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Fire chief says “culmination of minor issues” causes building condemnation

By Jimmy Johnson | June 16, 2011

Fire Chief Bruce Harrison said that the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity house has "dramatically improved their premise already" since being condemned nearly a month ago. Harrison said the next inspection will be in early July, around the time the rest of the...

Tour de Farms cycles into DeKalb

By Melissa Mastrogiovanni | June 16, 2011

Over 2,000 avid bikers are expected to turn out for the 30th anniversary of DeKalb's annual Bike MS Tour de Farms. The event is scheduled to take place Saturday and Sunday. It typically raises about $1.3 million for multiple sclerosis research each year,...

This DeKalb Police
Department squad car is one of five new vehicles equipped with
"hi-tech, state-of-the-art" technology. The police department is
still in the process of obtaining two more squad cars later this
year.

Pimped out police cars take to the streets

By Eli Gehn | June 16, 2011

The DeKalb Police Department received new patrol squad cars for the first time in the three years.The police department received five new squad cars from the city because of the condition of the current vehicles. The Illinois Criminal Justice Information...

‘Hy-ly’ anticipated grocery store opens

By Jason Pfrommer | June 16, 2011

A new retail and grocery chain, the Iowa-based Hy-Vee, has worked its way into DeKalb County.The Sycamore location at 2700 DeKalb Ave. opened its doors to customers June 14 after over a year of construction.Hy-Vee store director Kerry Sherlock said the...

Awaiting arraignment: Suspect felt ‘head rush’ in alleged shooting

By Dave Gong | June 9, 2011

The City of DeKalb has experienced a drop in crime over the past year, according to the DeKalb Police Department's 2010 Annual Report. According to the report, DeKalb saw a 10 percent reduction in FBI Part I crimes, which are used to calculate the crime...

City Blotter- 6/14/11

By Northern Star Staff | June 9, 2011

SundayAt the 3000 block of N. First St., Erica Garcia was arrested for a DUI after the officer noticed a strong smell of alcohol coming from Garcia and she failed to successfully complete a field sobriety test. A vehicle was stopped after almost striking...

NIU transfer student dies

By Melissa Mastrogiovanni | June 9, 2011

Veronica Brown Radovic, 22, died unexpectedly on June 4 at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb. Receiving her associate degree and transferring from Kishwaukee Community College, Radovic continued her studies at NIU in 2010. She was working towards...

City of DeKalb sees drop in crime in 2010

By Dave Gong | June 9, 2011

The City of DeKalb has experienced a drop in crime over the past year, according to the DeKalb Police Department's 2010 Annual Report. According to the report, DeKalb saw a 10 percent reduction in FBI Part I crimes, which are used to calculate the crime...

Richard Van Arsdale III has been charged with one count of attempted first-degree murder, one count of aggravated battery with a firearm, one count of aggravated discharge of a firearm, and one count of the unlawful delivery of cannabis.

Shooting suspects await arraignment, describe ‘head rush’ in alleged crime

By Dave Gong | June 7, 2011

The two former NIU students charged in the April 5 shooting of NIU linebacker Devon Butler have been indicted by a grand jury and are awaiting arraignment. Mark Orozco, 24, and Richard Van Arsdale III, 20, face multiple charges for their alleged involvement...

Orozco, Van Arsdale indicted for April shooting

By Dave Gong | May 25, 2011

Former NIU students Mark Orozco, 24, and Richard Van Arsdale III, 20, were indicted by a grand jury for their alleged roles in the April 5 shooting of NIU linebacker Devon Butler Tuesday. According to court documents, Orozco was indicted on a total of...

Issacman’s request for a new trail denied, sentencing comming soon

By Dave Gong | May 8, 2011

DeKALB | Sentencing for the former NIU student convicted of the shooting of NIU student Brian Mulder on Feb. 19, 2010 will be continued at a later date after a request for a new trial was denied at a hearing May 6.Robert Carlson, attorney for Zachary...

Graduation party season is approaching. Following the law at these parties is the key to safety.

Party safely during graduation

By Megan Healy | May 8, 2011

DeKalb | Graduation party season is about to hit, and there is important information to know before planning the next big bash. DeKalb has strict rules regarding party policy that include noise and loud music which can be an issue. Sunday through Thursday...