DeKALB – New technology may be introduced to NIU classrooms in the upcoming years following the University Council meeting addressing Gov. J.B. Priztker’s proposed budget for Illinois universities.  BUDGET UPDATE While addressing the budget update,...

DeKALB – The NIU men’s tennis team was defeated in a close battle 4-3 Friday afternoon against the University of Toledo Rockets.  SINGLES The Rockets put the first singles points on the board when junior Pawit Sornlaksup defeated NIU junior Cheng...

DeKALB – Five Huskies scored in double digits to push NIU men’s basketball past Eastern Michigan University with an 85-66 senior day victory. NIU honored four seniors in Friday’s contest. Senior guards Drew Wiemers, Kaleb Thornton and Darweshi...

Netflix’s new movie “The Wonder” will leave fans wondering what they just watched. Sebastián Lelio directs an emotional, psychological drama film that explores the power of a story. Set in 1862, the movie follows an English nurse named Elizabeth...

Kick-off December right by ringing in the holiday cheer this weekend. Throughout DeKalb, holiday-themed events will be taking place. SANTA VISITS IN DEKALB  Santa Claus will be visiting downtown DeKalb from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. The visit...

Music and magic collide in "Disenchanted," a charming tale full of wonder and whimsical daydreams where we learn the truth of what really happens after 'happily ever after.'  Have you ever made a wish with all your heart? Have you wondered what your...

DeKALB – The Huskies faced off against Northwestern University Wednesday evening that ended with the Wildcats winning 3-1.  NIU head coach Ryan Swan spoke on how he felt his team put out a lackluster performance. “I thought it was an embarrassing...

Award-winning author and illustrator team, James Ransome and his wife Lesa Cline-Ransome, gave the first lecture in a series on Wednesday in the Music Building. Throughout his three-decade career, Ransome has received an NAACP Image Award and a Coretta...

DeKALB – Get ready to design your house as frightening as possible because the third annual DeKalb Halloween House Decorating Contest is here! Prizes will be awarded for the Best Overall Theme, Best Special effects, Scariest, and People’s Choice....

DeKALB --  The DeKalb Police Department issued a statement Monday that it will partake in the national Child Passenger Safety Week Sept.18-24. The week will be committed to protecting young passengers with strict child passenger enforcement policies. Not...

Rejection is something that most people dread. The fear of rejection has moved some people to great lengths to avoid this unfortunate experience. This was the case for me too. However, as weird as it sounds, getting rejected was probably one of the best...