This is part four of a five-part series in which the Northern Star interviews Congressman Randy Hultgren, who took office this January. NORTHERN STAR: So our readers can learn more about the man behind the title, how do you enjoy your free time? RANDY...
This is part three of a five-part series in which the Northern Star interviews Congressman Randy Hultgren, who took office this January. NORTHERN STAR: Is there anything on the federal level that could help universities like NIU who are struggling financially...
DeKALB | State Representative Dennis Reboletti, R-Elmhurst, has proposed a bill that would create a public murderer database. Rebolettri's bill was proposed over outrage of the murder of an Eastern Illinois student in 1998. Justin Boulay strangled Andrea...
DeKALB | Some residents have noticed that the stamped asphalt used for the crosswalks in downtown DeKalb has begun to deteriorate. The stamped asphalt that was laid last fall, however, is still under warranty by the contractor. Mayor Kris Povlsen said...
DeKALB | This Valentine's Day, students will stop to smell the roses. Not to mention the carnations, lilies, and an assortment of other flowers. Local florists are preparing for the Valentine's Day rush, when NIU students come looking for the perfect...
DeKalb | With Valentine's Day falling on a Monday, some may find trouble planning something special because of school or work. For those not wanting a traditional Valentine's Day date, there are other options. This year, from 5 to 8 p.m., White Castle,...
DeKALB | The government released new health guidelines including a call for Americans to consume less salt in their day to day lives. According to the United States Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Health and Human Services (HSS), the new dietary...
The Sycamore City Council voted to reduce a current rural residential area into a smaller subdivison Monday night. According to the agenda, the area will be reduced from 630 acres to approximately 370 acres because the former is too large to draw any...
Those looking to make a difference and bring cheer to someone in need have the opportunity with the American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days. "This is an American Cancer Society campaign that they do worldwide in order to brighten someone's day and bring...
Cold arctic weather is expected to move into the DeKalb area Monday night into Tuesday, according to the NIU weather forecast. According to the report wind chills could reach 25 degrees below zero through mid-morning as well as on Wednesday morning. Wind...
According to a press release from the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, Daniel B. Scott was arrested at Kishwaukee Community Hospital, 1 Kish Hospital Drive, Saturday for disorderly conduct. Deputies responded after Scott was transported to the hospital...
This is part two of a five-part series in which the Northern Star interviews Congressman Randy Hultgren, who took office this January. NORTHERN STAR: How do you think your previous background as a state senator and an office manager and scheduler for...
