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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NU issued $500 million in bonds before federal funding freeze

10 hours ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Jerry Wu

Only months after capping its second-most successful fundraising campaign in fiscal year 2024, Northwestern turned to the debt market in March, borrowing an additional $500 million in taxable fixed rate bonds. Weeks later, as the University now stares down a $790 million federal funding freeze, the transaction could prove even more timely.
Captured: Baseball: Northwestern beats UIC 7-6, wins season series

16 hours ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Avantika Singh

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You can contact the photo editor by emailing [email protected]. Northwestern (18-20, 8-10 Big Ten) defeated UIC (11-27, 7-8 MVC) 7-6 Tuesday afternoon, taking the season series. The Wildcats lost 5-2 to the Flames in March but took the April 1 game 2-1.
President Schill signs letter condemning Trump’s ‘overreach’

1 day ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Jerry Wu

University President Michael Schill joined more than 200 academic leaders in a letter, released Tuesday, condemning the Trump administration’s recent “overreach” in higher education institutions. The signatories included the heads of colleges and universities across the country who have had to grapple with the Trump administration’s pressure campaign against their campuses.
NIH begins funding freeze, Northwestern left in the dark

2 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Isaiah Steinberg

Officials in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have instructed the National Institutes of Health staff to pause all agency awards to universities whose funding the Trump administration froze, according to an internal email verified by multiple news outlets. The email, first posted on X by Nature reporter Max Kozlov, was sent to grant management officers by Michelle Bulls, director of an NIH office that oversees compliance and manages grant policy.
An economy in scrambles: Some Evanston brunch spots charging egg-stra fees

3 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Ben Shapiro

At Frida’s, a daily shipment of 15 dozen eggs used to cost around $30. Then prices cracked wide open — and the same order set the restaurant back more than $100. Rosario Barreto, the owner of the local breakfast and lunch spot, said the price became “unbearable.” Now, as the order costs her around $60 — down from its peak, but still double the original price — the daily purchase is straining her bottom line.
Gichigamiin Museum hosts monthly free admission days, artist pop-up markets

3 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Ben Shapiro

Five months after the Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum changed its name to better represent the community it serves, it has seen a spike in attendance and community engagement, Kim Vigue, the museum’s executive director, said. Formerly known as the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, the institute on Central Street changed its name in November 2024. “Gichigamiin” translates to Great Lakes in Ojibwe — the language of the people native to the northern plains region of North America.
Truth or Consequences New Mexico releases new EP

6 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Avantika Singh

When Jack Parker (McCormick ’23) and Cora Pancoast (McCormick ’23) DJed together as juniors at Northwestern’s studio radio station WNUR, they had disparate tastes in music. Parker wanted to play ambient folk music and songwriter-oriented records, while Pancoast preferred hardcore punk and riot girl. Today, they have a rock band together, Truth or Consequences New Mexico, and released their second EP “This Time of Year” on April 11.
Former Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl to receive honorary street sign on McDaniel Avenue

6 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Hannah Webster

Skip to Content April 17, 2025 Former Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl will be honored with a sign reading “Elizabeth Tisdahl Way” on McDaniel Avenue after a unanimous vote from City Council on Monday. Tisdahl, who served as mayor from 2009 to 2017, was also on the Evanston Township High School District 202 Board of Education and represented the 7th Ward on City Council. She was present at Monday’s meeting, along with former Mayor James Lytle.
Q&A: EPD Chief Schenita Stewart named Illinois Police Chief of the Year

6 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Ben Shapiro

The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police named Evanston Police Department’s Schenita Stewart its Police Chief of the Year earlier this month. Stewart has served as the EPD’s chief of police since October 2022 and has worked in law enforcement for more than 25 years. She is the first woman to have ever won the title. The Daily spoke with Stewart about the award, her background in law enforcement and community engagement. This interview has been lightly edited for brevity and clarity.
Wafflavor and Paris Baguette soon to serve sweet treats downtown

6 days ago | dailynorthwestern.com | Sophie Baker

Two new international eateries may be coming to downtown Evanston in the near future. Both will be located near Fountain Square. Last spring, the Cinnaholic at 1596 Sherman Ave. permanently closed after opening its doors in 2021. Now, Wafflavor, which will offer Korean-style waffles, is set to take its place. While Wafflavor’s website teased a February opening, the restaurant has yet to invite customers in. An employee at the company’s headquarters declined a request for comment.