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Trend gurus share tips on fall-wear

By Sophia Phillips | October 3, 2016

DeKALB | Taking a favored summer dress into a wearable fall fashion is a difficult task, but by understanding color, layering and using the right accessories, transitioning into a fall wardrobe is simple.Layering with pieces like sweaters and over-sized...

Five colors that affect mood

By Darius Parker | September 29, 2016

Selecting the perfect color to wear takes time and energy. The color of a garment could really influence mood for the day. Whether it be a cardigan, hoodie or jeans, it’s time to bust out the fall fashions so many of us have been waiting to showcase.Here...

Kiefer Sutherland portrays Tom Kirkman in a scene from “Designated Survivor.” This show premiered Wednesday Sept. 21 on ABC. 

Network TV shows to tune into this fall

By Danielle Keys | September 29, 2016

Kiefer Sutherland portrays Tom Kirkman in a scene from “Designated Survivor.” This show premiered Wednesday Sept. 21 on ABC. 

Fall TV shows: What will stay, what will go?

By Jesse Baalman | September 29, 2016

Columnist Jesse Baalman reviews the fall TV show line up and decides whether they are here to stay.“This Is Us” —  StayThis show should have no problem staying on air and establishing a loyal fanbase. With the end of NBC’s successful drama “Parenthood,”...

Coloring is healthy for adults

By Marisa Pieroni | September 26, 2016

Adult coloring books may be the newest and healthiest obsession thanks to a recent explosion in popularity in mainstream media. Anyone can pickup crayons and enjoy the benefits of coloring and still feel like an adult, because coloring books are no longer...

Gamers gather around prerelease boxes, waiting to get their cards at midnight Friday at The Gaming Goat, 229 E. Lincoln Highway.

‘Kaladesh’ unites gamers together

By Sophia Phillips | September 26, 2016

Gamers gather around prerelease boxes, waiting to get their cards at midnight Friday at The Gaming Goat, 229 E. Lincoln Highway.

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Deal of the week: Fatty’s Pub & Grille

By Kaylyn Zielinski | September 23, 2016

Every week the Northern Star will feature the best deals on and around campus.This next week look forward to Thursday's at Fatty's Pub & Grille. Thurday's are grilled cheese nights. $0.99 is all you need for a grilled cheese and homemade kettle chips....

‘Snowden’ earns under projection

By Jesse Baalman | September 22, 2016

“Snowden” didn’t receive the attention it deserved at the box office during its debut with “Sully” outperforming in projections, and “Bridget Jones’s Baby” and “Blair Witch” fighting for a top-spot at the box office. Its less than...

Top 5 trends from New York Fashion Week

By Sophia Phillips | September 19, 2016

The fashion industry’s top designers showcased their loud and bold collections for spring and summer of 2017 in New York Fashion Week, ending Thursday. Designers’ collections included updates to classic garments and elements from past decades.Here...

New iPhone launch, ‘won’t be upgrading’

By Danielle Keys | September 19, 2016

DeKALB | Many students usually flock to get the new iPhone, but students seem resistant during this new Friday release due to many drastic changes with software updates and the removal of the headphone jack.The iPhone 7 comes in silver, gold, rose gold...