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Adrian Martinez-De La Cruz
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Reporter for EvanstonNow.com // send tips, questions, etc to [email protected] or 224-307-6253.
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Exclusive: AIPAC getting very involved in #IL09, viewing the race as one of the most important races nationwide and the potential lead domino for the Democrats' 2026 midterms

But to win, AIPAC is first trying to get Bruce Leon to drop out
AIPAC pushes Leon to quit House race - Evanston Now
Lobbying group's leaders held meeting last week with community leaders as ballot deadline looms.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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NEW: Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, who is running for Congress, confronted Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino today:
December 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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ICE/border patrol is back in Evanston this morning, per Mayor Daniel Biss

CBP Chief Gregory Bovino was spotted yesterday in Cicero, per @blockclubchi.bsky.social and other reports
🚨 Alert: ICE/CBP have been spotted this morning in Evanston, Rogers Park, and surrounding areas. We have no confirmed reports of abductions at this time. Please be alert, be safe, and call 855-435-7693 to report ICE activity or request assistance.
December 17, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Evanston home prices grew nearly 4% within the last 12 months, compared to the previous year, according to data released this week by Zillow.

However, other neighboring towns (Skokie, Wilmette, Highland Park) are seeing faster growth in home values.

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Evanston home values up 3.7% - Evanston Now
Rents rising faster than home prices here, Zillow says.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:15 PM
As I enter my third week in this role, just wanted to share I’ve been reporting for Evanston Now, learning more about housing issues and Northwestern University.

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December 16, 2025 at 1:20 AM