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,”...

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...

DeKALB | Vice Presidents Alan Phillips and Eric Weldy announced their departure from NIU, school officials said Tuesday.Phillips, vice president of administration and finance, said he will be retiring from his position March 1 to spend more time with...

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...

DeKALB | Renovations of the Holmes Student Center’s first floor are projected to begin during the fall 2017 semester.The student center serves as a hub for NIU community members that features places to study, dining, shopping, a hotel and event facilities,...

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...

DeKALB | President Doug Baker announced the creation of the Division of Enrollment Management, Marketing and Communications which aims to make the enrollment process more efficient.In the report, Baker responded to recommendations regarding Program Prioritization,...