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NIU 19, Holy Cross 17: 5 observations from season-opening victory

NIU trailed Holy Cross in the fourth quarter, but Dev'ion Reynolds returned a kickoff 96 yards for a touchdown, had its offense wake up at the right time despite an injury to starting quarterback Josh Holst and beat the Crusaders 19-17.

By Eddie Carifio●

Photos: DeKalb, Sycamore football square off in FNBO Challenge

The Sycamore and DeKalb football teams opened their 2025 seasons with the annual FNBO Challenge Friday night in Huskie Stadium at Northern Illinois University.

By Mark Busch ●

NIU vs. Holy Cross: 3 things to know heading into Saturday’s opener

NIU’s final season in the Mid-American Conference and quest for a third straight bowl win kicks off at 1 p.m. Saturday against Holy Cross at Huskie Stadium.

By Eddie Carifio●

Photos: DeKalb city clerk Bradley Hoey discusses first 100 days in office

DeKalb city clerk Bradley Hoey talks about his first 100 days on the job.

By Mark Busch ●

Photos: Ken Spears Construction celebrates 50 years in business

Greg Spears, Ken Spears Construction president, and his parents and company founders, Ken and Kathy Spears sat down to talk about the businesses 50 years in DeKalb County.

By Mark Busch ●