Pass: Illinois approves I-88 speed limit increaseStarting in January, I won’t have to be so paranoid driving 70 mph on I-88.The speed limit will be raised a whopping 5 mph at the start of the new year. Illinois Tollway’s Board of Directors voted Oct....
With the holiday season fast approaching, DeKalb residents braved the cold and darkness to get a jump on their shopping lists during Black Friday sales. While Black Friday is always a safety concern for population centers, DeKalb Sgt. James McDougall...
I love the feeling I get at this time of the year: thankfulness for family, friends and life. Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate all the joys of life with the ones who matter the most to you. After finishing the last bite of pumpkin pie, it’s officially...
Christiana Salazar used to ride Huskie Bus route seven when it ran every half hour from the Holmes Student Center to Walmart last year. But now the bus route has changed for all the students who ride it. The pre-physical therapy major can now only reach...
Whether you're a crafty genius or a Halloween classic with your costume this year, finding a store with all the right accessories is a must. For the Crafty Genius: Where: Goodwill, 1037 S. Annie Glidden Road ...
“Always low prices, always,” has been Wal-Mart’s slogan for a long time. The retail giant offers not only low prices, but low wages, according to a new report by the University of California, Berkeley. Wal-Mart pays its employees 14.5 percent...
DeKALB | I really can't believe this is happening. After filing for bankruptcy, Borders will soon be closing its doors for good in DeKalb. Walking in there the other day was really depressing; everything is still pretty much only 20 percent off. I was...
Sitting around a tree festooned with holiday ornaments has long been an image that comes to mind during the holiday season. A variety of local businesses offer live and artificial trees for the holidays. Both Walmart and Target, located at 2300 Sycamore...
It seems that the holiday shopping season begins earlier and earlier, and this year is no exception. With Halloween barely over, stores are already bringing out the Christmas merchandise. Beth Harvey, co-manager at Walmart, 2300 Sycamore Road, said they...
With Halloween approaching fast, those participating in the spooky festivities are scrambling to find a costume that's sure to scare and delight. Kelly Duffy, Factory Card & Party Outlet assistant manager, said the store is set up for the holiday....
Every school has its flaws and things that need a little improvement. So I decided to write down all the things I do and don't like about NIU. Don't get me wrong: I believe NIU is a good school of higher learning, but there needs to be a few minor adjustments.The...
