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Facebook Data Center, east of Route 23 and south of Gurler Road, is in the first phase of construction.

DeKalb welcomes Facebook Data Center: First phase of construction

By Aidan Bengford | January 18, 2022

DeKALB — The first phase of construction of the Facebook Data Center, which will be located east of Route 23 and south of Gurler Road is nearly complete and long-term hiring should begin soon. NBC Charlotte in A Look Inside Facebook's Forest City,...

Downtown DeKalb McDonalds is now hiring. They posted that employees can make $14.50 to stand out from other employers.

DeKalb restaurants struggle finding employees amidst labor shortage

By Parker Otto | January 16, 2022

DeKALB – While the COVID-19 pandemic was still a reality for Americans in 2021, some of the consequences of the pandemic have improved including a dramatic decrease in unemployment.  In April of 2020, unemployment was at 14.7% amidst a wave...

A mask is taped to NIU's Olive Goyle statue next to Altgeld Hall June 3.

NIU students, faculty react to starting the semester online

By Elisa Reamer, Brionna Belcher, and Wes Sanderson | January 10, 2022

DeKALB— NIU students and faculty were given news that, while expected, might not have been the most encouraging to hear. Online learning will be returning for all courses Jan. 18-25.  As of the week of Jan. 4, the positivity rate is at 13% and the...

Terrance Gray’s contribution, American Gothic_Breaking Ground done with Gouache on Rives paper.

Art exhibit showcases the history of race relations in DeKalb

By Gabriel Fiorini | December 20, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb County History Center and the Ellwood House Museum have collaborated on a virtual exhibit entitled “Arts in Action,” investigating the history of race relations in DeKalb County through the artwork of nine visual artists and...

Dekalb City Manager Bill Nicklas signed a nondisclosure agreement with Project Barb developers in June.

Amazon purchases property in ‘Project Barb’ corridor

By Northern Star Staff | December 14, 2021

DeKALB— Amazon recently paid $6.3 million for 58.65 acres at 1401 E. Gurler Road on Oct. 6 according to DeKalb County property records. Records show that the land was slated for a 700,000-square-foot warehouse which city officials have only referred...

DeKalb mayor Cohen Barnes at the Aug. 23 City Council meeting.

City Council approves tax levy for 2021

By Elisa Reamer | December 14, 2021

DeKALB— The DeKalb City Council passed an ordinance 6-0 on Monday to approve the aggregate levy for 2021 of $9,521,416, which includes the City’s and the DeKalb Public Library’s levies.  This ordinance was considered at the City Council’s...

A photograph of the inside of Keg & Kernel during the restaurant's grand opening.

Keg & Kernel opens doors to DeKalb community

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | December 12, 2021

  DeKALB — Keg & Kernel, a new restaurant by Tangled Roots Brewing Company, opened its doors to the DeKalb community Saturday. The restaurant is aimed at those who love beer and quality food with a DeKalb-inspired twist. The parent company,...

DeKalb Sycamore Area Transportation Study is updating its 2019 Active Transportation Plan. DeKalb County is working on another path connecting the health department going next to the community gardens along Dresser Road by the fire department.

Updated active transportation plan adds connector paths

By Elisa Reamer | December 1, 2021

DeKALB — DeKalb Sycamore Area Transportation Study is updating its 2019 Active Transportation Plan to reflect the addition of a connector path between N. Annie Glidden Road and W. Dresser Road by DeKalb High School.  The Active Transportation Plan...

Snow covers the East Lagoon as more colder temperatures are expected this week.

Weather update for week of Dec. 1-5

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | November 30, 2021

DeKALB — The weather for the week of Dec. 1 will be mostly sunny with a slight chance of rain. This information is provided by the National Weather Service.  Wednesday Wednesday will have a 30% chance of rain; it will be mostly cloudy with a...

From left to right: 
 Alderperson Carolyn Morris, Barb Larson, Greg Perkins, Mayor Cohen Barnes, Alderperson Scott McAdams, and Anthony Faivre.

DeKalb residents share tax concerns at City Council

By Elisa Reamer | November 22, 2021

DeKALB — DeKalb City Council held a public hearing at its meeting Monday, where residents voiced their concerns on the increase of the library levy and what it means for them staying in DeKalb.  The DeKalb City Council approved an 8% tax decrease...

The DeKalb County Health Department.

DeKalb County reports 50.19% of residents are vaccinated

By Northern Star Staff | November 20, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb County Health Department announced Friday the number of positive COVID-19 cases increased to 13,280 and 52,269 county residents are fully vaccinated, 50.19% of the county population. Among those who’ve tested positive for the...

DeKalb police officer drives down Lincoln Highway.

License plate readers to reduce investigation time

By Gabriel Fiorini | November 18, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb City Council authorized the purchase of 12 Genetec license plate readers for $145,865 on Oct. 11 to address crime and an increase in the number of shootings in the DeKalb area.  ALPRs, or automatic license plate readers, are...