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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

Sunshine streams through a cloud covered sky.

Weekly weather update for March 8

By Brandon Montemayor, Reporter | March 8, 2021

DeKALB — The week of March 8 is going to be sunny with temperatures decreasing and a chance for rain. Forecast data was provided by the National Weather Service.    Monday Monday will be partly sunny, with a high near 54 degrees. There...

Chief of Staff Matt Streb, hosted a panel with two political science experts to discuss why local elections matter.

NIU experts discuss importance of local elections

By Ashley Dwy, Reporter | March 8, 2021

DeKALB – The consolidated elections are coming up on April 6, but early voting has already begun. In light of this, NIU experts talk about what local governments are, how they impact all residents and why students should vote.  Chief of Staff Matt...

Weekly events: Week of Oct. 12

Weekly events: Week of March 8

By Northern Star Staff | March 7, 2021

Monday Huskies Thank Women: The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center is celebrating women in our everyday lives throughout the month of March. Share an image of a woman you want to celebrate and stage @NIU_GSRC on Instagram or on Facebook. Conference...

DeKalb County Health Department employee walks to her car with a mask on.

County cases rise to 8,520

By Northern Star Staff | March 6, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb County Health Department announced Friday the number of positive COVID-19 cases increased to 8,520. Among those who’ve tested positive for the coronavirus, 1,416 are younger than 19, 2,000 are in their 20s, 1,274 are in their...

The south water tower, 2851 Corporate Drive, will be a topic of discussion at Monday's City Council meeting.

City Council to discuss water tower maintenance, open burning codes

By Kierra Frazier, News Editor | March 6, 2021

DeKALB – DeKalb City Council will take up a consideration at Monday’s meeting for contractor bids for the painting and repairing of the south water tower, 2851 Corporate Drive.  City Manager Bill Nicklas is recommending the award of the city painting...

DeKalb community members cross a foot bridge Monday over the Lagoon.

NIU resumes campus gatherings, sets guidelines

By Northern Star Staff | March 5, 2021

  DeKALB — NIU announced guidelines Wednesday to resume in-person indoor and outdoor events, effective immediately. All information is from a Wednesday NIU email.  Indoor events are limited to a maximum of 50 guests or 50% capacity, whichever...

Three students tested positive for COVID-19.

4 additional students test positive for COVID-19

By Northern Star Staff | March 5, 2021

DeKALB — NIU announced Friday that four additional students and no employees have tested positive for the coronavirus, and one student has recovered, according to the Campus COVID-19 Dashboard. As of Friday, 21 students and three employees are currently...

Virtual resume Q&A

Virtual resume Q&A

By Northern Star Staff | March 5, 2021

 DeKALB — Need help working on your resume? NIU’s Career Services will hold a virtual “Resume Q & A” online via Microsoft Teams, from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Monday.  This event will be a 30-minute group session with other students led by a...

Construction for the return of Old Navy in the former Barnes and Noble space in Oakland Place has resumed.

Old Navy to open DeKalb store in late spring

By Ashley Dwy, Reporter | March 5, 2021

DeKALB – Construction for the return of Old Navy in Oakland Place has resumed, and Old Navy is expected to open late April or mid-May. “We’re thrilled to bring Old Navy’s fashion for the whole family at a great value and fun shopping experience...

Student kayaks Monday past a fountain in the Lagoon.

Outdoor Adventures to host kayaking workshop

By Ashley Dwy, Reporter | March 4, 2021

Outdoor Adventures is hosting a kayak pool workshop from 1-3 p.m. March 7 at Huntley Middle School, located at 1515 S. 4th Street. Registration costs $25, and the deadline to register is March 6; spaces are limited. During the workshop, participants...

5 more students test positive for COVID-19

2 more students test positive for COVID-19, 1 student recovers

By Northern Star Staff | March 4, 2021

DeKALB — NIU announced Thursday that two additional students and one employee have tested positive for the coronavirus, and one student has recovered, according to the Campus COVID-19 Dashboard. As of Thursday, 18 students and three employees are currently...

Two more students and no employees test positive for COVID-19.

2 more students test positive for COVID-19, 2 students recover

By Northern Star Staff | March 3, 2021

DeKALB — NIU announced Wednesday that two additional students and no employees have tested positive for the coronavirus, and two students have recovered, according to the Campus COVID-19 Dashboard. As of Wednesday, 17 students and three employees are...

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