Skip to Main Content

Northern Star

 

Advertisement

 

 
Northern Star

Northern Illinois University’s student media since 1899

 

Ensure student journalism survives. Donate today.

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

Egyptian Theatre renovations begin

By Parker Otto | May 4, 2019

Staff members of the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N Second Street, broke ground Wednesday for new renovations which will, over the summer, add several updates to the infrastructure of the nearly 90 year old theater.These will include baby changing stations,...

"HOMECOMING: a film by Beyoncé" displays the music icon's performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in 2018.

Beyoncé displays musical talent in Netflix documentary

By Peter Zemeske | May 3, 2019

"HOMECOMING: a film by Beyoncé" displays the music icon's performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in 2018.

On Saturday, Graham Cracker Comics will celebrate Free Comic Book day with fun activities including a raffle and a sketch artist.

Graham Cracker Comics to host Free Comic Book Day

By Parker Otto | May 1, 2019

Graham Cracker Comics contains several statues and other collectables for the nerd in everyone.

Netflix shamelessly rips off ‘A Quiet Place’

By Edwin Kelso | April 29, 2019

To say “The Silence,” directed by John R. Leonetti, is a poor man’s “A Quiet Place” would be an extreme over-exaggeration of the quality.“The Silence” feels like a cheap grab by Netflix to cash in on this theme of horror where one must learn...

The Cranberries' lead singer Dolores O'Riordan performs in Barcelona on October 4, 2012. The album "In the End" is a tribute to her by The Cranberries following her death in 2018.

The Cranberries create one last album to honor late lead vocalist

By Peter Zemeske | April 28, 2019

The Cranberries' lead singer Dolores O'Riordan performs in Barcelona on October 4, 2012. The album "In the End" is a tribute to her by The Cranberries following her death in 2018.

The Avengers assemble to take down Thanos in "Avengers: Endgame," the sequel to "Avengers: Infinity War."

‘Avengers: Endgame’ assembles into one of the greatest comic book films

By Parker Otto | April 28, 2019

The Avengers assemble to take down Thanos in "Avengers: Endgame," the sequel to "Avengers: Infinity War."

Tony Stark, played by Robert Downey Jr., uses the Iron Man helmet to record himself in "Avengers: Endgame." The 22nd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is being released today and will conclude the devastating events of "Avengers: Infinity War."

Marvel Cinematic Universe evolves film itself

By Parker Otto | April 25, 2019

Tony Stark, played by Robert Downey Jr., uses the Iron Man helmet to record himself in "Avengers: Endgame." The 22nd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is being released today and will conclude the devastating events of "Avengers: Infinity War."

Sigma Alpha Epsilon gives back to community

By Amy Geldean | April 24, 2019

Fraternal organization Sigma Alpha Epsilon spent their time giving back to the community during their “True Gentlemen Week of Service” which lasted from April 15 to April 19.In years past the chapter has done a single day of service but this year...

The Lonely Island, Steve Aoki and others to headline Summerfest

By Peter Zemeske | April 23, 2019

Summerfest runs June 26-30 and July 2-7 this year in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The music festival boasts an impressive 11-day span and attracts over 700,000 attendees every year, according to 2018 statistics from Summerfest. What also sets Summerfest apart...

R&B artist Anderson .Paak performs April 12 at the Coachella Music and Arts Festival. Hs album "Ventura" was released that same day.

R&B artist Anderson .Paak releases new, soulful album

By Peter Zemekse | April 19, 2019

The restless R&B crooner Anderson .Paak takes a breather  with “Ventura” after the hard-hitting “Oxnard,” which took a noticeable departure from the breezy neo-soul heard on 2014’s “Venice” and the critically acclaimed “Malibu,”...

Daisy Ridley leads the cast of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" as Rey. The long awaited trailer for the film was released Friday at the Star Wars Celebration convention in Chicago.

‘Star Wars IX’ trailer revealed

By Parker Otto | April 17, 2019

Daisy Ridley leads the cast of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" as Rey. The long awaited trailer for the film was released Friday at the Star Wars Celebration convention in Chicago.

Lil Nas X's single "Old Town Road" stirred controversy when it was pulled from Billboard's Hot Country Songs list March 21. He has since collaborated with Billy Ray Cyrus on a remix of the song, which was released April 5.

Lil Nas X’s Country Single Pulled From Billboard, Musical Genres Hurt Musicians

By Peter Zemeske | April 17, 2019

Lil Nas X's single "Old Town Road" stirred controversy when it was pulled from Billboard's Hot Country Songs list March 21. He has since collaborated with Billy Ray Cyrus on a remix of the song, which was released April 5.