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Law requires LGBTQ+ history to be taught before high school

By Sam Malone | January 22, 2020

DeKALB — A turbulent time in American history, the 1950s were shrouded in pure terror. People lost jobs. People lost family. This shade of fear was not just the red of McCarthyism but lavender as well. Commonly taught in schools, the Red Scare looms...

Oscars Red Carpet brings high end fashions with splash of bold

By Cris Rojo | February 25, 2019

The red carpet at the Academy Awards is typically known for minimal and high spirited fashions. However, 2019’s carpet seemed to take a bit of bold turn for many attendees’ fashion choices.  FX “Pose” star Billy Porter was not the first attendee...

Fill in the blank: My year at NIU will be…..

By Northern Star Staff | August 27, 2018

Tatianna Salisbury | Editor-in-ChiefSeniorWhen you work for the Northern Star, your life becomes the Northern Star, and that’s just the way I like it. I love being glued to my desk, working on multiple stories at a time and constantly searching for...

MaryAnn Lorenz (left) and freshman fashion student Dominique Sella (right) attend the NIU “Work Day to Runway” show April 7.

Professor sheds light on fashion career

By Cris Rojo | May 7, 2018

MaryAnn Lorenz (left) and freshman fashion student Dominique Sella (right) attend the NIU “Work Day to Runway” show April 7.

Jalen Smith, who performs under the name Visionary J, self-released his debut album, “Apple Juice Is Better Than Orange Juice,” to streaming services, such as Tidal and Apple Music March 30.

Student releases debut album

By Cris Rojo | April 26, 2018

Jalen Smith, who performs under the name Visionary J, self-released his debut album, “Apple Juice Is Better Than Orange Juice,” to streaming services, such as Tidal and Apple Music March 30.

High heels show support

By Cris Rojo | April 12, 2018

DeKALB — No one can understand another person’s experience until they’ve walked a mile in their shoes, and Safe Passage is urging men and women to do just that with their third annual Walk A Mile in Her Shoes event to raise awareness for sexual...

Blush pink and pale colors are taking over spring and summer fashion trends, and students can shop locally and affordably to sport these fashion statements.

Spring brings blush pink

By Cris Rojo | April 9, 2018

Blush pink and pale colors are taking over spring and summer fashion trends, and students can shop locally and affordably to sport these fashion statements.

Spring bird’s nest recipe

By Cris Rojo | April 2, 2018

Fly into spring by baking bird’s nest-themed French vanilla cupcakes, the perfect snack to curb any sweet tooth with style.Ingredients:• 1 cup of water• ½ cup of vegetable oil• 3 eggs• 1 box French vanilla cake mix• 12 ounce bag of chocolate...

Add life to any room with this creative and artistic plant display.

Minimalist house plant DIY

By Cris Rojo | March 8, 2018

Add life to any room with this creative and artistic plant display.

Gigi Hadid and Tommy Hilfiger use their final collaboration to race toward style.

Fashion collaboration brings NASCAR-inspired looks

By Cris Rojo | March 5, 2018

Designer Tommy Hilfiger and model Gigi Hadid were calling all pit crew and were ready to race, as the two unveiled their final collaborative collection, “Tommy x Gigi,” at 8 p.m. Central European time Feb. 25 in Milan.The sports themed collection...

The Remedies embody punk rock

By Cris Rojo | February 22, 2018

The Remedies were a relatively unknown punk band before Sunday night when they performed for the first time in DeKalb at the House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway, making their stage presence known to attendees.To say the show lived up to the advance hype...

Ugg reveals new boot line.

New Ugg style misses the mark

By Cris Rojo | February 12, 2018

Ugg reveals new boot line.