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The Ellwood House Museum sits in the snow. The Museum has announced its schedule for the 2023 holiday season. (Northern Star File Photo)

Holiday schedule announced for Ellwood House Museum

By Kalin Schaefer, Sports Reporter | November 6, 2023

The Ellwood House Museum has released its schedule for the 2023 holiday season, with two ways to experience a tour. The mansion will be decorated for the holidays by local organizations and businesses, as well as volunteers.   From Nov. 15 to Dec....

A man reaches for dozens of blue orbs above him in a scene from "Wish." The Disney film celebrates 100 years of Disney animation, and fans are already noticing problems with the animation and plot. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Disney may have another animated flop

By Lindsay Curtis, Copy Editor | November 6, 2023

Disney’s new animated feature “Wish” has audiences wanting more from the major studio. Disney has been criticized recently for its use of similar character types in their heroines. Referred to on the internet as “adorkable” protagonists,...

The title art for the game "Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2" depicts a gold ball with two red stars inside white lettering. The game recently got an update that includes a new battle mode and tournament. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Unique addition to Xenoverse 2

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | November 5, 2023

As of Oct. 12, fans of the action RPG Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 are able to experience an abundance of new content in one of the biggest free updates the game has ever seen.  Xenoverse 2 is a game that’s part of the Dragon Ball franchise and grants...

A graphic shows a collage of music albums in front of a blue and green colored background. This week’s Spotify playlist theme is songs by problematic artists. (Joey Trella | Northern Star)

Songs by well-known problematic artists

By Northern Star Staff | November 5, 2023

From artists cheating on their wives to attempting to assassinate presidents, this week holds some of the best songs by problematic singers.  Angelina’s picks: Justin Timberlake - “Cry Me a River”   The 1975, Matty Healy - “Love...

A graphic depicts a blue and purple space background with 12 constellations spread out in a circle. The horoscopes for this week suggest advice for work relations and self-love. (Joey Trella | Northern Star)

New, flirty beginnings coming in first week of November

By Hannah Soukup, Assistant News Editor | November 5, 2023

With eclipse season being over, the rest of 2023 brings less turbulence. On Wednesday, Venus shifts from reserved Virgo to exuberant Libra. As Venus is home to Libra, it feels comfortable in this sign, providing prosperity and hope within love. On Friday,...

DeKalb’s weekend: Day of the Dead, music and more

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | November 3, 2023

OFRENDA DISPLAY 9 a.m. | Nov. 4 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St.   WEDDING OPEN HOUSE 11 a.m. | Nov. 4 | Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St., Sycamore   DeKALB DAY OF THE DEAD “CELEBRATION OF LIFE” 2 p.m. | Nov. 4 | Downtown...

A man with a split skull looks down. Roger Corman has directed some of the best horror films in the 1960s and onward. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Three eclectic Roger Corman classics

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | November 2, 2023

There are two types of horror fans: those who want to be scared and those who want to have fun. With his low-budget production values and dated special effects, it’s unlikely the classic films of director-producer Roger Corman will fuel any nightmares,...

An altar holds pan de muerto, sugar skulls and marigolds in celebration of Day of the Dead. DeKalb's Day of the Dead celebrations take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday at the Create Health Mobility Clinic. (Getty Images)

Celebrate Day of the Dead in downtown DeKalb

By Lindsay Curtis, Copy Editor | November 2, 2023

DeKALB - Walk around downtown DeKalb to celebrate the passing of your ancestors at the Day of the Dead celebration on Nov. 4. The family event hosted by Create Health Mobility Clinic will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission is free and...

Marvel character Carol Danvers stands, looking confused in a bedroom. "The Marvels" is the next film apart of the MCU which will be releasing on Nov. 10. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Marvel at films, album next week

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | November 2, 2023

Next week, there will be a unique selection of media coming out for your enjoyment. From the newest Marvel film to a pop icon’s debut album, the coming week has many exciting releases.  “The Marvels” The Marvel Cinematic Universe returns...

A Nutella and cheese sandwich lays on a blue and white plate. Individuals either embrace or turn away from weird food combinations. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

Wacky food combinations we hate to love

By Tamya Burch, Social Media Coordinator | November 1, 2023

Pregnant women aren’t the only ones with interesting taste buds. It turns out weird food combinations are more common than people think. There is always an untraditional food combination everyone is scared to eat around others. NIU students were...

Jack Cutmore-Scott (left) and Kelsey Grammer sit next to each on a bed. The "Frasier" reboot is streaming on Paramount+ with episodes releasing weekly. (Courtesy of YouTube)

‘Frasier’ reboot: Masterclass in bad writing

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | November 1, 2023

The Paramount+ reboot of “Frasier” twists one of the most beloved shows of the ‘90s into an excruciatingly painful caricature of itself. Bloated with shoddily written jokes that would feel more at home in children’s sitcoms like “iCarly”...

The outside of CrackerJax is decorated with Halloween decor. Lauren Woods, the owner of the store, has been in DeKalb for 39 years. (Nick Glover | Northern Star)

Lauren Woods, DeKalb staple for 39 years

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | October 31, 2023

DeKALB – As you open the door, a gentle bell rings and a variety of scents fill the air. As your eyes adjust, you see trinkets and treasures filling the walls and halls as you struggle to take it all in, remnants of bygone eras.  These are the thoughts...