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Jason Molina playing a guitar on stage as a part of Magnolia Electric Co. Ten years after his death, his music has taken on a new meaning among his fans.

Just Be Simple: The heartbreaking memory of Jason Molina

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | April 4, 2023

Midwestern musician Jason Molina was found dead, alone in an Indianapolis apartment on March 16, 2013.  The scene was bleak. According to The Chicago Reader, “A half-filled bottle of cheap vodka lay in the freezer. Cigarette butts littered the floor....

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew during the March 23 Congress hearing on TikTok's safety for children. TikTok is facing bans across the country such as a recent ban in Utah.

TikTok CEO’s heated debate with Congress

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | April 4, 2023

On March 23, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew sat before one of the most bipartisan committees Congress has seen.  Chew testified for four and a half hours in front of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee, answering aggressive questions. Chew became...

NIU baseball outfielder and catcher Colin Summerhill had seven RBIs including a grand slam which earned him this week's Huskie of the Week. (Eddie Miller | Northern Star)

Grand slam helps Summerhill earn first Huskie of the Week

By Northern Star Sports Staff | April 3, 2023

DeKALB – NIU junior outfielder and catcher Colin Summerhill recorded seven RBIs (runs batted in) in the Huskies’ last four games, including a grand slam against Northwestern University. Summerhill’s dominant performance from the plate helped him...

NIU redshirt freshman Blake West opposes Buffalo’s redshirt freshman Mason Bush in the first match of the wrestling side of the meet on Feb. 4 at the Convocation Center. (Alyssa Queen | Northern Star)

7 Huskie wrestlers named to All-MAC Academic team

By DeOndre Saunders, Sports Reporter | March 30, 2023

DeKALB – Seven players from the NIU wrestling team were announced on Tuesday to be on the Mid-American Conference All-Academic team. Student-athletes must have at least a 3.20 cumulative GPA and have participated in at least 50% of the contests scheduled...

Student Government Association candidate profiles

By Evan Mellon, News Reporter | March 27, 2023

DeKALB – The Student Government Association is the organization of representatives elected by the student body, who are responsible for funding and supporting student events and organizations on campus. The following candidates are running for student...

We Care is a pregnancy clinic in downtown DeKalb. The clinic offers various services for interested residents. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

WeCare4NIU, anti-abortion student outreach

By Bridgette Fox, Written Managing Editor | March 22, 2023

DeKALB – A normal day at the We Care Pregnancy Clinic, located in downtown DeKalb, begins with prayer in the building’s breakroom. The microwave in the breakroom has a sticker that says “love every heartbeat” in cursive, and the whiteboard...

The Huskies take to the court for the second half of their game against Western Michigan on Saturday at the NIU Convocation Center. NIU beat the Western Michigan Broncos 81-53. (Alyssa Queen | Northern Star)

Huskies defeat Western Michigan in blowout

By Jermel Williams, Sports Reporter | February 12, 2023

DeKALB – NIU men's basketball (11-14, 7-5 MAC) defeated Western Michigan University (6-18, 2-9 MAC) Saturday in a convincing fashion, winning 81-53. The game started slow for the Huskies, falling down 15-6 within the first couple of minutes of play,...

Vote for your favorites in Best of DeKalb 2023.

Northern Star opens voting for Best of DeKalb 2023

By Northern Star Staff | February 1, 2023

It’s time to vote for Best of DeKalb 2023! Best of DeKalb gives you the opportunity to vote for your favorites in 27 categories such as Best Fraternity, Best Sorority, Best NIU Faculty Member, Best Pizza Place, Best Place to Watch Sports, Best Coffee...

Valentine's Contest 2023: Best 'Meet-Cute' Story

Valentine’s Contest 2023: Best ‘Meet-Cute’ Story

By Northern Star Staff | January 30, 2023

In honor of Valentine's Day, we are asking couples to submit their "meet cute" story (how they first met before they started a romantic relationship). Please fill out the form telling us your “meet cute” and submit a photo of you and your partner...

The astrological signs in a circle on a gradient space background.

Weekly horoscopes: Jan. 29 – Feb. 4

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | January 29, 2023

We’re returning back to the classic format this week. Just because we’re shaking things up this semester doesn’t mean we can’t come back to tradition once in a while! Aries (March 21 - April 20) Unleash your aggression. Don’t misconstrue...

Then-freshman guard Chelby Koker brings the ball up the court in the Huskies' Jan. 15 loss to Kent State University at the Convocation Center in 2020. (Araya Venegas/Northern Star)

Koker snags second MAC Scholar Athlete of the Week

By Northern Star Sports Staff | January 26, 2023

DeKALB – NIU women’s basketball senior guard Chelby Koker earned her second Mid-American Conference Scholar Athlete of the Week of the 2022-23 season Wednesday following her pair of game performances this past week. Koker previously earned the honor...

The run-down pavement and potholes of Greenbrier Road filled with melted snow and sleet after a snowstorm Wednesday in the North Annie Glidden neighborhood. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

DeKalb plans to reduce traffic in Annie Glidden North

By Evan Mellon, News Reporter | January 25, 2023

DeKALB – The new Community Development Block Grant annual action plan outlines how over $800,000 will be invested into DeKalb to improve infrastructure and invest in social service agencies. The City of DeKalb released the first draft of their 2023...