Evanston City Council Approves Northwestern's Ryan Field Renovation and Concert Plans
Evanston City Council has approved Northwestern University's plan to rebuild its football stadium, Ryan Field, and rezone it for large-scale events. The $800 million privately funded project will allow the stadium to hold six concerts a year. While some residents expressed concerns about increased traffic and noise, proponents argue that the commercial use will bring in tourism dollars and benefit the local economy. Northwestern plans to be ready to play in the new stadium by 2026.
