By Olivia Zapf, Opinion Columnist
| October 9, 2023
Much like the Sharks and the Jets from "West Side Story," the walkers and bikers on NIU’s campus are constantly vying for sidewalk space. NIU walkers and bikers need to stay in their own lanes. If fictional characters can do it, so can NIU.
The heart...
By Ashley Vargas, Opinion Columnist
| October 9, 2023
The concept of imprisonment began with four main purposes, retribution, incapacitation, deterrence and rehabilitation. The American justice system seems to be having trouble including that last step in its process.
The state of Illinois has recently...
Despite being a day of celebration about the discovery of America, Columbus Day is not a date to celebrate, at least not the way we actually do.
Many will be surprised to discover that Columbus was no more than an infamous man in the newly unified...
By Northern Star Editorial Board
| October 8, 2023
On Sept. 25, the contract for the city of DeKalb to purchase the building that was once the first barbed wire factory was approved. At the same time, an insulting conversation about turning the building into a parking lot ensued.
The property at...
By Kahlil Kambui, Opinion Columnist
| October 6, 2023
The death penalty is a terrible thing that should be abolished. Putting someone to death, no matter the crime, is a bad idea. Too many people have been wrongfully put on death row, so I don't trust the government enough to decide who gets put to death...
By Olivia Zapf, Opinion Columnist
| October 4, 2023
NIU School of Theatre and Dance is constantly performing and hosting events, and NIU and DeKalb residents should take full advantage of its show-stopping numbers. Residents should attend theater performances, both to show support for the school and to...
By Emily Beebe, Senior Opinion Columnist
| October 4, 2023
People on social media, especially celebrities, need to be more authentic in their content. Social media should be used as a platform to show originality and vulnerability, like Selena Gomez does.
The cycle where people only show good sides of themselves...
During the last two NFL games, Taylor Swift's appearance in the box suite of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce generated significant attention and cultural buzz. Regarding career achievements and global impact, Swift's success surpasses Kelce's....
By Lexi Nebel, Opinion Columnist
| October 3, 2023
LIL UZI VERT – “Pink Tape”
Lil Uzi Vert, a rapper and singer-songwriter from Philadelphia, first gained attention after the release of their single “Money Longer” in 2016. Their second studio album, “Eternal Atake,” was released in 2020....
By Olivia Zapf, Opinion Columnist
| October 2, 2023
The federal government is failing America. By abolishing the filibuster in federal judge appointments, government officials are creating an unfair and unjust judicial system. Politicians must bring the practice back to protect America’s democratic republic...
