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Northern Star

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Upcoming events: Week of Feb. 24

By Northern Star Staff | February 23, 2020

MondayEducation Job Fair: The Education Job Fair will take place 9 a.m. to noon at the Convocation Center. Students seeking full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities can interact with employers at the fair. Contact Career Services at [email protected]...

Burn marks on the Standard Roofing Company building's siding.

Fire causes $1 million in damages

By Dan Doren | February 23, 2020

Burn marks on the Standard Roofing Company building's siding.

Student faces aggravated arson charges following Stevenson residence hall fire

By Northern Star Staff | February 22, 2020

DeKALB — A student is being accused of aggravated arson following a fire 5 a.m. Friday at Stevenson residence hall.Police say Paul Collins intentionally set the fire in an attempt to cover up the smell of marijuana. He is being charged with aggravated...

Police to demonstrate community communication software

Police to demonstrate community communication software

By Kierra Frazier | February 20, 2020

DeKALB — A demonstration of the DeKalb Police Department’s new software, “Police-to-Citizen,” is set for Monday's city council meeting.The DeKalb Police Department worked for months to create a website that provides public access to police data,...

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 | 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 | 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 | 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,...

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