanston for a weeklong writing bootcamp dedicated to helping mid-career journalists draft novels. — Reported by @reganmichele215 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/cam…

Since 2016, “Moana” has captured the hearts and minds of children, but Disney's most recent attempt to capitalize on the franchise led to an underwhelming live-action remake of the film that lacks the sincerity of the original. — Reported by Ian Dodd dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/15/ae/…

“Little House on the Prairie” dropped on Netflix on July 9, lacking the childhood charm that the eponymous books are known for. — Written by Emerson Leger dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/ae/…

The Evanston Public Library Board of Trustees swore in three new members during its Wednesday night meeting, reaching a quorum after a series of resignations and withdrawals from reappointment last month. — Reported by @reganmichele215 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/top…

The Roycemore School will suspend operations, cancelling its planned 2026-27 school year due to low enrollment, the private school’s board of trustees announced in an email to community members Wednesday morning. — Reported by @jdowb2005 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/top…

Dozens gathered for Evanston Environmental Justice Coalition’s screening of a documentary tracing preservation efforts among the Gullah Geechee community Wednesday, drawing connections to Evanston’s history of environmental racism. — Reported by @jdowb2005 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/cit…

In her return to Martin Stadium, former Northwestern goalkeeper Jenika Cuocco led the WLL’s Maryland Charm to victory over the New York Charging on Saturday evening, while the Charging’s roster also features eight former Wildcats. — Reported by @jemccl_ dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/16/spo…

Liner Notes: English actress, model and singer-songwriter Suki Waterhouse released her third studio album, “Loveland,” on Friday. While I enjoyed hearing more of Waterhouse’s dreamy indie pop style, some songs are definite skips. — Written by Eliza Martin dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/15/ae/…

Internet personality Adamn Killa and rapper Taylor Bennett performed in Chicago during Vocalo’s free, for-all-ages concert on Saturday night. — Reported by Grace Wang dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/14/vid…

Medill Prof. Steven Thrasher filed a lawsuit Monday against Northwestern and several government officials alleging breach of employment contract, retaliation against protected speech and civil rights violations. — Reported by @es_dissanayake and @ak_newsom dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/15/top…

AMC Evanston 12 will temporarily close from Monday until early 2027 for renovations. Plans include downsizing by five screens and installing “spacious reclining seating,” according to a Tuesday news release from the company. — Reported by @jdowb2005 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/15/cit…

On Monday, City Council appointed three members to the Evanston Public Library board and adopted an ordinance to reduce the speed limit on Emerson Street. — Reported by @emmarichman_ and @reganmichele215 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/15/cit…

Northwestern’s Martin Stadium hosted five games for the Premier Lacrosse League and Women’s Lacrosse League over the weekend. Seven former NU players in the WLL’s matchup played in a return to their old college’s field. — Photos by @jemccl_ dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/13/pho…

City Council approved a 30-unit housing development at 1103-1105 Emerson St. during its Monday night meeting amid concerns from neighbors about the potential displacement of Black residents. — Reported by @emmarichman_ and @reganmichele215 dailynorthwestern.com/2026/07/14/top…