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LGBTQ+ sign, Homosexual relationships, A diverse community of modern gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer people hugging and supporting each other

[Photo] New survey determines needs of LGBTQ+ in DeKalb

February 25, 2021
police car lights at night in city with selective focus and bokeh.

[Photo] Tiger Woods suffers car crash

February 23, 2021
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[Photo] Editorial: two administrative closure days do not compensate for Spring Break

February 23, 2021
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[Photo] How to celebrate National Margarita Day in DeKalb

February 22, 2021
Men's tennis off to best start in over 30 years

[Photo] Men’s tennis off to best start in over 30 years

February 19, 2021
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[Photo] Student leaders reflect on Black History Month

February 18, 2021
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[Photo] Faculty Senate discusses alternative grading system for spring semester

February 18, 2021
Group of unrecognizable volunteers working in community charity donation center, food bank and coronavirus concept.

[Photo] Food insecurity continues to affect students

February 18, 2021
Side view of smiling spectators clapping hands in opera house. Men and women are watching theatrical performance. They are in elegant wear.

[Photo] Awards season will kick off with the Grammys and the Golden Globes

February 16, 2021
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[Photo] Where to find a COVID-19 vaccine in DeKalb

February 15, 2021
Cropped shot of a romantic dinner setting

[Photo] Why reserve a day for romance when there’s 364 other days in a year?

February 14, 2021
Female volleyball players on the net.

[Photo] Women’s volleyball loses first match against Eastern Michigan University Eagles

February 12, 2021
Unrecognizable people raise hands in excitement during a basketball sports game inside a large basketball sports stadium. Basketball court seen below. Silhouette. Cheering fans.

[Photo] Fans will soon be allowed to attend indoor sporting events

February 9, 2021
Couple having so much fun while ice skating at night. Wearing warm clothing. City is decorated with christmas lights.

[Photo] Outdoor Adventures to host Valentine’s Day ice skating event

February 9, 2021
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[Photo] Week of Feb. 8 gas update: Prices jump 6.5 cents a gallon

February 8, 2021
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[Photo] Employee Assistance Program to host lecture on uncertainty around COVID-19

February 9, 2021
We have not lived up to the commitment we made to amplify Black voices. The Northern Star Editorial Board owns up to that failure, and recommits to amplifying Black voices and diversifying our newsroom.

[Photo] Editorial: Our recommitment to diversifying our newsroom

February 4, 2021
Miami, FL, USA - January 25, 2020: Aerial photo Miami Hard rock Stadium hosting 2020 Super Bowl LIV

[Photo] Advertisers announce they will not air an ad during the Super Bowl

February 4, 2021
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[Photo] Writing club helps those struggling to express creativity

February 4, 2021
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[Photo] How to watch the Super Bowl safely in a pandemic

February 4, 2021
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[Photo] Feb. 1 is deadline to apply for graduation in Spring 2021

January 27, 2021
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[Photo] TV review: ‘Life in Pieces’

January 27, 2021
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[Photo] Navigating a winter storm safely

January 25, 2021
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[Photo] Week of Jan. 25 gas update: Prices jump 1.7 cents a gallon

January 25, 2021
The series of lectures will discuss the history and current uses of psychedelics in mental health contexts.

[Photo] Lifelong Learning Institute to offer ‘Psychedelic Miscellany’ workshop

January 25, 2021
With the switch to virtual classes taking hold, synchronous classes seem to foster the most effective learning experience.

[Photo] Synchronous classes help students succeed

January 19, 2021
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[Photo] Fill in the blank: My New Year’s resolution is . . .

December 31, 2020
COVID-19 Vaccine

[Photo] DeKalb County receives first shipment of COVID-19 vaccine

December 29, 2020
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[Photo] Haley’s story: I am cancer-free

December 24, 2020
Spectators in cinema

[Photo] Film review: “Mank”

December 12, 2020
A doctor holds a nasal swab for a COVID-19 test.

[Photo] Where to get a free COVID-19 test in northern Illinois

December 10, 2020
Happy multi-generation family sitting at the dining table on Thanksgiving and communicating through a digital tablet

[Photo] How to have a successful virtual Thanksgiving

November 24, 2020
Young women at home during pandemic isolation learning

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November 24, 2020
Young woman in the cinema, watching a scary movie, hiding her look with a hand and holding a box with popcorn

[Photo] Film review: ‘Possessor’

October 10, 2020
Wisconsin welcome sign.

[Photo] That time I socially distanced myself from technology and the pandemic

October 9, 2020
September is National Suicide Awareness Month vector

[Photo] How to spread awareness for suicide awareness month

September 18, 2020
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[Photo] South First Street to be closed Thursday until Nov. 25

September 16, 2020
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[Photo] Annual Kite Fest will take place Sunday

September 10, 2020
Weekly events: Week of Oct. 12

[Photo] Weekly events: Week of Sept. 7

September 7, 2020
Free COVID-19 testing will be temporarily offered at Dekalb High School. Testing will be offered from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. 

[Photo] Surveillance testing is a simple, necessary process

September 3, 2020
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[Photo] ICE policy: New international students with online-only classes can’t enter U.S.

July 24, 2020
A desk with a 2020 Goals checklist

[Photo] Fill in the blank: What I will do after quarantine ends

June 17, 2020
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[Photo] Campus counseling provides telehealth services to students

April 29, 2020
Attorneys general are seeing reports on a variety of scams related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul urges residents to be on the lookout for these types of scams.

[Photo] Attorney General warns of scams about COVID-19

March 30, 2020
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[Photo] DeKalb residents receive stimulus checks

April 17, 2020
The DeKalb Police Department reported Tuesday that it's seen a recent rise in drug-related calls and deaths.

[Photo] Police report rise in drug overdoses

April 16, 2020
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[Photo] Student-athletes to test CBD lotion

April 16, 2020
As the pandemic continues, students and professors have had to adapt to learning online.

[Photo] Students, professors adapt to new normal

April 16, 2020
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[Photo] Commencement postponed until August, university says

March 19, 2020
March cannabis sales totaled nearly $36 million, a portion of which will go toward communities impacted by the war on drugs.

[Photo] March cannabis sales in Illinois nearly $36M

April 4, 2020
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