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🌱 Patch AM: 200+ Cited, 2 Arrested During Labor Day Crackdown In Evanston

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Cheers Evanston! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Evanston police detail 215 citations from Labor Day crackdown
  • How Evanston came together to remember 9/11, 25 years later
  • Stayed at Evanston's Hilton Garden Inn recently? Read this health warning

Also on today's calendar: Midnight Circus In The Parks and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Sunday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 73, low: 60.
  • Monday: A p.m. t-storm possible, with a high of 71 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 200+ Cited, 2 Arrested During Labor Day Crackdown In Evanston (patch.com) — Evanston drivers faced a major Labor Day traffic crackdown, with police reporting three arrests and 215 citations tied to a 2026 safety campaign. Officers focused on speeding, seat belt use, child restraints, insurance violations and distracted driving, all backed by federal highway safety funds administered through the state.
   

2. Evanston remembers 9/11 (evanstonnow.com) — Evanston residents, officials and first responders gathered at Fireman's Park on Sept. 11 to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with prayers, silence and reflections. Interim Fire Chief Matt Smith, local legislators, and former Mayor Steve Hagerty emphasized unity, everyday courage, and the responsibility to keep the story alive for younger Evanstonians who know less about that day.
   

3. Hotel linked to legionnaires' disease cases (evanstonnow.com) — Evanston's Health and Human Services Department is warning anyone who recently stayed at or visited the Hilton Garden Inn North Shore/Evanston on Maple Avenue and now has pneumonia-like symptoms to contact a medical provider. Two Legionnaires' disease cases are linked to the hotel, whose pool and hot tub are closed while water testing is underway. Residents can also reach the city health department directly for guidance.
   

4. The Seldoms Bring New Full-Length 'All at Once' To Evanston's Studio5 In October (patch.com) — Evanston's Studio5 Performing Arts Center will host the world premiere of The Seldoms' new Cubist-inspired dance work "All at Once" on Oct. 16 and 17, with evening performances on Dempster Street. The Chicago-based company marks its 25th anniversary with six dancers, three percussionists, striking costumes and an improvisational score, with tiered ticket prices for students, seniors, and supporters.
   

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Ok Evanston! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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