Daily Northwestern

The Daily Northwestern is the official student-run newspaper for Northwestern University. Founded in 1881 and located in Evanston, Illinois, it is produced solely by undergraduate students, with many of them studying at the Medill School of Journalism.

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Chicago Stars FC looking into playing at Martin Stadium in 2026

22 hours ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Henry Frieman

Lanny and Sharon Martin Stadium could have a new tenant for the 2026 National Women’s Soccer League season. Professional women’s soccer team Chicago Stars FC requested a zoning analysis to play its home matches at Northwestern’s lacrosse, soccer and temporary football stadium during the 2026 season, which spans from March to November. The team’s current lease at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, expires at the end of the year, according to a Stars spokesperson.
Judge allows one count to proceed in lawsuit against Pritzker deans

1 day ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Isaiah Steinberg

A federal judge dismissed one count in Yasmeen Elagha’s (Pritzker ’24) civil rights lawsuit against three Pritzker School of Law deans Tuesday, allowing another count to proceed. A practicing attorney at the Council on American-Islamic Relations in Chicago, Elagha filed suit against Pritzker Dean Hari Osofsky, Associate Dean and Dean of Students Susan Spies Roth, and Associate Dean George Langford II in Cook County Circuit Court in November. The case was moved to federal court that same month.
Northwestern alumna Sanjyot Dunung campaigns for U.S. House of Representatives

1 day ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Ben Shapiro

Sanjyot Dunung (Weinberg ’86) announced a bid for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District, which encompasses Chicago suburbs west of Evanston — including Elgin, Schaumburg and parts of Des Plaines — in a news release Tuesday morning. Dunung serves on the Board of Directors for the National Small Business Association, the Truman Center for National Policy, and the American Leadership Project. She also served on former President Joe Biden’s Foreign Policy Working Group.
Liner Notes: Kali Uchis’ ‘Sincerely,’ explores love and grief

1 day ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Wise lyrics, dreamy vocals and personal reflection are key features of Kali Uchis’ latest studio album “Sincerely,.” Released on May 9, the 14-track LP explores the positive and negative aspects of life while appreciating the moments that are often taken for granted. Compared to her 2024 Spanish album “Orquídeas,” the Colombian-American artist’s fifth project is a solo endeavor and explores her spiritual journey with the loss of her mother and the birth of her child.
City Council introduces long-discussed Responsible Bidder Ordinance

2 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Sophie Baker

City Council voted 8-0 Monday to introduce the Responsible Bidder Ordinance, which will establish additional criteria for businesses applying to carry out city projects. The RBO, long the subject of consideration, requires bidders and subcontractors on public works contracts of at least $25,000 to have increased safety training, apprenticeship programs and a program for the prevention of substance abuse.
The Daily Northwestern

2 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Isaiah Steinberg

May 12, 2025 The Daily Northwestern earned 19 Society of Professional Journalists 2024 Mark of Excellence Awards spanning multiple categories on May 6. Six of The Daily’s accolades were first place finishers. The Daily was considered in SPJ’s Region 5, which is comprised of student newspapers in Kentucky, Indiana and Illinois. Established in 2000, the Mark of Excellence Awards recognize the best student journalism each year.
Woofie’s rolls mobile pet service into Evanston

2 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Ben Shapiro

May 12, 2025 Roby Geevarghese said he never had a dog as a kid because his parents were allergic — but that didn’t stop his love for animals. Years later, he opened Woofie’s Evanston-North Shore, a mobile pet service, to tap into this love. Geevarghese “soft-launched” the business in November and plans to celebrate its grand opening at the end of May.
Rauw Alejandro brings telenovela theatrics to Chicago

3 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Elegant attire, an excellent storyline and spontaneous moments of perreo were some of the key features of Rauw Alejandro’s first Cosa Nuestra World Tour performance in Chicago Friday night. Fresh from his stop in Houston, the Puerto Rican singer sold-out three nights at United Center and brought the sazón to Chicago’s West Side.
Taylor scores 10 goals as No. 3 Northwestern lacrosse tops Michigan

3 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Henry Frieman

It only took 50 seconds of game time for junior attacker Madison Taylor to break the seal on No. 3 Northwestern’s NCAA Tournament second-round matchup with Michigan. By halftime, she’d already scored four goals, and by the end of the third quarter, nine of her shots had found the back of the net. By converting a free-position goal with five minutes left in the contest, Taylor cemented her place in NCAA history, setting the record for most goals scored in an NCAA tournament game with her 10th goal.
Democrats announce bid for state Senate seat after Laura Fine launches Congressional campaign

3 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Sophie Baker

Two new candidates have announced bids for the state Senate seat currently held by State Sen. Laura Fine (D-Glenview), who recently launched a Congressional campaign. Evanston resident Rachel Ruttenberg, the former deputy chief of staff for policy in the Cook County Board President office, is running to be a “champion for the progressive values,” according to her campaign website.