The Northern Illinois University women’s cross country team took first place at the Huskie Classic on Friday evening (Sept. 4) […]

The Northern Illinois University Huskies volleyball team (2-3) split its two matches Friday, falling in straight sets to Murray State […]

On Friday, the Huskies began their season on familiar terrain at 6 p.m. on DeKalb’s North 40 Course during the Huskie Classic, taking their very first win at home since the 2020 MAC championship.  Head coach Juan Carrillo was all smiles after the Huskies’ first place finish.  “First win of the season, first win in...

I'm looking forward to celebrating the last big holiday weekend of summer, Labor Day. After that, the Sandwich Fair takes place and with the passing o...

DeKALB – A total of 138,569 automated license plate readers, ALPRs, have been reported by users across the U.S., according to DeFlock. DeFlock is a company that collects user reports of ALPRs. However, according to the same website, 153 cities in the nation have canceled, deactivated or rejected contracts for LPRs and ALPRs as a...

On June 22, the DeKalb City Council held a routine meeting at DeKalb Public Library. Following a 28-minute speech about liberty and America’s 250th anniversary by City Manager Bill Nicklas, Mayor Cohen Barnes said “I almost wish we could just adjourn and end on a high note.” If only, Mayor Barnes. During the public participation...

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DeKalb Police use Flock Safety cameras to scan and log license plates across the city, day and night. Assistant News Editor Lupita Diaz breaks down how the license-plate reading cameras work and what they mean for the DeKalb community. To read more, visit northernstar.info 🎤 ~ Lupita Diaz, Assistant News Editor 🎥 ~ Cayden Wells,...

As Opportunity House celebrates Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Sept. 13–19, the organization is recognizing the dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who […]

Organizations across rural DeKalb County will have the opportunity to secure funding for projects that strengthen communities, enhance local assets, […]