As temperatures increased and days got longer, many were looking for ways to cool down, tune in or indulge. From viral sweet-treats, chart-topping albums to internet controversies, this summer had many memorable moments and trends.  Events at a Coldplay...

Released on July 25, hip-hop artist Freddie Gibbs and producer The Alchemist blessed fans with the release of “Alfredo 2.” Serving as the second edition of their “Alfredo” series, Gibbs’ smooth yet aggressive flow matches perfectly with The...

Daniel Ek, co-founder and CEO of Spotify, has been leading investments toward Helsing, a European defense tech firm. The investment itself was reported by the Financial Times at nearly $700 million. This decision has sparked serious controversy between...

DeKALB — In most places, corn is just a side dish. In DeKalb, it’s the star of a three-day festival that draws thousands of people to the heart of the city every August.  Held Friday through Sunday, residents from across the Midwest filled closed-off...

Welcome or welcome back to NIU, Huskies! If you attended any of the Week of Welcome (WOW) events last week, I am sure that you had a lot of fun. Let’s take a moment to look back on the exciting week before diving head first into our studies.  Campfire...

With the fall semester around the corner, NIU Esports has made several changes and additions to make this semester at the Esports Arena more exciting than ever before.   NIU ESPORTS DIRECTOR CONNER VAGLE RESIGNS The most significant change...

It’s a sad time for music fans across the globe as news comes of the passing of rock and heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, age 76, on July 22.  Osbourne, also known by his stage persona “Prince of Darkness,” was best known as the lead singer...

Nothing says summer fun like cool drinks and relaxing atmospheres.   For residents 21 years and older, the DeKalb area has a fantastic variety of delightful cocktails, good beer, delicious wines and $3 mimosas – there's a little something for everyone.  Here...

As we get closer to the upcoming school year, the excitement for the semester begins. Many students are excited to dive back into classes, parties, football and other sports and of course, new relationships – something that many freshmen may be excited...