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Why the Cubs Struggled in the Playoffs

By Roland Hacker | October 26, 2017

The Chicago Cubs tried to become the first team in 17 years to repeat as World Series Champions.  They failed, bowing out in 5 games to the Los Angeles Dodgers. So before we look ahead to the long offseason that awaits the 2016 Champs, let’s take...

NFC North Playoff Hopes

By Derrick Green | October 26, 2017

With Aaron Rodgers possibly out for the remainder of the season, the Green Bay Packers are not a legitimate threat in the NFC North. If Green Bay wants any chance of reaching the playoffs, their defense must step up and force the opposing team's offense...

Graduate teaching assistant Kelsey William speaks her opinion on how learning to understand others with mental health issues can lead to more comfortable conversations.

Mental health event helps “break the stigma”

By Jessie Kern | October 26, 2017

DeKALB — During a No Shame Campaign event, students confronted the ways in which mental illness carries stigmas that sometimes are magnified for minority communities as a result of cultural stereotypes.The event, called Family Matters, was hosted by...

Bundle Up On a Budget

By Samantha Manahan | October 26, 2017

When sweater weather approaches, I couldn’t be happier; however, my wallet would disagree. With the latest unsettling weather, one must purchase new jumpers. I mean, let’s be honest, living here in Illinois we can wear sweaters three out of the four...

Bears take baby steps towards victory

By Ryan Ostry | October 24, 2017

After just seven weeks of football played, the Chicago Bears have now officially matched last year’s win total with their third victory defeating the Carolina Panthers 17-3.The score of the game wasn’t indicative of what actually happened... shocker...

Study Survival Skills in 3 Easy Steps

By Haley Galvin | October 24, 2017

Midterms are in full swing which means it’s time to get down to business. Many students find it hard to focus or create a good environment to study, so here are a few helpful tips you may find helpful during midterm season.Do Not DisturbNo brainer:...

Five Halloween Movies for Five Different Moods

By Ginger Simons | October 24, 2017

#AsToldByGingerIf You Want to Laugh: “Young Frankenstein” (1974)Filled to the brim with puns, visual gags and Gene Wilder screaming, this is a perfect movie to put on at a silly Halloween party (or if you’re alone with a bowl of popcorn and in...

Top 5 Vegan Halloween Candy

By Victoria Lambton | October 23, 2017

With Halloween less than two weeks away, we’re all anticipating the holiday where we get free, delicious candy. But with a recent increase in vegetarians and vegans in the world, it may seem daunting for those with health issues or moral reasonings...

Professors fight for Puerto Rico

Professors fight for Puerto Rico

By Associated Press | October 23, 2017

A resident walks by Electric Power Authority worker Ezequiel Rivera Oct. 19 as he restores distribution lines damaged by Hurricane Maria in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Without air-conditioning, many residents have resorted to using washboards to clean clothes and sleeping on their balconies for relief from daytime temperatures above 90 degrees.

Governor candidate drops race

By Michael Urbanec | October 23, 2017

DeKALB — Ameya Pawar, Chicago 47th ward alderperson and Democratic gubernatorial candidate, announced he is dropping out of the race citing a lack of funding.Pawar attempted to run a grassroots campaign similar to that of Bernie Sanders, U.S. senator...