In “Mixtape Pluto,” Future brings out his long overdue alter ego, “Pluto.” The tracks take an interesting dive into future highs and lows of his experience, dedication and perseverance throughout his career.   Future is a well known artist,...

On Oct. 28, Tyler, the Creator released his highly anticipated album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is his eighth studio album. “CHROMAKOPIA” had its high points, and I enjoyed the album but was left slightly underwhelmed.  As a self-proclaimed rap...

For affordable clothing, NIU students don’t have to go far. The Huskie Closet is a student-led project that offers free second-hand casual and business clothing to NIU students and members of the surrounding community. Located in the Chick Evans...

Trends come and go in the blink of an eye, but something that hasn’t changed is the need for hydration – and the desire for the coolest water bottle in town. In every place, there will be someone with a water bottle in tow.  There are countless...

Our favorite edgy hedgehog returns to face friends and enemies who haunt him from his past in “Sonic X Shadow Generations.”  Released Oct. 25 as a re-release of the original “Sonic Generations,” “Sonic X Shadow” generations is the newest...

Trembling, shaking, gasping for air on a subway train on the way to work, Helen Jones suffers a panic attack. This opening scene of “Machinal” shocks the audience immediately.  The School of Theatre and Dance flourishingly illustrated mental health...

This weekend, enjoy events such as a dark play by the NIU School of Theatre and Dance, a celebration of Dia de los Muertos at the Egyptian Theatre and more.  DEKALB HIGH SCHOOL THEATER FALL PLAY – “HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD” Date...

Friday debuts the next School of Theatre and Dance production, the play “Machinal.” “Machinal,” written by Sophie Treadwell and directed by Alexander Gelman, tells the true story of Ruth Snyder, a woman who was declared guilty of killing...

On the eve of Halloween, the Boutell Concert Hall overflowed with brightly dressed spectators and terrifying tunes of the past.  The Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra held their annual Halloween concert at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and played...

A string quartet moved more than just their bows Tuesday night. They performed moving pieces that left the audience enriched.  The Avalon String Quartet played at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Recital Hall of the Music Building. The quartet included musicians...

“Helldivers 2” has risen from the dangerous depths of obscurity thanks to the final update of the 60-day plan.  Released Oct. 15 and dubbed patch 01.001.104, this update was part of Arrowhead Games Studios’ 60-day plan, a period in which the...

NIU’s Student Veteran Association provides support for students Military and Veteran Services created a space for military students in the Peters Campus Life Building, Room 160, as of January 2020. That space also holds meetings for NIU’s Student...