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Business ordinance may face changes

By Satta Kendor | January 26, 2015

Mayor John Rey said city officials will propose an additional section to a business inspection ordinance today at a City Council meeting.The meeting begins 6 p.m. in the DeKalb Municipal Building, 200 S. Fourth St. Other topics will include the bar entry...

Women’s gymnastics benefits from balanced team

By Matt Hopkinson | February 19, 2013

While last year’s women’s gymnastics team had a lot of talented seniors and equaled the best result in school history at the MAC Championship, I feel this year’s team is better. There are several reasons for this, but I find the three most important...

Huskies’ focus will determine bowl game fate

By Brian Belford & Eli Gehn | January 8, 2012

Eli Gehn: Alright, Brian, the lastgame for NIU football this season is finally upon us. The Huskieshad a huge comeback victory over Ohio in the MAC Championship lastmonth. It was an exciting year, wouldn't you agree?Brian Belford: I would say it hasbeen...

Mike Quade is in over his hairless head

August 22, 2011

What exactly goes on in Mike Quade's bald, shiny noggin?The Chicago Cubs manager has been in scalding water all season due to his poor decision making.Quade's latest debacle comes from his choice to sit shortstop Starlin Castro for Monday's game against...

Students should improve their study habits, not rely on study drugs

Students should improve their study habits, not rely on study drugs

By Alyssa Pracz | April 25, 2011

For some college students, blaming their poor study habits on having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has become a popular excuse. Although ADHD is a legitimate learning disability which a lot of people really do suffer from, some students...