Megann Horstead

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Here’s who raised the most money in the DeKalb mayoral race

1 week ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – Some candidates running for DeKalb mayor in the consolidated election this spring raised more campaign dollars than others, according to new campaign spending records recently released by the Illinois State Board of Elections. Under state law, any individual or political committee receiving or spending campaign contributions of at least $5,000 over the course of the year is required to report them to the State Board of Elections.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in DeKalb returns at new spot in 2025

1 week ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – Organizers behind DeKalb's free Cinco de Mayo celebration are planning to bring all the food, fun and entertainment back for the third year in a row. Festivities will take place from noon to 8 p.m. May 4 in Frank Van Buer Plaza in the city’s downtown. Previously, the event shut down portions of Lincoln Highway.
19 NIU students to showcase creative works

1 week ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – A reception for senior capstone projects highlighting the creative works of graduating Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science students in Northern Illinois University’s School of Art and Design is fast approaching. On April 17, the public is invited to get to know the 19 creatives behind the 140 artworks on display in the exhibit. The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Jack Olson Gallery, 330 Gilbert Drive, DeKalb. Light refreshments will be available.
Improvements to historic Hired Man’s House in DeKalb could be completed this summer

1 week ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – After the relocation of the historic Hired Man’s House from Sycamore to DeKalb last fall, project leaders said building improvements were in order and are expected to be completed in the coming months. On Saturday, Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County was joined during a build by a group of volunteers from Northern Illinois University and its women’s basketball team. “It’s amazing, and it’s very critical for us,” said Sheri Kosmoa, president at Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County.
DeKalb apartment tenants without hot water Monday, city says. Here’s what we know

1 week ago | shawlocal.com | Kelsey Rettke |Megann Horstead

DeKALB – Residents in one of DeKalb’s largest rental buildings are without hot water Monday, according to a news release from the city. City officials as of about 11:30 a.m. estimated hot water would be restored by the end of the business day Monday to The Terraces of DeKalb, 1100 W. Lincoln Highway, formerly Lincoln Tower. “Landlords are required by City code to provide residents with hot water,” City officials wrote in a news release.
Vacant DeKalb Grove Street building could be ‘good retail location,’ owner says

2 weeks ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – A DeKalb panel is preliminarily backing plans to rezone a Grove Street building that once housed an ATV seller, in hopes of helping the building’s owner market the vacant space for new business. The former home of Whizzer Fun Inc., 209 Grove St., was the subject of discussion this week as city officials look to grow downtown development opportunities.
US ‘alarmed’ after NIU alum arrested in Thailand, charged with insulting Thai monarchy

2 weeks ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – An American political science scholar has been arrested and charged in Thailand with insulting the Thai monarchy, the U.S. Department of State announced. Paul Chambers, 58, a Northern Illinois University alum from Oklahoma, was jailed on Tuesday pending trial, The Associated Press reported. If convicted he could face up to 15 years in prison. The U.S. government said it was “alarmed” by Chambers’ arrest, according to a statement released Tuesday.
DeKalb shelter helps survivors of sexual violence Take Back the Night

2 weeks ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, Zayden Rudd knows all too well about the trauma and pain that comes with it. Not knowing initially how to make sense of his struggles, the DeKalb resident said he began to learn that his battle with depression and anxiety was actually better defined as complex post-traumatic stress disorder.
Barb STEAMCon celebrates hands-on learning in DeKalb schools

2 weeks ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – Barb STEAMCon, an event meant to celebrate all things science, technology, engineering, art and math, made its return Saturday to DeKalb High School after the COVID-19 pandemic prompted its hiatus. Jenna Zimmerman, student representative for the DeKalb School District 428 board who helped organize the event, said it meant a lot to her to see the way Barb STEAMCon has become a reality.
Reality Bytes Student Film Festival to spotlight international films in DeKalb

2 weeks ago | shawlocal.com | Megann Horstead

DeKALB – The return of the Reality Bytes Student Film Festival on April 15 and 16 in DeKalb will feature more than 20 different international films, organizers said. With genres running the gambit from comedies and dramas, to animations and documentaries, organizers said there’s bound to be something for everyone to enjoy.