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By Christopher Hosken

DeKalb, IL – Analysts with the credit rating service Moody's recently reaffirmed Northern Illinois University's A-2 score. On a 21-notch scale, N-I-U's A-2 is the sixth best and considered a good rating. W-N-I-J's Christopher Hosken picked over Moody's report and then spoke with one of its' many authors, N-I-U's main finance and facilities operations person, Bob Albanese.

By Christopher Hosken

DeKalb, IL – In recent months, conversation about the pair of proton treatment centers being built in DuPage county has shifted. Before, talk was of bulldozers, financing, and which of the two would be finished first. But today, it's all about the state board overseeing the projects. WNIJ's Christopher Hosken explains why.

By Guy Stephens

Rochelle, Il – This school year, the Rochelle Township High School Choir had to learn more than just the notes on the page. As WNIJ's Guy Stephens reports, the May 12th concert was the culmination of a year-long collaborative effort among students and faculty.

By Dan Klefstad

DeKalb, IL – Dennis Cesarotti teaches disaster preparedness at NIU. He also helped Chicago's public health department plan for a bird flu pandemic. Cesarotti tells WNIJ's Dan Klefstad that Chicago's plan will help it cope with any flu pandemic, including H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu).

By Susan Stephens

DeKalb, IL – "Donate Life" Month is almost over, but organ donation proponents haven't given up yet. In DeKalb this week, ceremonies were held at NIU, Kishwaukee Hospital, and the drivers license facility to honor people who have pledged to donate their organs. WNIJ's Susan Stephens reports.