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Northern Illinois boasts a hearty list of recognizable names in film, music, architecture, sports and other areas of interest. In this edition of "In 60 Seconds or Less," we look at 10 famous people who you probably didn't know lived in Illinois.

DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — A new Greyhound route means Northern Illinois University in DeKalb now has service from Chicago. The (DeKalb) Daily Chronicle reports the new route is the only regional public transportation accessible to NIU's DeKalb campus...

The consequences of a lack of a budget in Springfield are beginning to show themselves in DeKalb. According to The Daily Chronicle, construction has stopped on a $27.4 million classroom building at Northern Illinois University. An NIU spokesman says the state's Capital Development Board is fully funding the project, but must now operate under an order from Gov...

Recognize any of these faces? In this edition of "In 60 Seconds or Less" we highlight some famous names and faces who attended Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.

DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — Businesses near Northern Illinois University are expecting a boost in sales when families flood the area for spring graduation. The (DeKalb) Daily Chronicle reports DeKalb will see tens of thousands of visitors during ceremonies next month...

The Insane Inflatable 5K obstacle course is coming to Northern Illinois University in DeKalb on Sept. 19 and you have an opportunity to register at the lowest price.

CHICAGO (AP) — A federal judge in Chicago has refused to toss a 2014 civil rights lawsuit by a former police chief at Northern Illinois University. The (DeKalb) Daily Chronicle reports Friday's ruling against the DeKalb school means Donald Grady's lawsuit can go forward...

DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — Northern Illinois University's new vice president of administration and finance says maintaining enrollment and making the school competitive are challenges. The (DeKalb) Daily Chronicle reports Alan Phillips will take over the post at the DeKalb school on March 1...

SYCAMORE, Ill. (AP) — The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office says it's saving money by switching to propane-powered squad cars. Sheriff Roger Scott announced the alternative fuel pilot program on Monday, and says six converted Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs have been running on propane since Thanksgiving week...