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Judy DeStefano, proud champion of Evanston, dies at 84
Judith “Judy” N. DeStefano, 84, died on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, at the Brentwood, Tennessee, home of her son Geoffrey, after a long journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Judy was born on Feb. 15, 1942, to the late Roy and Charlotte Nelson, and was the wife of the late world-renowned…
Evanston under a flood watch in effect until late Thursday night
Evanston is under a flood watch until 10 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Flooding, caused by excessive rainfall, may affect several counties, including Cook. Rainfall totals of 2 inches or more in just a few hours could occur within the more intense rainfall…
LISTEN: Mark Tupper recaps the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox Wild Card finishes
October 1, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about the MLB playoffs including the completion of the Chicago Cubs and White Sox first round matchups, and the Fi...
City of Valparaiso, Jefferson Park neighbors to host tree planting event
The City of Valparaiso and Jefferson Park neighbors will host a tree planting on Saturday, October 3 at 200 East Park (2501 McCord Rd.). Supported by a $3,000 Neighborhood Improvement Grant, the project will result in the planting of approximately 19 to 22 trees. (Image credit:…
DERA members discuss 900 Clark ahead of City Council appearance
The Downtown Evanston Residents Association (DERA) continued to press its opposition to the 900 Clark St. high-rise Wednesday, less than a week after the city’s Land Use Commission advanced the proposal to the City Council “I was actually quite disappointed” in the commission’s…
Peggy Tarr: ¡Feliz mes de la herencia hispana! Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
As I was nearing the entrance to a restaurant, three women speaking Spanish were exiting. One of them walked back to the restaurant door, opened it and held it while I entered. “Gracias,” I said and smiled. The woman then walked beside me and opened and held the inner door. I…
ETHS golf: Golfers score wet win at IHSA regional
Evanston’s golf team has fallen short of winning an Illinois High School Associationstate championship by the slimmest of margins for two years in a row. But there can’t be any doubt about the current squad’s mental toughness even ifthey don’t go all the way in 2026. That mental…
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Published October 01Buddy Guy & guests to celebrate his 90th birthday at Radio City Music Hall — how to watch
Chicago blues legend Buddy Guy will celebrate his 90th birthday with an all-star cast of special guests at Radio City Music Hall on Oct. 1.
Best musical bets for October
The musical harvest in Evanston this fall is bountiful! There will be many great concerts, and it is impossible to hear them all. I have picked out six shows that I am going to put on my calendar in October. None of these shows happen at the same time, so it is possible to attend…
Guía de la boleta 2026: Todas las carreras en las elecciones generales del 3 de noviembre
Editor’s note: This is the Spanish version of the RoundTable’s 2026 general election ballot guide. The English version can be read here. Nota del editor: Esta es la versión en español de la guía de la boleta del RoundTable para las elecciones generales de 2026. La versión en…
Evanston’s 2026 midterm ballot guide: Every race in the Nov. 3 election
Editor’s note: This is the English version of the RoundTable’s 2026 general election ballot guide. The Spanish version can be read here. Nota del editor: Esta es la versión en inglés de la guía de la boleta del RoundTable para las elecciones generales de 2026. La versión en…
Guía de votación 2026: Qué hay que saber para las elecciones generales del 3 de noviembre
Editor’s note: This is the Spanish version of the RoundTable’s 2026 general election voting guide. The English version can be read here. Nota del editor: Esta es la versión en español de la guía de votación del RoundTable para las elecciones generales de 2026. La versión en…