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A piece of artwork which shows pieces of hair sewn into a white shirt. This piece is on display in NIU's Altgeld Hall as part of the "The Remaining, Mourn..." exhibition. (Caleb Johnson | Northern Star)

Art Museum opens grief, loss exhibit

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 11, 2023

Death and mourning, both things are universal experiences and part of the human condition. The exhibit "The Remaining, Mourn…" now on display at NIU’s Art Museum, looks at these core themes.  The exhibit was curated by NIU alumni Millicent Kennedy...

An Electrohome Archer Briefcase portable turntable sits on a table. Get into the fall season by tuning into albums that echo autumn. (AP Photo/ Ron Harris)

Melancholic albums for when the leaves start falling

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | September 11, 2023

For some reason, I find more music to be evocative of autumn than any other season. Each time I hear an album with a strikingly contemplative mood and subdued instrumentation, I instantly find myself imagining sidewalks cluttered with brown and red leaves....

The album cover for Olivia Rodrigo's album "Guts." This is Rodrigo's sophomore album which released on Sept. 8, two years after her debut album "Sour." (Geffen Records via AP)

Olivia Rodrigo hits musical heights on ‘GUTS’

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | September 10, 2023

Olivia Rodrigo’s “GUTS” feels like an album of bad decisions, and I love it.  If the album’s lead singles were any sign, “GUTS” is a turn away from the youthful love and heartbreak on Rodrigo’s debut album “SOUR.”  If “SOUR”...

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Upbeat tunes to listen to during homework breaks

By Northern Star Staff | September 10, 2023

This week's playlist are songs that make you want to put on your headphones and get away from the troubles of school. Nick’s picks Prince - “I Wanna Be Your Lover” Gladys Knight & The Pips - “Midnight Train to Georgia” Aretha...

Business Spotlight: Barb City Laundry

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 8, 2023

Editor’s note: This article is not sponsored by Barb City Laundry and is not an endorsement from the Northern Star as an organization. Barb City Laundry, formerly known as Laundry Lounge, has been chosen as Northern Star’s business spotlight. The...

Cover image for singer-songwriter Mitski's new album "The Land Is Inhospitable And So Are We." This album will be her seventh studio album and will release on Sept. 15. (Dead Oceans via AP)

Zombie wasteland, beloved detective return next week

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | September 7, 2023

Reenter worlds discovered and enjoy a range of music next week.  “The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon” Beloved “The Walking Dead” character Daryl Dixon gets his own spinoff show, simply called “The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon,” which will premiere...

A screenshot from the trailer of the game "Stray Gods: A Roleplaying Musical." The interactive game will take players on a mission in a world where Greek gods walk among humans. (YouTube)

Become captivated in ‘Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical’

By Elizabeth Nowak, Lifestyle Writer | September 7, 2023

Editor's note: This piece contains minor spoilers If you love Greek Mythology, television shows with random musical numbers, musical theater or choose-your-own-adventure stories, listen up. This video game is a must play.  OVERVIEW Stray Gods...

An inflatable bear kite and other kites fly above DeKalb High School. DeKalb's annual Kite Fest will take place on Sept. 10 and is free to attend. (Courtesy of John Shea Jr.)

DeKalb art, entertainment to look out for

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | September 7, 2023

DeKALB – Take advantage of the warm weather and step outside to enjoy local activities and support local vendors or get your mind blown at a magic concert.  KITE FEST From 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 10, the DeKalb Park District will host its...

Families sit together during the 2017 DeKalb Kite Fest. This year, the festival takes place on Sept. 10. (Northern Star File Photo)

DeKalb’s 18th Kite Fest ready to take flight

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 6, 2023

DeKALB – The DeKalb Kite Fest comes back for its 18th year. The fest will take place at 11 a.m. Sept. 10 in the DeKalb Kiwanis Park and will be hosted by the DeKalb Park District. "The Park District is happy to continue this long-standing DeKalb...

An angular view of the grocery store Meijer in Sycamore. Meijer is one of many stores where students can get discounted groceries at. (Umer Khan | Northern Star)

Saving on groceries makes cents

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | September 6, 2023

If you’ve spent the first 18 years of your life never giving groceries a second thought, finding ways to budget for weekly shopping can be a daunting task as a college student. Here are a few ways to plan ahead, save and make the most of your grocery...

Xolo Maridueña starring as Jamie Reyes in DC's new superhero movie "Blue Beetle." The film is out in theaters and based on the DC comics. (YouTube)

‘Blue Beetle,’ movie of incredible power

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 6, 2023

Blue Beetle, directed by Angel Soto, is currently one of the best superhero movies of 2023. Xolo Maridueña gives a stunning performance as DC's titular Blue Beetle in what feels like resounding box office success. According to Box Office Mojo,...

(From left) Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edebiri in a scene from the film "Bottoms." The movie is a coming-of-age that mimics "Mean Girls" and "Superbad." (AP newsroom)

‘Bottoms’ is this generation’s ‘Mean Girls’

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | September 5, 2023

The rated-R comedy genre is back; and though I’m not ready to say it’s better than ever, the films are looking pretty great. “No Hard Feelings” starring Jennifer Lawrence arguably started the genre’s return, but “Bottoms” is where the...