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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

20 signs you might be a NIU huskie

By Abby Wisecarver | November 16, 2018

When thinking of going to college, I never thought I would end up at NIU.You may feel the same way, but after reading these 20 signs, you might decide you are a Huskie at heart.1. You don’t mind living in the middle of a corn field.via GIPHY 2. A million...

President Donald Trump speaks about H. R. 5682, the "First Step Act" in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018, which would reform America's prison system. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

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By Northern Star Editorial Staff | November 14, 2018

Sam Malone | Managing EditorPrior to President Trump’s term, I really didn’t pay much heed to politics and could tell you little more than our president’s name. I didn’t vote in the 2016 Presidential Election despite being eligible because, to...

Happy National Guacamole Day!

By Sarah Lalond | November 14, 2018

Before you break out the turkey and cranberry sauce, take time to celebrate an equally delicious holiday: National Spicy Guacamole Day!Nov. 14, isn’t just a celebration of your favorite avocado dip- it’s focused on the tingly, burning sensation of...

Netflix and Warner Bros. incur lawsuit from Satanic Temple over statue misrepresentation by ‘Sabrina’ series

By Sarah Fischer | November 14, 2018

One of Netflix’s newest and most spellbinding shows “The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” captivated its audience following its release in October, but Netflix and Warner Bros. are now tied up in a lawsuit with the least expected organization: The...

Step Right up to Sycamore Pumpkin Festival 2018

By Sarah Lalond | November 14, 2018

 Sarah LaLond/Northern Star Ladies and gentleman, step right up to this year’s Pumpkin Festival! The theme for the five day Halloween extravaganza was “A Pumpkin Carnival”. This event is iconic in local culture, and the Sycamore school district...

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Happy World Kindness Day!

By Abby Wisecarver | November 13, 2018

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Local and scenic pet-friendly nature trails to visit this season

By Sarah Fischer | November 12, 2018

Attention all pet lovers: Fall is in full bloom, and the trees are quickly transforming into their vibrant reds, oranges and yellows, so it’s time to get out there with your furry friends, and enjoy it before it passes by.During this season, it’s...

Netflix Orginial ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ is an amazing, dark twist on a classic

By Maddie Barrett | November 11, 2018

Two worlds collide as Sabrina the teenage witch tries to balance her mortal and witch lives in the Netflix Original, “Chilling adventures of Sabrina.”The series is frightening and filled with sinfulness. The evil notions scattered throughout paired...

Surprising Must-Haves for Your Apartment

By Sarah Lalond | November 9, 2018

The difficult decisions are over. The apartment is picked, a roommate is lined up and the lease is finally signed. However, for first-time renters, there are still other factors to consider in apartment living.Hannah Mintz, junior electrical engineering...

Ariana Grande says ‘thank u, next’ to her exes

By Maddie Barrett | November 8, 2018

Ariana Grande is back with another breathtaking, emotional single, leaving listeners with full hearts and clear minds.“Thank u, Next” is the 28th single Grande has released from 2011 to 2018 and features names of her recent ex-boyfriends. The powerful...

Netflix Original ‘Haunted’ brings ghost stories to life

By Maddie Barrett | November 7, 2018

“Haunted,” Netflix’s new reality show, focuses on six narrators that experience being haunted, by either an extraterrestrial or a supernatural presence.During the show, the narrators tell their story to a room full of their friends and family while...

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