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NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste checks the status of the incoming snowfall for the northern Illinois region. Farmers plan their deliveries around the harsh weather conditions.

Soy, corn deliveries delayed

By Keisha Howerth | February 5, 2014

The cold weather has caused delays in deliveries for local farmers because of road conditions.Farmers have to deal with winter conditions every year, but this year’s weather is harsher than most due to the recent snow storms.Faivre JP Farms, 7102 Fairview...

A student walks out of the cold and into Davis Hall during class hours Friday. Some faculty had to adjust the dates of what was planned for class.

Weather affects NIU curriculum

By Carlos Galvez | February 4, 2014

After harsh weather caused campus closures Jan. 27 and 28, professors and administrators have concerns about how it will affect their curriculum.In the event of more unplanned days, Paul Palian, Media and Public Relations director, said it will be up...

Pass/fail: NIU takes two days off school, Be cautious of dangerous weather

By Shaz Sheikhali | January 27, 2014

PassAll the Facebook statuses and tweets out there are about the two snow days NIU and a majority of the Chicagoland area have received this lovely week.Having two days off is more perfect than waking up to a sunny morning of birds chirping and Cinderella...

A DeKalb city snowplow clears snow and spreads salt along Lincoln Highway near the DeKalb Police station Wednesday after heavy snowfall.

Snowy weather leads to rising costs for city

By Lark Lewis | January 23, 2014

Bad weather may be more than just an inconvenience; time, work and money goes into making sure the city runs in times of heavy snow and ice.According to news channel KFVS, Illinois spent $12.3 million on labor, equipment and road salt for the bad weather...

Olympics safety worries locals

By Hany Abdel | January 23, 2014

With a little more than two weeks to the Sochi Winter Olympics, students and staff are apprehensive about attending.According to a Jan. 21 article by The Associated Press, there are still about 300,000 tickets left to purchase to attend the Olympics.People...

Frigid weekend up ahead for DeKalb

By Northern Star Staff | January 23, 2014

DeKalbians are going to feel the cold this weekend.Weekend temperatures will peak at 23 degrees Friday, 15 Saturday and in the teens on Sunday.NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste said he expects Friday morning and early afternoon to bring wind gusts of...

More cold, snow to hit DeKalb

By KeAndre Worthy | January 14, 2014

The polar vortex that kept northern Illinois cold last week may come back.NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste said the polar vortex is a low-pressure system that occurs in northern Canada and is an annual phenomenon. Normally, the vortex doesn’t have...

Upcoming temperatures to fall to low ’20s, teens

By Allison Krecek | December 5, 2013

While northern Illinois’ weather has remained at a constant cool lately, temperatures will drop within the next week.NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste said temperature highs will drop into the low ’20s and teens.“There won’t be any snow storms,...

Campus Police

Police warn of winter’s slick roads

By James Green | November 26, 2013

Snow made for slick and dangerous roads Monday, and that trend will continue through winter.NIU Police Chief Tom Phillips said one of the most common bad habits of drivers is not adjusting behaviors for poor conditions.“A lot of people don’t think...

Thanksgiving will bring cold weather

By Ryan Chodora | November 24, 2013

The week may be cold, but Thanksgiving shouldn’t be ruined by bad weather.The week will see highs in the 30’s, and NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste doesn’t expect rain or snow.“Although it will be cold, travelling conditions should be good throughout...

Warmer weather to come in this week

By Lark Lewis | November 18, 2013

Dealing with the cold weather last week will pay off this week when milder weather moves in.The upcoming balmy weather may not last long, but it will be something to look forward to while wandering through the cold.NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste said...

NIU likely to see more rain

By Hany Abdel | November 3, 2013

DeKalb is likely to see more rain in the coming week after a damp weekend.A wet and rainy Thursday afternoon featured students in Halloween costumes, running makeup, umbrellas and “wellies.” Richard Castro, a meteorologist with the National Weather...