NEIU Independent

INTERVIEW: Joyous Wolf talks debut EP, brotherhood in music

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 29, 2020

Over the past decade, novelty in rock has stagnated. While yesteryear’s superstars continue to sell out stadium tours, today’s most promising acts compete for scarce exposure. Fans gravitate toward...

Like Machines talks social commentary, state of rock music

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 29, 2020

Like Machines use their bold, imposing brand of hard rock to investigate society's most persistent issues. Comprised of vocalist Andrew Evans, bassist Tanner Hendon and drummer Cheney Brannon, the Atlanta...

September Mourning talks new EP, bringing fantasy to life

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 29, 2020

Transmedia project September Mourning uses their unique brand of heavy metal to fuse the inventiveness of comic books with the calamity of gothic metal. Fronted by vocalist Emily “September” Lazar,...

“Mighty Ducks” star arrested for burglary while allegedly high on meth

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 28, 2020

41-year-old Shaun Weiss, best known for playing Goldberg in the "Mighty Ducks" series, was arrested in Marysville, Calif. Sunday for residential burglary and being under the influence of a controlled,...

Samoa Joe, not Kevin Owens, should be the top face on Raw

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 28, 2020

Alongside Kevin Owens, Samoa Joe is currently embroiled in a feud against Seth Rollins, Buddy Murphy and the AOP. In a rivalry that initially began as an engine to propel Owens up the babyface ranks following...

Students required to update immunization records

Amina Murati, Writer • January 28, 2020

Student Health Services wants to get the attention of the student body regarding vaccination. The Independent previously covered what students need to know when it comes to their immunization records....

NEIU holds vigil for the victims of Flight PS752

Diane Bou Khalil, Writer • January 28, 2020

Northeastern Illinois University honored the 176 victims of Ukranian Flight PS752, shot down by the Iranian military on Jan. 8, with a public vigil inside Alumni Hall on Jan. 14. Hosted by Dr. Mateo Farzanah,...

NEIU’s Flamin’ Hot Goodwin Series

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 28, 2020

Northeastern Illinois University announced Richard P. Montanez, the founder of the Flamin’ Hot line of snack products, as the guest speaker for the 2020 Daniel L. Goodwin Distinguished Lecture Series...

NPB hosts mix and mingle event

Amina Murati, Writer • January 28, 2020

For students looking to meet new people and make new friends, NEIU’s Programing Board (NPB) had its first Mix and Mingle event on Jan. 23 in Alumni Hall. NPB hosted their speed dating event, allowing...

Second confirmed U.S. coronavirus case in Chicago

Earnest Beeson, Writer • January 28, 2020

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed the second case of the coronavirus in the United States. The patient, a woman in her 60s, returned to Chicago from Wuhan, China, on Jan. 13. According...

WWE Royal Rumble grades and analysis

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 26, 2020

United States Championship: Andrade (c) vs. Humberto Carrillo Highlights: Andrade counters Carrillo's springboard arm drag by slamming Carrillo into the mat Carrillo executes a picture-perfect...

Kobe Bryant, daughter dead in helicopter crash

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • January 26, 2020

According to reports, NBA legend Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash Sunday morning in Calabasas, Ca. As first reported by TMZ, Bryant was traveling with four others in his private helicopter. However,...