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Local representative addresses national concerns

Local representative addresses national concerns

By Meaghen Harms | April 26, 2011

Sycamore | Rep. Randy Hultgren (R - Winfield) discussed health care and the national debt at the Sycamore town hall meeting Tuesday evening. About 70 people attended the town meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sycamore City Council Chambers, 308 W....

Congressman Randy Hultgren needs to answer some tougher questions

Congressman Randy Hultgren needs to answer some tougher questions

By Letter writer | February 22, 2011

I am disappointed with the recent Northern Star "fluff" interview with our new Republican Congressman Randy Hultgren. This is a fellow who wishes to abolish the U.S. Department of Education and cut the EPA, opposes regulation of the big banks, voted against...

Hultgren gives advice to graduating college students

Hultgren gives advice to graduating college students

By Jessica Sabbah | February 10, 2011

This is the final installment of a five-part series in which the Northern Star interviews Congressman Randy Hultgren, who took office this January. Northern Star: How much time do you spend in Illinois vs. DC? What is it like living in DC? Randy Hultgren:...

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Hultgren shares details about family and job

By Jessica Sabbah | February 9, 2011

This is part four of a five-part series in which the Northern Star interviews Congressman Randy Hultgren, who took office this January. NORTHERN STAR: So our readers can learn more about the man behind the title, how do you enjoy your free time? RANDY...

Hultgren answers questions about NIU students' finances

Hultgren answers questions about NIU students’ finances

By Jessica Sabbah | February 8, 2011

This is part three of a five-part series in which the Northern Star interviews Congressman Randy Hultgren, who took office this January. NORTHERN STAR: Is there anything on the federal level that could help universities like NIU who are struggling financially...

Hultgren addresses health care

By Jessica Sabbah | February 7, 2011

This is part two of a five-part series in which the Northern Star interviews Congressman Randy Hultgren, who took office this January. NORTHERN STAR: How do you think your previous background as a state senator and an office manager and scheduler for...

Meet your new 14th District congressman Randy Hultgren

Meet your new 14th District congressman Randy Hultgren

By Jessica Sabbah | February 6, 2011

Congressman Randy Hultgren was sworn in on Jan. 5 to represent the 14th District. The Republican beat out incumbent Bill Foster for the position in the midterm election in November. The Northern Star recently talked with the new congressman about everything...

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U.S. Rep Foster loses seat to Republican lawmaker

By Associated Press | November 3, 2010

Democratic U.S. Rep. Bill Foster has been defeated by Republican Randy Hultgren in Illlinois’ 14th congressional district.With 76 percent of precincts reporting, Hultgren had 51 percent of the votes on Tuesday and Foster had about 45 percent.The 14th...

Letter to the Editor: Vote Hultgren on Nov. 2

By Letter Writer | October 27, 2010

I am a young small businessman, a multi-tour Iraq veteran, a brand new father and a commuting NIU student. I pay close attention to our elected leaders and the votes they take, and I have been getting very frustrated with Congressman Bill Foster. While...

Endorsements: Bill Foster for the 14th District

By Editorial Board | October 19, 2010

The Northern Star Editorial Board endorses Bill Foster as U.S. Congressman of the 14th District of Ill. Although his opponent Randy Hultgren is also a strong candidate, we feel that Foster has already accomplished a lot in the district since being first...

Candidates mingle with members of the public Thursday night during "Candidates Night" at the Egyptian Theatre hosted by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce.

Egyptian Theatre hosts Candidate Night

By Taylor Thanos | September 28, 2010

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s Public Policy Committee sponsored Candidates Night on Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. Candidates gave opening presentations, answered questions previously submitted and ended with...

DeKalb Chamber of Commerce hosts candidates night

By Northern Star Staff | September 28, 2010

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce's Public Policy Committee will be hosting a candidates night tonight at 6 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 North Second St. The event is expected to last until 9 p.m. The event will start with a meet and greet from 6 to 7 p.m....