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Kenneth Genalo, director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s New York City field office, speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, in the Bronx borough of New York. On Saturday, NIU released a guide directing students, faculty and staff how to respond if ICE comes to campus. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

NIU releases guide preparing students for potential ICE raids

By Mariestrella Corral and Abel Naranjo | January 23, 2025

DeKALB - Some students say they are on edge after a plan was leaked over the weekend for ICE raids to happen in Chicago.  On Saturday, student affairs sent a university-wide email with resources to aid student success. The email included resources...

NIU freshman forward Cam Pathana (64) pressures a Purdue University Northwest player during a game on Oct. 14 at Canlan Ice Sports in West Dundee. (Beverly Buchinger | NIU Hockey)

Huskies preparing for final home series vs. Drury

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | January 25, 2023

DeKALB – Huskies Hockey (2-22, 1-13 MCH) looks to get back in the win column after being swept by Midland in Nebraska when they take on Drury University (2-13, 2-13 MACHA) in the final home series of the season Friday and Saturday.  NIU has struggled...

How to clean your shoes

By Kennedy Jones | February 6, 2020

With all the snow and ice melting, shoes need a little extra care this time of year. There are many different ways to clean shoes; however, the appropriate cleaning method may vary based on the material of the shoe. These tips and tricks can be used any...

City shouldn’t rely on salt

By Angelina McNeela | November 24, 2014

DeKalb needs to switch to eco-friendly alternatives to salt for melting icy roads.Salt has proven to be effective at combating icy roads, but DeKalb should consider using alternatives like soy products, molasses and urea. Not only are these products more...

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