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‘Life of Pablo’ reveals more vulnerable West

By Alexis Malapitan | February 18, 2016

Rapper Kanye West released his seventh studio album “The Life Of Pablo,” and it seems to explore a more honest West.After what seems like years of just talking about it, West’s most anticipated album is finally here and features collaborations with...

Mo Pitney to perform at Egyptian Theatre

By Northern Star staff | February 16, 2016

Country singer Mo Pitney will perform 7 p.m. April 23 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.The Coyote Fan Jam from 102.3 the Coyote will host the event.Pitney will perform with singers Olivia Dvorak and Stroker Red, according the Egyptian theatre’s...

Grammy Predictions

Grammy Predictions

By Alexis Malapitan | February 15, 2016

Alumna nominated for Grammy award

By Morgan Carrigan | February 15, 2016

NIU alumna Lori Henriques, producer and writer, released “How Great Can This Day Be” in 2014. The children’s jazz album is nominated for a Grammy for Best Children’s Album in the 58th Grammy Awards which will premiere at 7 p.m. tonight. Henriques...

Quiz: Where should you and your special someone spend Valentine’s Day?

By Northern Star staff | February 12, 2016

If you're having trouble deciding where to take your special someone on Valentine's Day, the Northern Star has you covered with this quiz.

The bar inside Fanatico decorated for Valentine's Day.

Food Friday: Fanatico

By Jessica Plessner | February 12, 2016

The bar inside Fanatico decorated for Valentine's Day.

Pet of the Week: Finn

By Northern Star staff | February 12, 2016

Owner: Sarah Brazeau, junior visual communications majorWhat is your pet's name? Finnigan or "Finn"What kind of animal is your pet? African Pygmy HedgehogWhat is your pet's favorite treat? WatermelonWhat is your pet's favorite activity? DiggingDescribe...

Parachute band to perform national anthem at basketball game

By Northern Star staff | February 11, 2016

Virginian pop-rock band Parachute will perform the national anthem at the men’s basketball game against Western Michigan 3:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Convocation Center.Parachute will perform prior to their live show at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. 2nd...

Gaelic Storm to return for 9th show at Egyptian Theatre

By Deanna Frances | February 11, 2016

A festive night of Irish music will return for the ninth year as Gaelic Storm comes to the Egyptian Theatre on Saturday.The band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the theater, 135 N. Second St. Gaelic Storm has performed annually at the Egyptian Theatre...

Restaurants To Take Your Valentine To

By Morgan Carrigan | February 11, 2016

Whether we like it or not, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. The holiday can either be the most dreaded or most anticipated day of the year.Depending on where you fall on the spectrum, I have chosen five restaurants in the DeKalb area that...