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Bulls complete final step to rebuild

By Khobi Price | October 2, 2017

The divorce between the Chicago Bulls and guard Dwyane Wade finally happened, and it’s a divorce that is necessary for both Wade and the Bulls organization to move forward.Wade agreed to a buyout of approximately $15 million, which is about $8 million...

Politics wrongfully forced into sports

By Khobi Price | September 28, 2017

Patriotism has been ingrained into the backbone of sports culture and it is hypocritical to criticize athletes for using the platform they have been given to exercise their rights, especially when they are forced to mix politics with their profession.If...

Bears searching for new direction

By Mateo Avila | September 21, 2017

The biggest question fans had going in to the season was how long it would take before number two overall pick Mitchell Trubisky would surpass Mike Glennon as the starting quarterback, and the answer should be now.The Chicago Bears have started the 2017-18...

Junior men’s golfer Salvador Rocha hits a shot during the Mid-American Conference Championships April 28. The Huskies begin the season Monday.

Men’s golf ready for exciting season

By Tom Burton | September 18, 2017

Junior men’s golfer Salvador Rocha hits a shot during the Mid-American Conference Championships April 28. The Huskies begin the season Monday.

Bulls guard Dwyane Wade speaks at his introductory press conference July 29, 2016. Wade signed a two-year contract with the Bulls with a player option in the second year. 

Bulls facing decision with Dwyane Wade

By Julian Nunnery | September 14, 2017

Bulls guard Dwyane Wade speaks at his introductory press conference July 29, 2016. Wade signed a two-year contract with the Bulls with a player option in the second year. 

Top-5 athletes; Aug. 23-Sept. 13

By Tom Burton | September 14, 2017

The stats are from games, meets and matches that occurred from Aug. 23 to Sept. 13. If you feel there are student-athletes left off or deserve to be on the list or in upcoming weeks, tweet us @NIUNorthernStar using #NIUTop5Top 5 status went solely based...

Head Coach Ray Gooden (right) talks to his team during the Holiday Inn Express Invitational Aug. 25. The Huskies are 0-11 to begin the season. 

Volleyball struggling out of the gates

By Khobi Price | September 11, 2017

Head Coach Ray Gooden (right) talks to his team during the Holiday Inn Express Invitational Aug. 25. The Huskies are 0-11 to begin the season. 

Top-5 Bears impact players

By Julian Nunnery | September 7, 2017

5. Mike Glennon – QuarterbackIn the fifth spot is starting quarterback Mike Glennon. Glennon has paid his dues in his first four seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as he has earned the right to start for the Bears this season.In 2013, Glennon started...

Guard Kyrie Irving dribbles the ball against Isaiah Thomas during the 2017 eastern conference finals. The Cavaliers won the series 4-1. 

Celtics score deal for Kyrie Irving

By Eddie Garcia | August 31, 2017

Guard Kyrie Irving dribbles the ball against Isaiah Thomas during the 2017 eastern conference finals. The Cavaliers won the series 4-1. 

Redshirt junior quarterback Ryan Graham lines up against Western Illinois University Sept. 24, 2016. The Huskies begin their season against Boston College 8:30 p.m. Friday at Huskie Stadium. 

Tenure vs talent; starting quarterback position still available

By Ryan Ostry | August 28, 2017

The race of who will be calling plays as quarterback has come down to the week of the season opener, as head coach Rod Carey has yet to make the announcement. Though two strong candidates have been competing for the spot since last season, redshirt sophomore...

Top-5 football players to watch

By Eddie Garcia | July 31, 2017

It was a difficult season for NIU football as the team dealt with a multitude of injuries that derailed the season. Five quarterbacks appeared in the last 18 games played for the Huskies, with two season-ending injuries to Drew Hare and Anthony Maddie...

Bulls staying quiet this summer

Bulls staying quiet this summer

By Sharjeel Siddiqui | July 30, 2017

Chicago Bulls seventh overall draft pick Lauri Markkanen, left, Kris Dunn, center, and Zach Levine, pose for a photo at the NBA basketball team's training facility, Tuesday, June 27, 2017, in Chicago. Dunn and Levine was acquired by the Bulls from the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Jimmy Butler and this year's No. 16th overall pick, Justin Patton. (AP Photo/G-Jun Yam)