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Bike path extension receives projection completion date

By Morgan Fink | January 19, 2017

The construction of the Kishwaukee-Kiwanis bike path is projected to be completed by the end of 2017 with construction proposed to start in May, said City Engineer John Laskowski.“This is a missing link that is critical to getting the south side linked...

Council lowers cannabis fines

Council lowers cannabis fines

By Infographic by Maddie Steen | January 19, 2017

The Clery Report shows the total reported amounts of drug related offenses on campus, in a residence hall, on public property and off campus based on the 2013, 2014 and 2015 fiscal year. The DeKalb County Board unanimously adopted the establishment of the DeKalb County Possession of Cannabis and Possession of Drug paraphernalia Ordinance which went into effect Jan. 1. 

Eduardo's Mexican Restaurant to host professor presentation

Eduardo’s Mexican Restaurant to host professor presentation

By Northern Star staff | January 18, 2017

DeKALB - Sherine Elsawa, assistant professor of immunology will speak from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Eduardo's Mexican Restaurant, 214 E. Lincoln Highway.Her presentation, "Getting Dirty: How Bacteria Impact and Improve Human Health" will discuss...

Northern Star coupon book offers various deals

By Northern Star staff | January 17, 2017

Check out the locations of all businesses with coupons in the Spring 2017 Northern Star coupon book. To pick up a copy, stop by the Northern Star office, Campus Life Building, Suite 130. 

Former NIU police officer found not guilty of sexual assault charges

By Jay Ibarra | December 16, 2016

SYCAMORE | Tears were shed by Andrew Rifkin, former NIU police officer, as he was declared not guilty of sexual assault today succeeding a four-day criminal trial.“It’s been absolute torture for five years—everything we’ve been going through,”...

Jury to deliver verdict in case against former NIU police officer

By Jay Ibarra | December 15, 2016

SYCAMORE | The ongoing case of the People of the State of Illinois vs. Andrew Rifkin, the sexual assault case involving a former NIU police officer charged with sexual assault against a former NIU student, is said to deliberate today.The case began in...

Cold winter advisory

December 12, 2016

Cold weather precautionsMaintain awareness of local warming centersDress appropriately for winter weather and recognize the symptoms of hypothermiaGather emergency supplies for home and/or workPrepare a winter go kit for your automobileCheck on elderly...

Dancers perform holiday classic 'The Nutcracker'

Dancers perform holiday classic ‘The Nutcracker’

By Northern Star staff | December 2, 2016

Nutcracker performance by the Beth Fowler Dance Company in 2014.

Holiday movies to show for free

By Northern Star staff | December 2, 2016

SYCAMORE | Holiday movies will show for free at the Sycamore State Theatre, 429 W. State Street, including several generations of classics. Viewings of Mickey’s Magical Christmas will start at 4:30 p.m. tonight at the theatre.Showing lasts through the...