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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Evanston public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Acting mayor vacancy
Four months after Mayor Biss announced his retirement, the council finally filled the vacancy — but only after a messy 5-4 fight. A public commenter argued the mayor pro tem arrangement itself violated state law on vacancies.
Mayor Resignation
Evanston is shaking things up as Mayor Daniel Biss officially steps down after five years, clearing the path for brand new leadership just as early voting for the November 3 election kicks off.
Mayoral Election
City Clerk Stephanie Mendoza is jumping into the Evanston mayoral race, which is about to shake up local leadership. Get ready for a competitive election cycle as key city hall players vie for the top spot.
Election
Evanston City Clerk Stephanie Mendoza has officially tossed her hat into the ring for mayor, shaking up local politics and guaranteeing a busy election season. With new leadership on the table, it's a great time to see who's running and where they stand on the issues that affect your daily commute and property taxes.
Mayoral Resignation
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is stepping down early, meaning we're heading to the polls for a mayoral election sooner than expected in 2027. Get ready for a political shakeup as the city prepares to choose new leadership ahead of schedule.
Election Law
Evanston is jumping back into a legal fight over ranked-choice voting, which means the city is spending more time and money to defend this new way of casting ballots.
City Council Swearing-in
Evanston's got a fresh batch of city councilmembers ready to take the oath on April 28. This means new leadership is stepping up to steer local policy and city decisions for the upcoming term.
Mayoral Leadership
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is getting comfortable in his office and figuring out the ropes at City Hall. Residents can expect to see how his early lessons in leadership shape upcoming local policies and city management.