College students are increasingly struggling with a skill long considered fundamental to academic success: Reading. Experts, such as David Paige, a professor of literacy education at NIU, said the problem does not begin in higher education. “It really...

In this Weekly Writeup, readers can find events from the NIU Art Museum and Pick Museum of Anthropology, free weekly bike rides, NIU’s annual block party and more. LEGACIES ON DISPLAY: THE FORBIDDEN AND VENERATED ARTS OF BURMA Date and Time:...

Downtown Dekalb’s Van Buer Plaza came alive on Thursday as the community gathered to celebrate the 30th season of the Dekalb Farmers Market. The event, organized by the Dekalb Chamber of Commerce and presented by Northwestern Medicine, ran from 10...

When I tell people I own a business on top of going to school full time, working for the Northern Star, the Writing Center and a photography studio many people are shocked and impressed. I opened my character entertainment business in March 2024, not...

In a world where tension seems impossible to shake and every headline is pressing harder on our chests, division has become the background noise of daily life. Identity is fought over, culture feels under siege and speaking out is both brave and expected....

As temperatures increased and days got longer, many were looking for ways to cool down, tune in or indulge. From viral sweet-treats, chart-topping albums to internet controversies, this summer had many memorable moments and trends.  Events at a Coldplay...

Released on July 25, hip-hop artist Freddie Gibbs and producer The Alchemist blessed fans with the release of “Alfredo 2.” Serving as the second edition of their “Alfredo” series, Gibbs’ smooth yet aggressive flow matches perfectly with The...