I am writing this column at the last possible minute, which should come as no surprise to those that know me.If I started this column weeks ago, or even days ago, I would not be able to fully speak on my experience at the Northern Star. It still baffles...

The Carolina Panthers will face the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 on Sunday. Here are the Northern Star staff's predictions for Sunday's big game:Photo Editor Nick BosshartWinner: Carolina Panthers. Carolina quarterback Cam Newton had a dominant season...

Faculty Senate will propose a resolution to Gov. Bruce Rauner and the state legislature to urge an end to the budget impasse and fund Monetary Assistance Program grants.The resolution, which is set to be proposed at a Wednesday meeting, addresses Rauner’s...

City Council will review two items for separate action today that involve approving an outdoor patio for a future Chipotle Mexican Grill in Sycamore and permission to Verizon Wireless for cellphone tower usage.Both items, which are the only items listed...

City Council postponed an ordinance that would prohibit smoking on streets and sidewalks touching NIU in support of the Smoke-Free Campus Act.The Smoke-Free Campus Act, which has been in effect since July 1, does not allow smoking in indoor and outdoor...

The rezoning of University Village was approved by the City Council with a 5-3 vote Monday after more than two hours of discussion.The request proposes to rezone the property, 722 N. Annie Glidden Road, in order to ensure funding from the United States...

After a five minute meeting, Faculty Senate members spent nearly an hour discussing issues such as transparency and budget uncertainties Wednesday.At the first meeting of the semester, and the first meeting of his tenure, Faculty Senate President Greg...