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Letter to the Editor: Chami an easy decision for DeKalb State’s Attorney

By Letter Writer | October 27, 2010

We have an easy decision on Nov. 2when it comes to selecting DeKalb County's next State's Attorney.Sarah Gallagher Chamihas the experience, expertise and community commitment necessaryfor the job.Her opponent, on the other hand, doesnot have the experience...

Letter to the Editor: Vote Hultgren on Nov. 2

By Letter Writer | October 27, 2010

I am a young small businessman, a multi-tour Iraq veteran, a brand new father and a commuting NIU student. I pay close attention to our elected leaders and the votes they take, and I have been getting very frustrated with Congressman Bill Foster. While...

Candidates debate local issues

By Allyson Martin | October 20, 2010

Last night a debate was held for the DeKalb County State’s Attorney and the 16th Judicial Circuit Court Judge. Participants in the debate for State’s Attorney were Sarah Gallagher Chami (D) and Clay Campbell (R). The debaters for judge were the incumbent...

Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

October 18, 2010

This Saturday Night, October 23rd, the NIU Physical Therapy Students are hosting their 3rd annual Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. This event will be held in the Basement of the Newman Student Center...

Former DeKalb State’s attorney endorses Chami in election

By Letter Writer | October 17, 2010

Who will you elect to prevent crime in your community? Orientation. For 18 years, Clay Campbell represented criminals convicted of murder, sex assault and domestic battery. Clay is a career criminal defense attorney. He did not put bad guys in jail as...

Foster deserves the support of NIU students during early voting

By Letter Writer | October 17, 2010

NIU students can early vote at Holmes Student Center Oct. 18 to 21. Two forms of ID required with current address. This is your opportunity to easily participate in the democratic process. Congressman Bill Foster deserves support from NIU students. Rep....

Police association endorses Chami for State’s Attorney office

By Letter Writer | October 17, 2010

The Illinois Municipal Police Association Benevolent is proud to endorse Sarah Gallagher Chami for State's Attorney of DeKalb County. Through her exemplary service as a felony prosecutor in Cook County, Sarah has shown the knowledge, perseverance and...

Disappointment over publication of derogatory comments

By Letter Writer | October 17, 2010

As NIU staff working to promote healthy body image among our students, we were disappointed that the Northern Star chose to publish a letter to the editor on Oct. 6, that commented on the Recreation Center's new dress code, and included derogatory comments...

Letter Writer: NIU Libertarians will stage anti-war protest

By Letter Writer | October 13, 2010

Last Thursday marked the nine year anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks. But what does this mean for Americans? Many citizens assume that with the reduction of troops in Iraq and the few news reports coming out of...

Vaccines prove progress is making religion outdated

By Letter Writer | October 12, 2010

I was intrigued by Kathryn Minniti's article "Practicing Your Religion is a Right Until it Imposes on Another's Rights." To set the bar, I'm an atheist and here's my assertion: Anyone who identifies themselves as Christian, who also agrees with Kathryn's...

How to Subscribe for e-mail advisories:

October 4, 2010

1. Visit www.niu.edu. 2. Click ‘Emergency Information’ at the bottom of the web page. 3. Click ‘Campus Alerts and Advisories’ on the left-hand side of the page. 4. The site will prompt users to input their contact information separately for text...

Letter to the Editor: T-shirts will not stop MRSA

By Letter Writer | October 4, 2010

I am writing in regards to the article on wearing shirts at the Rec. I have e-mailed them three times and have been ignored. I did research on MRSA and learned that this rule does not protect us from MRSA and that there are much better ways in preventing...