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CARTOON: Coffee shop

By Ana Guzman, Cartoonist | May 4, 2023

File - The American and FOX flags fly outside the News Corp. and Fox News headquarters on  April 19, in New York. Fox Corp.'s hefty $787.5 million settlement with Dominion over defamation charges is unlikely to make a dent in Fox's operations, analysts say. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)

Fox deserved more retribution

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | May 4, 2023

The Dominion Voting Systems v. FOX News Network lawsuit was settled for $787.5 million on April 18, and this conclusion was a severe disappointment.  Dominion – the company whose voting machines were used in the 2020 election – first sued FOX news...

Cartoonist Ana Guzman illustrates death standing next to a prisoner with their head covered awaiting the death penalty. Columnist Emily Beebe informs readers of the cruelty of the death penalty and urges the punishment to be abolished nationwide.

End the death penalty now

By Emily Beebe, News Editor | May 3, 2023

The death penalty is an outdated, barbaric practice that has no place in modern society. It’s time to end this cruel and unjust punishment once and for all.  For years, the death penalty has been a contentious issue in the United States. According...

 FILE - Tucker Carlson attends the final round of the Bedminster Invitational LIV Golf tournament in Bedminster, N.J., July 31, 2022. Carlson was abruptly bounced from his popular prime-time show earlier in the day without explanation from Fox.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Good riddance, Tucker Carlson

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | May 3, 2023

Tucker Carlson – the conservative ex-talk show host of FOX news – was released from duty on April 24, and it feels ecstatic to see him go.  Unaware it would be his last, Carlson gave his final sign-off on Friday, April 21, and the world caught...

 At a comic convention in Brussels, Belgium a group of people dressed in DC characters (left) and Marvel characters face each other symbolizing the great debate of Marvel vs. DC Comics. (Miguel Discart | Wikimedia commons)

Poll: Marvel or DC Comics?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | May 2, 2023

For years comic fans have been divided between Marvel Comics and DC Comics, but it is time we look at the facts and decide which one is actually superior.  There are several fundamental differences between the two comic companies that must be compared.    Location  Most...

Cartoonist Isaac Trusty illustrates a student asleep in a pile of homework with their coffee still in hand. It is important to prioritize sleep, even more so during finals week.

Sleep is important, especially during finals

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | May 1, 2023

Ever try to run a marathon after donating blood? That’s a bit like what you're asking your brain to do when you take a test on no sleep, so sink into those pillows, Huskies.  College students aren’t famous for their restfulness, especially during...

Street Interviews: Reactions to the death of Jerry Springer

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | May 1, 2023

Jerry Springer, the legendary yet unconventional talk-show host famous for The Jerry Springer Show, passed away on April 27 of pancreatic cancer. He was 79.  Famous for its wild reveals and the often heated arguments between show participants, the...

A girl sleeping while thought bubbles of self care float above. When preparing for finals, it is essential to also make time for mental health.

Editorial: Take a deep breath during finals

By Northern Star Editorial Board | April 30, 2023

Before summer comes around, the last few weeks of school are stressful. Students should remember to always take care of themselves first. With the stress of projects, papers and final exams, students should find methods to keep themselves mentally healthy...

A husky buried in campus trash as a nearby trash can remains empty. Columnist Lucy Atkinson reminds students that while Earth Month might be over, keeping the planet clean is still important.

All students should prioritize keeping campus clean

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | April 29, 2023

A new student organization, Go Green-Go Clean, has been founded on campus with a mission to address the garbage which litters NIU grounds, but the work shouldn’t be left to them alone. The club’s work is inspiring, and its members deserve our praise,...

The DeKalb County History Center's logo is red and has white text on it. Understanding local history is important so that you can learn from the past. (Patrick Murphy | Northern Star)

Knowing local history is important for the community

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 28, 2023

In schools students are taught national and international history, but very rarely are they taught local history when it is just as important.  Knowing the history of the town you grew up in, are attending school in and/or are working in is an essential...

A HomeGoods sign sits near the street. A new Homegoods location is opening in DeKalb, but no opening date has been announced. (Rachel Cormier | Northern Star)

New HomeGoods is good for DeKalb

By Emily Beebe, News Editor | April 27, 2023

As a college student, it’s always exciting to hear about new stores opening in our local community, especially when the store is as beloved and well-known as HomeGoods. There will be a new HomeGoods opening up in DeKalb. It’s no secret that HomeGoods...

CARTOON: Going Back

By Amber Siegel, Cartoonist | April 27, 2023