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Bomb squad to get rid of hazards with Vulcan Quarry explosives

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | October 19, 2021

DeKALB — On Wednesday, the Kane County Sheriff’s Office bomb squad will be setting off explosives at the Vulcan Quarry on Barber Greene Road. The explosions are to take place periodically throughout the day depending on the weather and are expected...

Daubentons bat (Myotis daubentonii) flies on the attic of a house.

County reports second bat found positive for rabies in DeKalb

By Waleed Alamleh, Sports Reporter | October 19, 2021

DeKALB — The Dekalb County Health Department confirmed that a bat found on Oct. 9 tested positive for rabies. The bat was found near Sycamore Road by a vaccinated dog who had to receive a booster shot after coming in contact with it.  Bats are the...

The damage from the back porch of Hometown Sports Bar and Grill is blocked by yellow tape.

DeKalb man charged with arson in Hometown Sports Bar and Grill fire

By Yari Tapia, Lifestyle Writer | October 18, 2021

DeKALB — Robert Warren, 28-year-old DeKalb resident, was arrested and charged with arson, burglary and retail theft on Oct. 10 for setting fire to the back porch of Hometown Sports Bar and Grill, 241 E. Lincoln Highway. Warren was charged with arson...

Little girl in witch costume having fun outdoors on Halloween trick or treat.

Illinois releases COVID-19 guidance for Halloween, fall activities

By Aidan Bengford | October 18, 2021

DeKALB – The Illinois Department of Health updated its guidelines to help people celebrate Halloween and fall safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.  “This Halloween and fall festivities season will look a little different than last year thanks...

The DeKalb County Health Department.

DeKalb County reports 15 additional COVID-19 cases

By Northern Star Staff | October 16, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb County Health Department announced 19 new COVID-19 cases Friday and the number of positive COVID-19 cases increased to 12,370 and 50,340 county residents are fully vaccinated, 48.34% of the county population. Among those who’ve...

The City of Dekalb's Annual Loose-Leaf collection will start Oct. 25 and will continue through Dec. 3.

City of DeKalb leaf pickup to start Oct. 25

By Northern Star Staff | October 15, 2021

DeKALB — The City of Dekalb's Annual Loose-Leaf collection will start Oct. 25 and will continue through Dec. 3, according to a Monday City of DeKalb news release. City officials will be sending vacuum trucks Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4...

Jesse McCartney will still perform at 8 p.m. on Nov. 11 at the Egyptian Theatre.

Jesse McCartney to perform in DeKalb after postponing shows

By Elisa Reamer | October 14, 2021

DeKALB — Jesse McCartney was set to play 22 shows for The “New Stage” Tour starting Nov. 4 but has announced on social media that some tour dates have been postponed until Spring 2022 due to COVID-19. His show at 8 p.m. on Nov. 11 at the Egyptian...

The cheapest gas prices in the state reported Sunday at $3.17/g, while the most expensive was $4.49/g with a difference of $1.32/g.

Week of Oct. 12 gas update: Prices increase 10.8 cents per gallon

By Northern Star Staff | October 12, 2021

DeKALB — Gas prices in the state of Illinois have risen 10.8 cents per gallon in the past week according to Gas Buddy’s daily survey of 4,378 stations throughout Illinois. Gas prices have gone up 19.5 cents per gallon in the past month.  According...

Ransomware attack inhibits servers in DeKalb

Ransomware attack inhibits servers in DeKalb

By Northern Star Staff | October 12, 2021

DeKALB — On Monday, there was a ransomware attack on DeKalb County. The servers were inaccessible, limiting the functionality of County operations, according to the DeKalb County Administration. It does not appear that any of the County files have been...

8 alderpeople at DeKalb City Council meeting on Monday.

City Council considers SunVest Solar for solar farm development

By Elisa Reamer | October 12, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb City Council will move forward with the consideration of SunVest Solar Inc. to develop a solar farm on the southwest end of the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport.  The solar farm will produce revenue through a leasehold of 25 years,...

The MLK Commons on the campus of NIU in DeKalb.

Weather update for Oct. 11-17 week

By Northern Star Staff | October 11, 2021

DeKALB — The weather for the week of Oct. 11 will have possible showers and thunderstorms scattered throughout the week, with temperatures dropping into the 40s over the weekend. Forecast data is provided by the National Weather Service.  Monday  Monday...

DeKalb City Council meeting on Monday with Alder people Carolyn Morris, Barb Larson, Greg Perkins and Tracy Smith.

DeKalb City Council to review solar farm development plan

By Elisa Reamer | October 8, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb City Council will consider a proposal from SunVest Solar, Inc. on Monday to develop a solar farm on the northwest side of the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport. The solar farm will be placed on a 48-acre piece of land.  Gov. J.B....