It used to be frowned upon, but it seems mainstream comedians are now going for a cheap laugh. An interesting trend in the comedy world is starting to take shape: Stand-up comics are taking the release of their content into their own hands, as opposed...
A certain kind of fungal growth, Aspergillus nidulans, may affect patients with weak immune systems. Research Rookie Justin Durancik, sophomore biology major, and Ana Calvo, professor of biological sciences, will conduct an investigation of fungal growth...
After two years of petitioning to become a member of the Interfraternity Council (IFC), Delta Chi was welcomed into the council Monday. Delta Chi petitioned to become full members of IFC multiple times over the years but was denied each time, said Kyle...
Almost 2,000 packages of synthetic drugs were seized from DeKalb retailers Monday as part of “Operation Smoked Out.” The operation is a statewide initiative that aims to remove certain illegal substances from Illinois stores, according to an Illinois...
The city of DeKalb has made the move to Facebook. The city’s page relaunched Monday and utilizes the new timeline format. The page features news from city hall, as well as information, facts and photos of the city. An album of historic city photos is...
Prosecutors said a DeKalb man charged in the death of a slain Northern Illinois University student told police the teenager died of a seizure. Prosecutors revealed 36-year-old William Curl’s story during a pre-trial hearing Tuesday. Curl is charged...
DuSable Hall is in “serious” trouble. According to a Citation and Notification of Penalty packet assembled and issued by the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), DuSable was cited for seven violations, all labeled “serious.” “Serious means that...
DeKalb residents will travel into the world of books tonight at the DeKalb Public Library. The library, 309 Oak St., will host a meeting of Destination Wonder, a book discussion group for older teens and adults, according to a press release from the library....
The following was taken from the University Police. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The University Police Department provides police reports on the Web at finfacil.niu.edu/PublicSafety. Saturday At 2:12 a.m.,...
Chances are, you’ve got some work to do the next two weeks. A lot of work. If you’re anything like me, studying or writing a paper in silence is an exercise in both torture and futility. For whatever reason, my brain needs auditory stimulation to...
In September, a nation once condemned for its apathy spawned one of the biggest sociopolitical movements in the past fifty years. Occupy Wall Street has grown into an international protest calling for progressive reformation of the relationship between...
Philanthropy starts in the classroom. Some students are raising money for a cause in their Philanthropy and Volunteerism class (PSPA 401). The money raised will benefit TAILS, 2250 Barber Greene Road, a local not-for-profit animal shelter. Isabelle Bourgeois,...
