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Footage released by DeKalb Police Department Sept. 1 shows two officers instructing Elonte McDowell, 25, of Aurora, to exit his vehicle.

Sgt. Weese suspended for choking McDowell

By Kierra Frazier | February 20, 2020

DeKALB — DeKalb Sgt. Jeff Weese will serve a 30-day unpaid suspension and undergo cultural competence and use of force training immediately for his actions during the Elonte McDowell arrest. A viral video released in August showed McDowell being choked...

City Council Meeting

City Council Meeting

By Jack Baudoin, Lifestyle writer | February 20, 2020

In light of new Illinois laws, city attorney Dean Frieders outlined DeKalb’s updated stance on concealed carry and medical marijuana policies at Monday night’s City Council meeting at the Municipal Building.

‘Dialogue’ series begins

‘Dialogue’ series begins

By Ashley Dwy | February 20, 2020

DeKALB — The Student Government Association hosted a “Deliberative Dialogue” meeting about gun violence, where students discussed their opinions on gun control from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in the Holmes Student Center OASIS.There were three full tables...

SGA plans voter registration drive

By Ashley Dwy | February 20, 2020

DeKALB — With unanimous approval, Khadija Sadia, second year doctoral candidate, became the newest member of the SGA’s Senate during its meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday in the Holmes Student Center’s Sky Room.During her introductory speech, Sadia...

Alumni share their stories of social change

By Dan Doren, News Reporter | February 20, 2020

DeKALB — Five NIU alumni shared their personal stories of social change leadership both on- and off-campus at a university-hosted speaking event titled “125th Anniversary Dialogue on Diversity: Groundbreakers” 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Sandburg Auditorium...

Upcoming events: Week of 2/19

By Northern Star Staff | February 19, 2020

WednesdayNIU Tech Day: The Division of Outreach, Engagement and Regional Development and the Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships partnered with University Libraries to host a Tech Day sponsored by Dell 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Founders Memorial...

First ward alderperson Carolyn Morris speaks to students Wednesday at the Holmes Student Center, OASIS Commons, about getting involved with local government.

Officials discuss public service

By Dan Doren, News Reporter | February 17, 2020

DeKALB — In America, anyone can run for public office, regardless of political background. What is required is the commitment to making a difference, local government leaders said.Four local elected officials offered insight into pursuing a career in...

Hookah bar to allow pot

By Kierra Frazier | February 17, 2020

DeKALB — Students and residents who are 21 and older and aren’t able to use marijuana in their residence halls or apartments will soon be able to smoke cannabis at Aromas Hookah Bar, 811 W. Lincoln Highway.Cameron Dye, an owner of Aromas Hookah Bar,...

Raising Cane’s to come to DeKalb

By Noah Johnson | February 17, 2020

DeKALB — The fast-food restaurant Raising Cane’s is coming to the DeKalb area soon, Principal Planner Dan Olson said.The restaurant will offer another food option for DeKalb residents, Olson said.“The Raising Cane’s will be a great addition to...

The Forward, Together Forward memorial outside Cole Hall honors the lives of the five students lost in the Feb. 14, 2008, shooting.

University to hold moment of reflection for lives lost in 2008 shooting

By Northern Star Staff | February 14, 2020

DeKALB — Today, the university remembers the lives of five students whose lives were lost in the Feb. 14, 2008, shooting.{{tncms-inline content="<ul> <li>Catalina Garcia, 20, of Cicero</li> <li>Daniel...

Old Navy to return to DeKalb

By Ashley Dwy I Reporter | February 14, 2020

DeKALB — Old Navy is set to return and replace the previous Barnes & Noble site at 2439 Sycamore Road in the Oakland Place shopping center by Aug. to Sept.About eight years ago, Old Navy stood in the shopping center with 20,000 square feet of...

Uruguayan teachers will observe classes at DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 and NIU through Feb. 21.

Uruguayan teachers to observe local classes

By Northern Star Staff | February 13, 2020

DeKALB  — Two dozen Uruguayan teachers will be observing classes in DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 through Feb. 21. In doing this, they hope to learn about American history and educational system, as well as the culture of the country.The...