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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

Michael Kuplin poses for a mugshot after being charged with aggravated battery, first degree murder and concealment of a homicide in the death of his 19-year old girlfriend, Moorea Desroches.

DeKalb man charged in slaying of 19-year old girlfriend

By Christopher Loggins | June 13, 2016

A DeKalb man is still behind bars after being charged with aggravated domestic battery, first degree murder and concealment of a homicide on June 5.The charges came after an incident that occurred late on the night of June 3 — 20-year old Michael Kulpin...

Coltonville Road closed for four more weeks

By Madison Kacer | June 13, 2016

Due to weather conditions, Coltonville Road between West Stonehenge Drive and North First Street will remained closed for approximately four more weeks to allow for the completion of a new bridge over the Kishwaukee River.Construction of the new bridge...

DeKalb Health Department helping residents in wake of virus

By Madison Kacer | June 13, 2016

In hopes of preventing cases of West Nile Virus, the DeKalb County Health Department is reminding residents to avert mosquito bites and breeding now that mosquito activity is increasing.West Nile Virus, which is often transmitted via mosquitos, has symptoms...

Donations will be accepted for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Dunkin' Donuts, 1101 W. Lincoln Hwy.

Police to fundraise from a rooftop

By Northern Star staff | May 18, 2016

Donations will be accepted for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Dunkin' Donuts, 1101 W. Lincoln Hwy.

Cost of parking permits to increase

By Northern Star staff | May 10, 2016

The price of parking permits incurs its first increase since 2011 in order to fund $5 million worth of identified parking lot repairs on campus.Current permits will expire June 30. The increased price applies to new permits, which become valid July 1.To...

Police Report: April 25 to May 1

May 9, 2016

The following was taken directly from the NIU Police Department. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law. The NIU Police Department provides police reports online at niu.edu/publicsafety/.April 251. At 4:30 p.m. April...

Police Report: April 27-30

May 9, 2016

The following was taken directly from area police and fire department records, or from DeKalb County court records. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.

April 27

• Danica L. Hoffman, 28, of DeKalb, was charged with disorderly house.

April 28

• Angelica S. Hart, 25, of DeKalb, was charged with two counts of domestic battery.

• Ryan W. Mancillas, 31, of DeKalb, was charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol.

April 29

• Whitney A. Cumbo, 20, of DeKalb, was charged with disorderly house.

• Tysean D. Howleit, 27, of DeKalb, was charged with aggravated domestic battery/strangulation and two counts of domestic battery.

• Jared M. Smith, 19, of DeKalb, was charged with disorderly house.

• Alexander Estrada, 24, of DeKalb, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Martina Ramirez-Palmeros, 37, of DeKalb, was charged with no driver’s license.

• Taquae Y. Knox, 22, of DeKalb, was charged with driving on a suspended/revoked license.

• Tatyana T. Esper, 20, of DeKalb, was charged with driving on a suspended/revoked license.

April 30

• Diandre C. Smith, 27, of DeKalb, was charged with violating a noise control regulation.

• Michael A. Claney, 23, of DeKalb, was charged with two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol and manufacturing/delivery of cannabis 30-500 grams.

• John D. Huggins, 27, of DeKalb, was charged with aggravated battery and two counts of domestic battery.

• Raul A. Garza, 23, of Lemont, was charged with fighting within the city.

• Casey A. Trent, 23, of Lemont, was charged with fighting within the city.

• Theresa K. Grecu, 48, of DeKalb, was charged with driving on a suspended/revoked license.

Senator Logyn Hoxworth texts and calls senators asking them to come to the Student Association meeting Sunday at the Holmes Student Center, Sky Room. The meeting was delayed 19 minutes due to an insufficient number of senators.

Senators resign for meeting to start

By Leah Nicolini and Alexander Chettiath | May 9, 2016

Senator Logyn Hoxworth texts and calls senators asking them to come to the Student Association meeting Sunday at the Holmes Student Center, Sky Room. The meeting was delayed 19 minutes due to an insufficient number of senators.

Stress-Free Events For Finals

By Jay Ibarra | May 9, 2016

Tackling final exams is stressful, but there are many resources on campus to help you de-stress like going to one of NIU’s planned events, visiting therapy dogs or coloring.“Don’t Stress the Test”The NIU Honor House will host a “Don’t Stress...

Students take initiative in hopes of improving the environment

By Northern Star staff | May 6, 2016

Three undergraduate students are working alongside Public Administration professor Eric Zeemering to study the Great Lakes Region in hopes of improving the environment.The students are examining local government policies and initiatives to see how they...

Coloring to Calm to provide stress relief opportunity

By Northern Star staff | May 6, 2016

Founders Memorial Library will host it’s Coloring to Calm from 7:30 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday on the first floor.Coloring to Calm is an event dedicated to provide free coloring supplies for students who can take a break from studying to...

Mark Charipar and Patrick Olchawa were arrested for trying to open car doors on N. Annie Glidden Road when an assault occurred during their booking. 

History of the Week: DeKalb Police officer attacked during booking

By Northern Star staff | May 5, 2016

Mark Charipar and Patrick Olchawa were arrested for trying to open car doors on N. Annie Glidden Road when an assault occurred during their booking. 

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