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What's up Evanston! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Teen arrested after undercover sting tied to south Evanston harassment cases
  • What big climate moves will Evanston's task force recommend next?
  • How much could Evanston taxes rise under the 2027 budget plan?

Also on today's calendar: Farm Picnic Concert with The Sullivan Sisters and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 68 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 78, low: 60.
  • Sunday: Nice with periods of sun, with a high of 68 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Teen Arrested In Connection With 2 South Evanston Incidents (patch.com) — Evanston residents are being urged to share any information after police arrested a teen in connection with two Oct. 5 sexual harassment incidents in south Evanston. Detectives used video footage and an undercover operation that extended into Chicago to identify and apprehend the juvenile suspect, who now faces felony charges and a pending juvenile court appearance.
   

2. Climate panel debates priorities (evanstonnow.com) — Evanston's climate task force is finalizing a report showing the city has already cut greenhouse gas emissions by 49%, which goes to City Council on Monday. Members are now debating whether to prioritize big, high-impact actions or easier "low-hanging fruit," and how much to focus on resilience and community outreach as Evanston pushes toward its 2050 carbon-neutral goal.
   

3. Finance panel wants more city staff cuts (evanstonnow.com) — Evanston's Finance and Budget Committee is pressing for deeper staff cuts as it reviews the proposed 2027 budget, which currently trims only seven positions and includes nearly $100 million in capital projects. The plan would raise combined city and library property taxes by 8.9%, about $180 for a median homeowner, while officials debate which projects and jobs are essential as they confront a multimillion-dollar deficit.
   

4. Fire alarm disrupts Northwestern 'October 7' play based on massacre survivor testimony (foxnews.com) — A fire alarm forced the evacuation of Cahn Auditorium during an "October 7" play at Northwestern University in Evanston, before the building was cleared and the performance resumed. Jewish groups say the timing is troubling given the play's focus on Hamas attack survivors, though investigators have not determined whether the alarm was deliberately set, and Northwestern remains under pressure to protect Jewish students after a major civil-rights settlement.
   

5. Audrey Tromp Wins Schmidt Vocal Arts Illinois Regional Competition (operawire.com) — Northwestern University in Evanston recently hosted the Schmidt Vocal Arts Illinois Regional Competition, where Brookfield student Audrey Tromp took first place and advanced to the national finals. Several other young singers from Illinois and beyond earned cash prizes, awards, and a chance at scholarships, highlighting Evanston's ongoing role as a regional hub for high-level music events.
   

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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: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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