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Simu Liu attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion" exhibition on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, in New York.

Film review: ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | September 14, 2021

Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” the 25th film installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is a strong introduction to general audiences of a deep-cut character while also giving a new redeeming rendition of a fan-favorite...

This is Sassafras, the 1-year-old tortoiseshell.

Tails pet of the week: Sassafras

By Northern Star Staff | September 14, 2021

DeKALB – The Tails Humane Society’s pet of the week for Sept. 14 is a 1-year-old tortoiseshell cat named Sassafras. Sassafras is a sweet cat who is shy at first but warms up to you after receiving pets and treats. She is great with older children,...

The Ellwood House, pictured above in it's usual

Ellwood House to host ‘Wine on the Terrace’

By Northern Star Staff | September 13, 2021

DeKALB — DeKalb’s historic Ellwood House will host its “Wine on the Terrace” event from 4-7 p.m. Sept. 18. The event will take place on the Ellwood House terraces and gardens, 420 Linden Plaza, and will “offer a picturesque setting for an...

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Lifestyle’s weekly Spotify playlist #20

By Lifestyle staff | September 12, 2021

Weekly Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6QygcpRwfxfq8xtA5c5yTm  Jacob’s picks  Turnstile - “MYSTERY” Boldy James, The Alchemist, Benny The Butcher - “Brickmile To Montana” Halsey - “You asked for this”  Hardcore...

AMC movie theater

Film review: ‘Together’

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 11, 2021

“Together” is a unique comedy-drama that deals with the ups and downs of a problematic couple’s relationship during the COVID-19 lockdown.  The film addresses many common relationship issues like controversial topics involving the pandemic and...

Mission, NIU's live mascot, will retire Saturday during the football game against Wyoming. Mission's replacement "Mini Mish" will assume the mascots duties following Mission's retirement.

NIU Mission set to retire Saturday

By Jacob Baker | September 10, 2021

DeKALB — NIU’s first official live mascot, Mission, will retire in ceremonial fashion on Sept. 11, when the football Huskies play their home opener against the University of Wyoming Cowboys, serving as a transition for the new Mission.  The new...

Band on a musical stage.

Album review: ‘GLOW ON’

By Brandon Montemayor | September 10, 2021

Baltimore hardcore outfit Turnstile have released their third full-length studio album “GLOW ON” to much fanfare. Having already received positive reviews from the likes of NPR and AltPress, the album capitalizes on the success of the band’s previous...

Roar-In' Car Cruise event poster.

Roar-In’ Car Cruise returns to DeKalb

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 9, 2021

DeKALB – The Lions of Illinois Foundation will be hosting the third annual Roar-In’ Car Cruise from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The event will take place at 700 N. Peace Road and is free to the public. It is $10 to register to participate in the...

The Egyptian Theatre is bringing back BOO'ze & Spirits Tours starting Sept. 24.

BOO’ze & Spirits Tours Returning to the Egyptian

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 9, 2021

DeKALB – The Egyptian Theatre will be returning this fall with three BOO’ze & Spirits Tours, providing a perfect opportunity for fans of historical stories and haunted houses. The events will be held Sept. 24, Oct. 15 and Nov. 19 at 8 p.m....

Gerald Brann will perform at the Egyptian Theatre's Yellow Brick Road: Tribute to Elton John at 7:30 p.m. Saturday.

Elton John tribute to perform at Egyptian Theatre

By Northern Star Staff | September 8, 2021

DeKALB — The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., will host “Yellow Brick Road: A Tribute to Elton John” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. “There is no other performer who looks and sounds so much like Elton John, nor any tribute act that provides the...

Assortment of school supplies.

How to stay organized this fall

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 8, 2021

I tend to succeed more in anything I do and feel more put together when everything is organized. Staying organized also helps  eliminate any  unnecessary extra stress by making things easy to find, whether it be notes or items around the house. Here...

Rappers performing at a concert.

Album review: ‘Bo Jackson’

By Gabriel Fiorini | September 7, 2021

Boldy James, newest member of Buffalo-based rap crew, Griselda, has released another collaborative album with producer The Alchemist. This album marks the pair's third installment of collaborative projects spanning back to 2019. These include the “Boldface”...