![A mug sits on a marble counter. Ashley Klockenga, an NIU alum, has created a mug that embodies the spirit of DeKalb. (Courtesy of Ashley Klockenga)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DeKalb-Mug-1200x1200.jpg)
DeKalb-inspired mug brews community attention
By Kaitlyn Lee-Gordon, News Reporter
| November 15, 2023
![A tattoo on Proton Tattoo’s tattoo artist Grant Katula’s arm shows a raccoon guarding a trash can with a shotgun. Students shared their first tattoo stories and advise others to consider the price and art that’ll be imprinted on their bodies. (Brandon Clark | Northern Star)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1811-1200x900.jpg)
Tattoo lovers talk first tattoos, advice, cost
By Brandon Clark, News Reporter
| November 15, 2023
![City Manager Bill Nicklas discusses the citys tax rates with the Council. The City Council approved the citys annual property tax levy at the City Council meeting on Nov. 13. (Rachel Cormier | Northern Star)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/55508-1.jpg)
Corporate levy to increase home value, not taxes
By Rachel Cormier, News Reporter
| November 14, 2023
![Michael Embrey, a DeKalb resident and Air Force veteran, speaks at the Veterans Day Ceremony at Memorial Park. Embrey recognized members of the crowd who have helped DeKalb earn the title of National Veteran City of the Year. (Gabby Crabtree | Northern Star)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Mike-Embrey-photo-1200x977.jpg)
Community gathers to honor veterans
By Gabby Crabtree, News Editor
| November 11, 2023
![An assortment of fresh food sits on a table. The DeKalb County Community Gardens recently announced its schedule for December. (Courtesy of Getty Images)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/fresh-food-2-1200x800.jpg)
DeKalb County Community Gardens announces December schedule
By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
| November 8, 2023
![A road closure sign sits on a road. Part of Fairview Drive will be closed on Monday until Nov. 22. (Getty Images)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Getty-Road-Work-1200x800.jpg)
Upcoming Fairview Drive closure part of larger plans
By Brandon Clark, News Reporter
| November 8, 2023
![Workers unload food from a DeKalb County Community Gardens truck. The city of DeKalb has approved of the The DeKalb County Community Gardens Community Health Education and Food (CHEF) Complex. (Northern Star File Photo)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DCCG.jpg)
CHEF complex to combat food insecurity
By Joseph Howerton, Video Editor
| November 7, 2023
Woman killed in DUI car crash
By Gabby Crabtree, News Editor
| November 7, 2023
![Charles Rose, a Sycamore attorney, sits in front of a gray background. Rose announced he is running for DeKalb County States Attorney. (Courtesy of Charles Rose)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/BAR_CRose1201-1cr8x10LowRes.jpg)
Sycamore attorney enters state’s attorney race
By Devin Oommen, News Reporter
| November 2, 2023
![A charging cord for an electric car charges the vehicle. Illinois electric car rebate program opened Wednesday. (Getty Images)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Electric-Vehicle_Getty-1200x800.jpg)
Electric vehicle rebate open now
By Sana Polizzi, Sports Reporter
| November 2, 2023
![Emergency vehicles flash their lights. A structure fire occurred at 2120 Pleasant Street. (Nick Glover | Northern Star)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Nick-Glover-photog_airport-fire-1200x994.png)
Structure fire at 2120 Pleasant St., no injuries
By Northern Star Staff
| November 1, 2023
![A green combine harvester fills corn in a trailer attached to a green tractor during a sunset. DeKalbs corn yield has yet to be determined, as only 10% of the crop has been harvested. (Courtesy of Getty Images)](https://northernstar.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/gettyimages-1466628030_720.jpg)
DeKalb county’s corn harvest underway
By Joseph Howerton, Video Editor
| November 1, 2023
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