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A graphic shows a "Spooky October vibes" playlist. Here are some spooky and fall themed songs to listen to during the month of October. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Spooky songs, fall favorites for October

By Northern Star Staff | October 14, 2024

A mix of spooky tunes and fall melodies, here are some songs to get you in the mood for the October season. Lucy’s picks “A Little Priest” -  Stephen Sondheim “Harvest Moon” - Neil Young “Night on Bald Mountain” - Modest...

A figure with a pumpkin for a head wears a red sweatshirt and a burning candle trickling wax. Jack is ready for the sweater weather but a little confused on how it’s still hot out in October!  (Aidan Renteria | Northern Star)

Cartoon: Jack O. Lantern

By Aidan Renteria, Cartoonist | October 3, 2024

The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., has its lights on while the sun sets around it. The Egyptian Theatre will show six Halloween-related movies during the moth of October. (Northern Star File Photo)

Frightening fall films at the Egyptian Theatre

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 29, 2024

If you're looking for a good way to get your fill of ghosts, ghouls and ghastly creatures this Halloween season, set your eyes on the silver screen of DeKalb's historic Egyptian Theatre. This October, the Egyptian Theatre, located at 135 N. Second...

A hand holds a drawing for Inktober. Inktober is a yearly challenge to draw every day in October. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Get your pens ready, Inktober returns

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 27, 2024

Artists, get your pens ready. October is almost upon us, and you know that means, Inktober draws near.   For the uninitiated, Inktober is a month-long drawing challenge where artists draw in ink, either physically or digitally, each day in October....

The front of the Spirit Halloween store glows on a gloomy night. A Friday the 13th so close to Halloween is perfect to get you into the ghoulish season. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Friday the 13th, a ghoulishly good time

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 12, 2024

A chill fills the air as darkness creeps upon the land. Families lock their doors and hold their children close as that time draws nigh once more, Friday the 13th.  These are but a few of the feelings and actions those who suffer from friggatriskaidekaphobia,...

Six ghosts float in front of a white background. Senior Opinion Columnist Emily Beebe and Opinion Columnist Olivia Zapf debate whether ghost are real. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

Look both ways: Are ghosts real?

By Emily Beebe and Olivia Zapf | October 30, 2023

Ghosts are probably real By: Olivia Zapf Ghosts are real ... probably. The age old question of the existence of ghosts has mystified individuals worldwide.  With classics like “Casper the Friendly Ghost” and Slimer from “Ghostbusters,” it’s...

A row of Halloween costumes displayed at Spirit Halloween. The Illinois Department of Public Health reminds trick-or-treaters to be aware of potential dangers this Halloween. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Costume ideas for Halloween enthusiasts

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 5, 2023

As the month of September comes to a close, and the spooky season creeps in, the question that could be on everyone’s mind is “What should I dress up as for Halloween?”  This year has seen the release of quite a few movies, TV shows and characters...

CARTOON: Spooky Golf

By Isaac Trusty, Cartoonist | October 30, 2022

 

Well-o-ween 2022 will offer Halloween themed activities on campus to practice wellness.

Self-care and scare during Well-o-ween 2022

By Joseph Howerton, Video Editor | October 21, 2022

NIU Mission Wellness is offering Well-o-ween, a week of Halloween themed activities to practice self-care and to partake in the spooky season. Mindfulness and You: Glitter Jars 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24 at the Holmes Student Center Room 306 or virtually,...

DeKalb Police Department wants people to celebrate Halloween safely this year by not driving while impaired.

DeKalb Police Department encourages residents to not drive while impaired

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | October 19, 2022

With Halloween approaching, the DeKalb community is gearing up to see some scary things – ghouls, ghosts and goblins galore – but perhaps the scariest of them all will be impaired drivers.  Not only can impaired drivers impact their own lives,...

There are many events this season to look out for, including a pet costume contest and a pumpkin rolling competition.

DeKalb Park District to spice up the city with 4 ‘spooky season’ celebrations

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | October 7, 2022

DeKALB – Expect whimsy and family-friendly fun this Halloween season from the DeKalb Park District, which has four upcoming events planned for the community to enjoy, according to an Oct. 6 news release. DeKalb Halloween House Decorating Contest (Oct....