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First foreign film to win Best Picture makes Oscars history

By Jacob Baker | February 10, 2020

Korean film “Parasite” won big and made history Sunday at the 92nd annual Oscars, taking home best picture, best director, best international feature film and best original screenplay.This is the first time in Academy Award history that a foreign...

Meth, of Chicago, performs Feb. 1 at the Rockness Sound Studio.

Midwest bands bring unforgettable night to Rockford

By Jacob Baker | February 9, 2020

DeKALB — Meth, Greet Death, Quilt Club and Livid delivered an unbelievable night to remember Feb. 1 at the Rockness Sound Studio in Rockford in a genre-mixed show.Meth, the headlining band from Chicago, is a perfect fusion of mathcore, drone, noisecore,...

Find the best skin routine for you

By Kennedy Jones | February 9, 2020

Caring for your skin might seem easy, but everyday habits have a huge impact. Figuring out what products to use or finding the right skin care routine that fits you isn’t that easy.A simple way to start could be to find a skin care website, like Curology,...

Shane Landers as Paul McCartney, plays the bass Saturday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.

The Return brings Beatles music back to life

By Parker Otto | February 8, 2020

DeKALB — When the lights dimmed on the Egyptian Theatre stage, four Georgian musicians rushed on and became the iconic, Liverpudlian, mop-top Beatles.The Return, an American Beatles tribute band, performed Friday with a mix of the early hits and later...

Fatty’s to host 90s party Saturday

By Jamie O'Toole | February 8, 2020

Sending locals back to the '90s through a nostalgic celebration from 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, Fatty's Pub and Grill will be hosting a decade party with the band Run Forest Run. Tickets for Run Forest Run’s performance at Fatty’s, 1312 W....

How to enjoy Valentine’s Day alone

By Jamie O'Toole l Senior Reporter | February 6, 2020

Find an indulging activitySelf-care can be soothing and relaxing on any day, but on Valentine’s Day, self-love is crucial. Activities to practice self-love — so you can make yourself feel special when no one else can — include an extensive face...

How to clean your shoes

By Kennedy Jones | February 6, 2020

With all the snow and ice melting, shoes need a little extra care this time of year. There are many different ways to clean shoes; however, the appropriate cleaning method may vary based on the material of the shoe. These tips and tricks can be used any...

Bars and restaurants: weekend specials

By Jacob Baker | February 6, 2020

If you're looking to spend time with good company this weekend over a few drinks, these are the specials this weekend worth checking out.  Fatty's Pub & Grille, 1312 W. Lincoln HighwayFatty's has food and drink specials running all weekend long...

Professor presents thoughtful film discussion as part of art exhibition

By Jacob Baker | February 6, 2020

The NIU Art Museum hosted studio art professor Nina Rizzo who spoke at a thought-provoking film screening of “At Eternity's Gate” that bridged the film to her own work as a painter Jan. 28 at Jack Arends Hall.The film “At Eternity’s Gate,” starring...

Beatles tribute band coming to Egyptian Theatre

By Parker Otto | February 5, 2020

DeKALB — The end of The Beatles came in 1970 when Paul McCartney announced he was leaving the group, but 50 years later the music of The Beatles lives on and will be performed by The Return, an American Beatles tribute band. The show will be 7:30 p.m....

Local band to play at KJ’s Bar & Grill

By Jamie O'Toole | February 4, 2020

DeKALB — Covering bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Molly Hatchet, DeKalb band Shooter will bring what it calls “whiskey rock and roll” to residents.The band will perform 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday at KJ’s Bar & Grill, 518 E. Lincoln Highway.For...