Sean Clark+FollowEvanston to Chicago: Your transit cheat sheetGetting around Evanston and Chicago is easier than you might think! Whether you’re heading to class, downtown, or the airport, there’s a transit option for every schedule and budget. The free Northwestern Intercampus Shuttle is a lifesaver for trips between campuses, while SafeRide is perfect for late-night rides near campus. For city adventures, hop on the CTA’s Purple Line or the 201 bus—both accept Ventra cards. Need to go further? Metra trains connect you to the suburbs and beyond. Even O’Hare and Midway airports are just a bus or train ride away. What’s your go-to way to get around? #Transportation #Evanston #Chicago00Share
Kim Brown+FollowEvanston L stations could become community hubsVacant retail spaces at Evanston’s Davis and Central L stations might soon get a new lease on life—not just as shops, but as places that actually serve the community. The CTA is rethinking how these empty spots could be used, even if it means making less money, to bring more energy and people into the stations. Imagine a local pop-up, a community gathering spot, or a service for hospital families right where you catch your train. What would you love to see fill these empty storefronts? How could these spaces make your commute or neighborhood better? #Business #LocalBusiness #Evanston00Share
Ashlee Thomas+FollowDid You Just Win $300K at This Gas Station?Imagine stopping for gas and unknowingly snagging a $300,000 lottery ticket! That’s what happened at the BP on Howard St. in Evanston, IL. The catch? No one’s claimed the prize yet. If you fueled up there on May 14, you might want to check your car for a Lucky Day Lotto ticket. That forgotten slip could make you seriously rich! Wouldn’t it be wild if it was you? #IllinoisLottery #LuckyDayLotto #CheckYourTickets #LotteryWinner #Evanston #Finance30Share
Eddie Deleon+FollowChicago Stars’ big move: Goodbye Bridgeview, hello Evanston!Chicago soccer fans, get ready for a shakeup—after years of traffic headaches and tough seasons, the Chicago Stars are leaving Bridgeview and heading to Evanston’s Martin Stadium for 2026. This lakefront move could be a game-changer, making matches more accessible and sparking new energy for the team. With only three home games left in Bridgeview, it’s the end of an era for local fans. What do you think—will this move finally give the Stars the boost they need, or will you miss the old stadium vibe? #Sports #ChicagoStars #Evanston00Share
