Carolyn Murray, whose son Justin was shot and killed at age 19 in November 2012, is this week's guest on the ECTV show 'The Reporters.' Speaking to Jennifer Fisher of Evanston Patch and Ciara McCarthy of the Daily Northwestern, Murray talked about her efforts to prevent future gun violence, including a gun buyback program she organized in December and another one she's planning this summer. Murray also talked about a prayer march and anti-gun violence rally she is planning for June 22, open to the Evanston community. Familes affected by gun violence, students, local politicians and clergy …

Evanston Police Chief Richard Eddington talked about the investigations of two recent homicides, the effects of a "no snitch culture" and why the police have joined Twitter in a recent episode of 'The Reporters.' Eddington answered questions from four local reporters on the ECTV show, which is streamed live on cable channel 6 on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and on Thursdays and Saturdays at 6 p.m. He also talked about residency requirements for police officers, the police department's new armored surveillance vehicle and how youth outreach officers are making a difference. Evanston Review's Bob …

Watch this video to see a clip from the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. This week's discussion revolved around heavy rains and flooded basements in Evanston from an April 18 storm and the continued debate over which tenants should remain in the city-owned Noyes Cultural Arts Center as Piven Theatre expands. The reporters also discussed Evanston artist Indira Johnson's "peace movement" and community art project called Ten Thousand Ripples, which involved placement of ten Buddha sculptures in public locations around the city. …

Watch this video to see a clip from the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. This week's discussion centered around the results of Evanston's local election, when incumbents were re-elected to the city council and several new members were elected to the Evanston Township High School District 202 school board. Evanston Review's Bob Seidenberg moderates, with panelists Shawn Jones of the Evanston Roundtable, Charles Bartling of Evanston Now and Marshall Cohen of the Daily Northwestern. The show is streamed live on cable channel 6 on …

Watch this video to see a clip from the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. That includes discussion of two city council races that are heating up in the first and sixth wards, as well as discussion of Northwestern University's role in local elections. It also includes discussion of the Keg's closing last week after the landlord declined to renew the bar's lease. Evanston Review's Bob Seidenberg moderates, with panelists Shawn Jones of the Evanston Roundtable, Jennifer Fisher of Evanston Patch and special guest Marshall Cohen of the …

If elected to Evanston Township Supervisor, candidate Gary Gaspard says he would like to revamp the role of the township to provide more value to residents. Click the video above to watch Gaspard answer questions from reporters at a recent Evanston Community Television forum. His opponent, Keith Banks, could not attend.

School superintendent and first ward candidates Edward Tivador answered questions from reporters during a recent Evanston Community Television forum. His opponent, incumbent Ald. Judy Fiske, could not make the forum. Click on the video above to hear what Tivador had to say about his experience as superintendent of Northbrook/Glenview School District 30, about the ideal relationship between first ward residents and Northwestern University and his ideas for economic development.

Incumbent Ald. Delores Holmes (5th Ward) and write-in challenger Carlis Sutton answered questions from reporters in an Evanston Community Television forum last week. Click on the video above to hear what the candidates had to say about a city program designed to address foreclosures in the fifth ward, the problems of gentrification and the delicate relationship between police and residents.

Incumbent Ald. Mark Tendam (6th Ward) and challenger Mark Sloane answered questions from reporters during an Evanston Community Television forum last week. Click on the video above to hear what they had to say about tax-increment financing, the city's relationship with Northwestern University and whether police and firefighters could be on the chopping block given upcoming pension demands, among other topics. For more coverage of Evanston's April 2013 school board and city council races, visit our elections hub.

Watch this video to see a clip from the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. In this segment, the reporters discuss a new ordinance limiting panhandling and solicitation. Evanston aldermen passed the law Monday, Feb. 11, which restricts panhandling (asking for money without offering anything in return) and solicitation (distributing leaflets, usually for commercial purpose) to certain days and hours. Politicians collecting signatures are exempt, as the act is considered an exercise of free speech, according to city lawyer Grant Farrar…

Watch this video to see a clip from the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. This week's discussion centered around the city's plan to sell water to more northwest suburbs in hopes of bringing in money. Can Evanston actually bring in a profit without raising rates? Evanston Review's Bob Seidenberg moderates, with panelists Bill Smith of Evanston Now, Shawn Jones of the Evanston Roundtable and Jenny Fisher of Evanston Patch. The show is streamed live on cable channel 6 on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and on Thursdays and Saturdays at 6 p.m. On …

Watch this video to see a clip from the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. That includes discussion of Michelin-rated Farmhouse coming to Evanston and a new "popup" restaurant concept on Chicago Avenue. It also includes discussion of Northwestern's latest schemes to fill the stands, including something called "purple pricing" and a partnership with Wrigley Field. Evanston Review's Bob Seidenberg moderates, with panelists Bill Smith of Evanston Now, Shawn Jones of the Evanston Roundtable and Jenny Fisher of Evanston Patch. The show …

Watch this video to see a clip from the most recent episode of the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. That includes the city council's approval of a $25 million tax-increment financing district at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and Main Street, with revenue earmarked for infrastructure improvements and a proposed office building. It also includes discussion of grading teachers in District 65, where the school district must comply with a state mandate to evaluate teachers based on student performance.  Evanston Now's Bill Smith …

Watch this video to see a clip from the ECTV show "The Reporters," where four local journalists talk about the latest news in Evanston. That includes the opening of Chicken and Waffles in the next few weeks on Dempster Street, the crowds at the new Found Kitchen downtown and a restaurant that never materialized--Felony Frank's. It also includes discussion of development on Howard Street, where the Ward Eight Wine Bar recently opened and a theater is under consideration, as well as discussion of 1515 Chicago Ave. The building was demolished earlier this month while the owners seek a new tenant…

ECTV has just released a new show called "The Reporters," in which four Evanston journalists talk about the latest local news.  The first episode was taped last Thursday and can be watched in the video player above. Evanston Review's Bob Seidenberg moderates, with panelists Bill Smith of Evanston Now, Shawn Jones of the Evanston Roundtable and Jenny Fisher of Evanston Patch. The discussion ranged from the latest violence in Evanston to new developments in town, including Trader Joe's, the Northwestern University Visitor Center and tax-increment financing. The show will be streamed live on …