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Police prepare for homecoming weekend

By John Bachmann | October 12, 2010

DeKALB | DeKalb Police and other helping law enforcement agencies are ready for whatever homecoming brings. DeKalb Police Lt. Gary Spangler said there will be a larger police presence in the area this weekend. "Normally with every homecoming we beef up...

DeKalb Police see bike thefts

A few simple smart steps could help the chances of keeping your bike parked right where it is. DeKalb Police Lt. Gary Spangler said bike theft incidents occur based on several factors. "Unfortunately people don't secure their bikes like they should,"...

Kurt Sutter, the creator of Sons of Anarchy and a writer, director and producer for The Shield, is pictured here with his motorcycle. Sutter attended NIU, earning a Masters in theatre.

‘Sons of Anarchy’ creator attended NIU

By John Bachmann | October 11, 2010

Kurt Sutter's interest in motorcycle clubs turned into an idea for a TV show. Sutter, creator of FX Network's "Sons of Anarchy" and writer/director/producer of "The Shield," made the decision to come to NIU based on the decision of his mentor, Kathryn...

DeKalb Mayor removes Plan Commission chairman

By John Bachmann | September 24, 2010

DeKalb Mayor Kris Povlsen removed John Guio as chairman of the Plan Commission due to an ethics violation.Povlsen said the decision to remove Guio was made when he would not refrain himself for taking part in a vote regarding a possible expansion for...

Andy Sais, NIUs interactive media developer, teaches high schoolers how to design video games in Founders Memorial Library Room 338 Monday afternoon.

Course provides video game opportunities to students

By John Bachmann | September 22, 2010

High school students in the DeKalb County area have a chance to make it into the video game big leagues. The Digital Convergence Lab located in Founders Memorial Library offers an eight-week course for high school students to learn how video games work...

Downtown area shines with local business

By John Bachmann | September 22, 2010

Whether it's been a couple years or more than a decade, many businesses have established themselves in downtown DeKalb. The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., has been around for over 80 years offering various forms of entertainment. Executive Director...

Young adult group makes debut at Hillcrest Covenant Church

By John Bachmann | September 21, 2010

The Hillcrest Covenant Church has added another way to extend its reach to the DeKalb community. Pastor Steve Larson said the 127-year-old Hillcrest Covenant Church, 1515 N. First St., has started up an 18-25 group geared toward students and young adults....

Citizens plan to take back neighborhood

By John Bachmann | August 30, 2010

DeKALB | Some residents of the 5th ward met for the first time to talk about bringing back the neighborhood they once knew. A new Neighborhood Watch group gathered Monday night in the 200 block of Locust Street to discuss concerns it has for its area...

3 DeKalb businesses close over the summer

By John Bachmann | August 24, 2010

DeKalb nightlife options have gotten smaller during the summer months. Three businesses closed over the summer, including Tequila Roadhouse, 1215 Blackhawk Road, Krystal's Lounge, 122 S. First St. and Campus Club Bar and Grill, 1000 W. Lincoln Highway....

3 DeKalb bars return liquor licenses over summer

By John Bachmann | August 23, 2010

DeKalb nightlife options have gotten smaller during the summer months. Three businesses closed over the summer, including Tequila Roadhouse, 1215 Blackhawk Road, Krystal's Lounge, 122 S. First St. and Campus Club Bar and Grill, 1000 W. Lincoln Highway....