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The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

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Lifestyle
The Netflix home page shows a list of trending shows on a laptop screen.
What I'm watching this weekend: Northern Star Staff
Northern Star Staff • January 27, 2022
Comic book on table with blurred background.
Why it's a good time to be a part of a fandom
January 27, 2022
A photograph of the new DeKalb location of late-night dessert shop Insomnia Cookies.
Insomnia Cookies grand opening set for Saturday
January 27, 2022
The Huskie Den in Holmes Student Center is reopening after being remodeled and shuttered due to COVID-19.
Activities for students to try while on campus
January 27, 2022
If there’s one genre that has experienced the most sweeping changes in the 2010s, it’s R&B.
Top 5 R&B albums of the past decade
January 27, 2022
The zodiac signs (Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces) illustrated in a chalkboard style.
Weekly horoscopes: Jan. 26 - Feb. 1
January 26, 2022
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News
Senator Ethan DeMeuse (left) takes notes during the Aug. 29 Senate meeting. SGA Senate meets at 5 p.m. every Sunday in the Capitol Room of the HSC.
SGA will hold elections for legislative and executive positions
January 27, 2022
DeKalb Police Headquarters, 700 W. Lincoln Highway.
Leverton: Gun related violence up since 2018 in DeKalb
January 27, 2022
Chess pieces on a chess board stand ready to be played. Students have created a chess club to connect with like-minded players around the community.
Check mate: NIU outlasts Baylor to win chess championship
January 26, 2022
Takis To Go, 817 W Lincoln Hwy, serves traditional American food.
Local restaurant struggles due to opening during COVID-19
January 26, 2022
A photograph of a variety of masks intended for use against COVID-19.
NIU gives out N95, KN95 masks
January 25, 2022
From left to right: Alderperson Barb Larson, Alderperson Carolyn Morris, Alderperson Greg Perkins, Alderperson Tracy Smith, Mayor Cohen Barnes, Alderperson Scott McAdams
Pappas Developments receives green light from city council
January 24, 2022
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Weekly Print Edition
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Sports
Huskies comeback attempt comes up short
Huskies' comeback attempt comes up short
Waleed Alamleh, Sports Reporter • January 28, 2022
Womens basketball junior guard Chelby Koker passes by Toledo freshman forward Jessica Cook during NIUs victory over the Rockets Saturday.
This weekend in Huskie athletics: Jan. 28 edition
January 28, 2022
Junior guard Darweshi Hunter passes the ball during a conference matchup against the Bowling Green Falcons at the Convocation Center in DeKalb.
Men's basketball's comeback falls short against Ball State
January 28, 2022
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrates after throwing a 5-yard touchdown pass to tight end Travis Kelce during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Missouri.
What to do with the NFL's overtime regulations
January 26, 2022
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   Editorials
NIU is working to help those students who need it most, with its support of the DoublePell campaign.
Editorial: Doubling Pell Grant creates opportunity for success
Editorial: Newsroom content policies provide trust with audiences
January 18, 2022
Editorial: Portnoy should be out of bowl festivities
November 17, 2021
Editorial: Charging students to attend McCartney concert was unnecessary
November 10, 2021
Opinion
Its important to use social media for a specific purpose, instead of scrolling mindlessly for hours.
Responsible social media use can benefit mental health
Zulfiqar Ahmed, Media Editor • January 28, 2022
A crowd of Britney Spears supporters hold up signs for the media in front of the Lincoln Memorial.
Jamie Lynn Spears has no right to capitalize off of #FreeBritney
January 26, 2022
NIU students and DeKalb residents are able to utilize fitness equipment at the Rec Center and other fitness centers on campus.
Gym memberships aren't worth it
January 26, 2022
NIU is working to help those students who need it most, with its support of the DoublePell campaign.
Editorial: Doubling Pell Grant creates opportunity for success
January 25, 2022
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Trending Stories
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Takis To Go, 817 W Lincoln Hwy, serves traditional American food.

Local restaurant struggles due to opening during COVID-19

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A photograph of the new DeKalb location of late-night dessert shop Insomnia Cookies.

Insomnia Cookies grand opening set for Saturday

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DeKalb Police Headquarters, 700 W. Lincoln Highway.

Leverton: Gun related violence up since 2018 in DeKalb

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Water leaks from the ceiling in New Hall East.

Frozen coil sends water into New Hall residences

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From left to right: Alderperson Barb Larson, Alderperson Carolyn Morris, Alderperson Greg Perkins, Alderperson Tracy Smith, Mayor Cohen Barnes, Alderperson Scott McAdams

Pappas Developments receives green light from city council

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A photograph of Darryl Postelnick outside of his house where some of his cooking videos are filmed.

NIU alumnus finds TikTok fame through food

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8 alderpeople at DeKalb City Council meeting on Monday.

Pappas Development under consideration by city council

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Chess pieces on a chess board stand ready to be played. Students have created a chess club to connect with like-minded players around the community.

Check mate: NIU outlasts Baylor to win chess championship

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The Falling $5, 1440 Sycamore Road, is a bin store full of miscellaneous items.

Local business gives residents bang for their buck

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