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Meet the News Section

By Joseph Howerton, Video Editor
February 28, 2024
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Gabby Crabtree during the Northern Star budget meeting emphasizing her mind blowing point with hand gestures. Northern Star news section shares their thoughts on making a news story and importance of a college newspaper. (Joseph Howerton | Northern Star)

Meet news editor for the Northern Star, Gabby Crabtree, and the rest of the news team as they discuss what they look for in a story. From features, profiles, briefs and breaking news the team shows the importance of local news to NIU. Interested in writing for news? Apply at Northernstar.info

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