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A Margherita pizza on a plate with tomatoes and basil besides it. Senior Columnist Angelina Padilla-Tompkins debates which pizza place is the best.

Poll: Who has the best pizza?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 11, 2023

Papa John’s Papa John’s pizza always looks amazing, with a perfect layer of cheese and a crust that can be easily dipped in their provided garlic sauce.  Papa John’s has an amazing signature sauce that adds the perfect amount of flavor without...

Former president Donald Trump's arrest could cause an uprising in protests by his dedicated followers, causing concern for safety for those involved.

Trump’s indictment is celebratory, but warrants caution

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | April 10, 2023

Take a sigh of relief: Donald Trump has just become the first former president indicted with a crime. While we celebrate, however, it is crucial to remain wary of potential violence from his supporters.  Trump’s indictment last Thursday by a New...

A crowd of faces with multiple different colors with the social justice scale symbol. Columnist Emily Beebe believes the LGTBQ+ community deserves more legal protection when it comes to their rights in the U.S.

LGBTQ+ people deserve better federal protection

By Emily Beebe, News Editor | April 10, 2023

The LGBTQ+ community has long been marginalized and discriminated against. It’s time for society to recognize that these individuals deserve better rights.  According to the ACLU, there have been several legislations introduced that protect members...

Two people walking on a tightrope between Holmes Student Center and Founders Memorial Library. The recent SGA election found four candidates breaking SGA's vague rules.

Editorial: SGA allows the abuse of its elections

By Northern Star Editorial Board | April 9, 2023

A sanction, in relation to the NIU Student Government Association, is a reprimand given to a person who is found guilty and admits to having broken SGA policies, university policies or, in the recent case of four elected candidates, electioneering. The...

Look Both Ways: Is self-healing a good thing?

By Lucy Atkinson and Nanette Nkolomoni | April 9, 2023

SELF-HEALING CAN BE GOOD By Lucy Atkinson There is no doubt that attending physical check-ups with your doctor is advisable. This is not a call to completely abandon the professionals of the medical field or the scientific advancements of modern-medicine....

A man holding a rock on his shoulders. Columnist Nanette Nkolomoni explains that it is important to not let hardships defeat you.

Unpopular Opinion: Hardships are necessary in life

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Copy Editor | April 6, 2023

The reality of life is that it’s not perfect. Life won’t always go the way we want it to.  Many people tend to look at the difficulties of life as something that is only bad. However, a lot of good can come from hardship. Hardships are necessary...

CARTOON: The golden hour

By Amber Siegel, Cartoonist | April 6, 2023

Street Interviews: Thoughts on the recent weather

By Emily Beebe, News Editor | April 6, 2023

DeKALB - In the past week, DeKalb has had storm warnings along with tornado warnings. DeKalb had some heavy rain along with some thunder and lightning throughout the last week, causing some classes to get canceled.  DeKalb also had some tornado warnings...

Lincoln Highway in downtown DeKalb is inactive Monday during rush hour.

Fill in the Blank: DeKalb is…

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 5, 2023

...Mediocre Through the lens of a student, the city of DeKalb, IL is simply, alright.  DeKalb is a college town that doesn’t feel like a college town. Perhaps it's because we now live in a post-pandemic world where shops and restaurants close early.   DeKalb...

Two vegan chickpea burgers sitting on a platter. Columnist Lucy Atkinson suggests taking a chance on vegan options when eating at fast-food chains.

Go meatless at the next drive-thru

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | April 5, 2023

Many fast-food chains are expanding the meatless (yet meaty) options on their menus, and as consumers, we should be buying them.  Recent years have found vegetarianism in America to be on the rise. In fact, according to a series of national surveys...

Street Interviews: Do you use Huskie Hub?

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Editor | April 4, 2023

DeKALB – Huskie Hub, the online platform for student organizations on campus, is accessible as an app. Student organizations can post notices about upcoming-events, communicate with their members and much more. However, while many students find the...

A plate of pancakes with peanut butter and strawberries sitting on a table. Peanut butter with pancakes is a great way to improve the taste and texture of pancakes.

Unpopular Opinion: Peanut butter is essential for pancakes

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | April 4, 2023

A gorgeous Saturday morning, the table is set for breakfast — cups of orange juice, fresh cut fruit, syrup, warm fluffy pancakes and a jar of peanut butter.  Peanut butter on pancakes is a must, you cannot have a complete pancake breakfast without...