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Multiple colorful pumpkins sit in rows together. The DeKalb Public Library will host multiple Halloween events aimed at younger audiences. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

DeKalb Public Library to host children’s Halloween events

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | October 18, 2023

With All Hallow's Eve fast approaching, the time has come to appease the spirits with candy and fun Halloween events at the DeKalb Public Library. LASER CUT AND PAINT WOODEN HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS People can get into Spooky Season with wood-cut Halloween...

A person wears a white mask with a black hood over their head in a scene from "A Haunting in Venice." The film is now in theaters and is based on the Agatha Christie novel titled "Hallowe'en Party." (Courtesy of YouTube)

‘A Haunting in Venice’ good, not necessary

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | October 18, 2023

Kenneth Branagh’s third portrayal of iconic detective Hercule Poirot creates a perfect mood for “A Haunting in Venice.” Branagh, who also directed and produced the film, perfected the Frenchman in his reprisal of the role.  After Poirot retired...

Characters from the mobile game Yu-Gi-Oh! pose behind text that says "Duel Links." The game new update improves some of the game’s bugs and adds a new game mode. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Rush duels offers something new for Yu-Gi-Oh!

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 17, 2023

The Yu-Gi-Oh! card game is a franchise that started in 1999 and gained more and more fans as it evolved and added more rules.  However, as the game increased in complexity, all the new and complicated rules made the game difficult to learn. It started...

A person's hand presses up through the inside of a computer screen. 2023 has produced numerous horror films, and some were loved while others were hated by fans. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

Scary or stupid: 2023 horror films

By Lindsay Curtis, Copy Editor | October 17, 2023

As Halloween quickly approaches, let’s take a look at some of the best and worst horror films of this year. BEST - “Talk To Me” This A24 film was directed by Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou in their directorial debut. The story follows...

A sign in support of the writer's strike stands visible outside Netflix headquarters on Sept. 27, 2023, in Los Angeles. Now that the writer's strike is over, Netflix will resume production of several TV shows. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

WGA strike ends, Netflix resumes productions

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | October 16, 2023

In a groundbreaking achievement, the Writer's Guild of America has successfully fought for its rights and got a fair contract with production studios after a 148 day strike. The strike began on May 2 after negotiations between WGA and the Alliance...

Taylor Swift and her dancers raise their hands during the final bow at one of her concerts. Swift has recently released a concert film of her Era’s Tour in theaters. (Tamya Burch | Northern Star)

‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,’ a concert-like experience

By Tamya Burch, Social Media Coordinator | October 16, 2023

The “Eras Tour” doesn’t seem to be going out of style anytime soon as the sold out tour takes its friendship bracelets to theaters.  “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” premiered Oct. 13 exclusively in theaters to give fans a concert-like experience. Taylor...

Spotify logo on a computer with a blurry background.

Be transported with techno, house songs

By Northern Star Staff | October 15, 2023

Feel like you're dancing the night away at a city nightclub with these upbeat, techno tracks.   Jonathan’s picks: Superflight - “Outline” Miami Nights 1984 - “New Tomorrow” LeBrock - “Call Me” Released on...

A purple and blue hued sky with the symbols of the zodiac signs sit in a circle illuminated in white. This week's horoscope offers readers life advice. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

Weekly horoscopes: Oct. 15-21

By Hannah Soukup, Assistant News Editor | October 15, 2023

If your love life was a whirlwind of pure confusion and anxiety over the last few months, you’re not alone. Venus retrograde tampered with romantic pursuits this last summer and early fall. Luckily, the post-shadow period of the retrograde is now over,...

Black and orange text says "The Caucasian Chalk Circle" and sits inside a ring. The play will be playing in the Black Box Theater. (Courtesy of the College of Visual and Preforming Arts)

‘The Caucasian Chalk Circle’ on stage now

By Lindsay Curtis, Copy Editor | October 14, 2023

A new adaptation of “The Caucasian Chalk Circle” will be presented at The Black Box Theater in the Stevens Building at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 13, Oct. 14, Oct. 19 and Oct. 20, and at 2 p.m. on Oct. 15 and Oct. 21. NIU’s School of Theatre and Dance...

A huskie statue painted in blue overalls stands outside Jonamac Orchard. The Orchard has many fall activities for the public to enjoy such as apple picking and a corn maze. (Sarah Rose | Northern Star)

Fall into love with fall festivities

By Tamya Burch, Social Media Coordinator | October 12, 2023

Fall is here, and it is time to indulge in some fun festivities. DeKalb County is ready to bring in the season with these fall-themed activities to do with friends and family.  October is in its final stretch of gearing towards the pinnacle of the...

A woman leans over a naked body in an alleyway in a scene from the trailer for "Bodies." The series is a thrilling, Netflix crime drama and will be released Oct. 20. (YouTube)

A mystery film, show coming out next week

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | October 12, 2023

Keep an eye out for a historical drama film, detectives untangling a decades-long murder and a new album next week.  “Killers of the Flower Moon” Based on the book by David Grann, “Killers of the Flower Moon” will follow the homicide investigation...

The DeKalb Public Library sign is lit up at night. The Library will be hosting its annual fall book sale from Oct. 20 to Oct. 22. (Northern Star File Photo)

DeKalb Public Library to host fall book sale

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 11, 2023

DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library is gearing up for a sale of books and more.  The selections that are on sale are in good condition, and include the following genres such as fiction, science fiction, gardening, cookbooks, mystery, biographies,...