Music is the universal language of the world. This is especially true for bringing all kinds of people together--particularly for a musician’s 50th birthday celebration. A birthday party for NIU School of Music faculty member Fareed Haque will start...

With a new year comes new music. Lil Wayne “I Am Not a Human Being II” Expected release: Feb. 19 Although he has changed the release date numerous times, Lil Wayne finally confirmed the official release date in an interview with MTV’s Sway. He also...

The 85th Academy Awards will take place on Feb. 24. As per usual, a slew of films have earned nominations, but who has time to watch every one? In this series, columnist Sarah Contreras will wade through the river of films and tell you what is worth seeing...

President Barack Obama introduced a series of legislative measures and executive orders centered around reducing gun violence during a national address on Jan. 16. The speech outlined 23 points that Obama said he hopes will decrease gun violence and crime...

On January 21, the announcement I’ve been waiting years for finally came. As I rubbed my sleep-bleary eyes, the words on my laptop screen came into focus. Hands raised to my mouth, I whispered, “Oh my God.” My whisper quickly changed to full-out...

The world is slowly evolving--or so that’s what my hopes are. ABC has finally recognized the geek culture phenomenon and its massive following. Shows like “The Bachelor” and “Dancing with the Stars” don’t bring up ratings; shows that the audience...

View Campus Blotter 1/18-1/21 in a larger map The following was taken directly from the University Police. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law. The University Police Department provides police reports on the Web...

View City Blotter 1/21 in a larger map The following was taken directly from area police and fire department records, or DeKalb County court records. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law. Monday At 11:52 p.m., officers...

The recently release trailer for the film “At Any Price,” featuring actors Dennis Quaid and Zac Efron. Locals will recognize scenes from the movie because they were shot in DeKalb in October 2011. The writer and director, Ramin Bahrani, shares the...

When benefits hit close to home, local artists are more than happy to share their talents. Local DeKalb County country cover band Back Country Roads will be performing Saturday at the Regale Center, 124 S. California St., with Free Beer and Chicken Band...

NIU will have a Winter Wonderland at 7:30 p.m. today that will cover all upcoming outdoor adventure events available for students this spring. The event, co-sponsored with the New Hall Council, has been moved indoors to the New Hall Community Room due...

NIU’s Grant Towers residential complex is hosting the Project R.E.D. (Resident Engagement in Diversity) events program from Tuesday until Jan. 31. The program events promote cultural awareness through various activities. The group’s intent is provide...