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Mosquitoes collected in a trap in Sandwich, IL have tested positive for the West Nile Virus.

Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus in DeKalb County

By Greg Gancarz | September 22, 2021

DeKALB – Mosquitoes collected in a trap in Genoa have tested positive for the West Nile Virus for the first time this year, according to a news release from the DeKalb County Health Department.  Mosquitoes collected from traps in DeKalb and Sycamore,...

Sunshine streams through a cloud covered sky.

Weather update for Sept. 22-26

By Northern Star Staff | September 21, 2021

DeKALB — The weather for the week of Sept. 22 will see cooler temperatures with a slight chance of showers later in the week. Forecast data was provided by the National Weather Service. Wednesday Wednesday morning will be mostly sunny with a high...

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 Sept. 20 gas update: Prices increase 7.5 cents a gallon

By Northern Star Staff | September 21, 2021

DeKALB — Illinois gas prices have risen 7.5 cents per gallon in the past week according to Gas Buddy’s daily survey of 4,378 stations in Illinois. The gas prices are 6.9 cents per gallon which is higher than it was in August.  The most expensive...

Esaiah Escamilla, 23-years-old, is being charged with 19 criminal counts.

Man charged with first-degree murder in 2020 shooting

By Kierra Frazier and Yari Tapia | September 21, 2021

DeKALB — Esaiah Escamilla, 23-year-old from Montgomery, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder this week after a fatal July 4, 2020, shooting at FasMart gas station, 933 S. Fourth St. Escamilla was charged with 19 criminal counts for the...

The DeKalb County Health Department.

DeKalb County reports 47.5% of population is fully vaccinated

By Northern Star Staff | September 18, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb County Health Department announced Friday the number of positive COVID-19 cases increased to 11,825 and 49,435 county residents are fully vaccinated. Among those who’ve tested positive for the coronavirus, 2,277 are younger...

The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Thursday that the unemployment rate fell to 7% in August. 

Illinois unemployment rate falls to 7% in August

By Aidan Bengford | September 17, 2021

DeKALB – The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Thursday in a news release that the unemployment rate fell from 7.1% to 7% in August.  The unemployment rate identifies individuals who are out of work and seeking employment. An...

A flu shot clinic in the Duke Ellington Ballroom will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday.

Flu season 2021: Where to get a flu shot in DeKalb

By Ariel Morris, Reporter | September 15, 2021

DeKALB —  Flu season is upon us and due to the spread of COVID-19, experts suggest it's even more important to receive the flu shot this year. Now since the spread of a new variant, “Mu,” experts recommend that taking the seasonal flu vaccine...

DeKalb Fire Department vehicle drives down Lucinda Ave.

DeKalb Fire Department receives grant to increase staffing

By Northern Star Staff | September 14, 2021

DeKALB — On Aug. 31, the Dekalb Fire Department received a $2.7 million federal grant for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response.  The department was awarded the 2020 SAFER grant after the City of DeKalb and DeKalb International Association of Firefighters...

City Manager Bill Nicklas at the City Council meeting Monday, talking about new financial plan that will be used from 2022 through 2024.

City Council approves citizen police review board on first reading

By Elisa Reamer | September 14, 2021

DeKALB – The DeKalb City Council passed an ordinance on first reading 8-0 Monday to implement a citizen police review board.  “I think it's incredibly important that we have a review board outside of the chain of command, as we've seen in many...

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 Sept. 13 gas update: Prices drop 5.2 cents per gallon

By Northern Star Staff | September 13, 2021

DeKALB — Illinois gas prices have dropped 5.2 cents in the past week, averaging $3.23 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 4, 378 stations in Illinois.  Gas prices in Illinois are 7.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and...

The NIU Huskie Pride Statue and Holmes Student Center are recognizable landmarks to help new students find their way around campus.

Weekly weather update for Sept. 13

By Northern Star Staff | September 13, 2021

DeKALB — The weather for the week of Sept. 13 will see warm temperatures stick around and a slight chance for showers. Forecast data was provided by the National Weather Service.  Monday Monday will be partly sunny with a high near 83 degrees....

A doctor holds a vaccine vial in their gloved hand.

DeKalb County reports 47.07% of population is fully vaccinated

By Northern Star Staff | September 11, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb County Health Department announced Friday the number of positive COVID-19 cases increased to 11,594 and 49,019 county residents are fully vaccinated. Among those who’ve tested positive for the coronavirus, 2,202 are younger...