Ceramics and culinary students will join forces to host their second annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on Nov. 16 from 3:30-5...
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Who am I? All throughout high school, this question rattles in the back of students’ heads as they walk down...
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The white clapboard Homestead house received some much-needed attention as veterans and their families came together as part of the...
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In the past few years, large retail chains have experienced an increase in theft, severely cutting into profits. Target, for...
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The crowd observed the stage as soloists sang under the beaming lights, the Choraliers harmonized to the beat, and the...
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To postpone the looming government shutdown for another 45 days, Congress signed a bill on Oct. 1 that would temporarily...
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For the first time in American history, a past president has been indicted on felony charges – with charges coming...
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The Chicago Bears started their season 0-4, before finally beating the Washington Commanders on Thursday Night Football. That win was...
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If each year’s new additions to the Merriam-Webster dictionary — such as “pumpkin spice” and “oat milk” – tell us...
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A person’s “identity” is a blend of many factors – some factors that are a matter of chance or choice...
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The Case of True Crime
By Teagan O.
/ October 26, 2022
With shows, movies, books and podcasts dedicated to retelling the stories of serial killers, kidnappers, gang leaders and other violent...
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Candy, Costumes, and Constrictions?
By Michelle K,
/ October 26, 2022
Wearing Minnie Mouse ears, Batman capes, or a bedsheet for a ghost, trick-or-treating is often thought to be entertainment for...
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Fixing What’s Broken
By Jris D.
/ October 26, 2022
Up and down a scale of seashells and across the golden pillars of Atlantica, The Little Mermaid makes a reappearance...
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Ignorance is Bliss
By Salma H.
/ October 26, 2022
When most Americans buy overpriced tickets to go watch the latest movie, the last thing they want is a history...
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Boys Race to Conference
By admin
/ May 18, 2022
By Joey B. / The boys track and field team is getting ready for Conference at Niles North High School....
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The Problem with College Admissions
By admin
/ May 18, 2022
By Nikhil N. College is a requirement to get a good job. At least, that’s what we’ve been told our...
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How Childhood Books Impact our Adult Lives
By admin
/ May 18, 2022
By Damira B. As we grow up, some of our favorite book series become embedded into our personal lives through...
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Community-Wide Plastic Bag Drive
By Abby W.
/ February 25, 2022
By Abby W., in-depth reporter Clean Up Give Back, a local non-profit environmental group is hosting a clean-up challenge...
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Student Scientists Honored for Service and Achievement
By Anna T.
/ February 25, 2022
By Anna T., news reporter A celebration of the work they’ve put in and their love of science, Science National...
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Social Science Classes Restructured for the Masses
By Mohnish S.
/ December 2, 2021
Amidst the waves of change overtaking West, a new financial literacy course will be offered to juniors and seniors, and...
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Bomb threat leads to school evacuation
By Clare O.
/ November 30, 2021
After receiving an emergency alert shortly after 1:45 p.m. today, teachers evacuated their classes from the building, with students pouring...
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Jingle Ball is Back in Business
By Montana Walker
/ November 23, 2021
Featuring a lineup of multiple famous artists, the Jingle Ball is an annual winter concert hosted by Chicagoland’s popular radio...
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Our Staff’s Fall Recipes
By Monisa Y.
/ November 17, 2021
As the reality, and the weather, sets in with colder temperatures and golden brown leaves, many see this new season...
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West’s Got Talent
By Kyra H.
/ November 3, 2021
Including singing, dancing, magic and more, Maine West students will showcase their skill and talents this week on stage. The...
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Reflecting on a School Year with Covid-19
By Lena P.
/ May 14, 2021
Challenging. It may be the simplest way to word how Maine West students felt about the...
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The new field house brings new possibilities
By Hana D. Natalya B. Stephanie K.
/ May 12, 2021
Written by Hana Dempsey, Natalya Badish, and Stephanie Kambourov
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Apathy to Empathy
By Jenna D.
/ May 3, 2021
January 9 : Evanston, IL. January 15: Indianapolis, IN. February 2: Muskogee, OK. March 13: Indianapolis, IN. March 16: Atlanta,...
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A look at the local businesses of Des Plaines
By admin
/ April 30, 2021
Written by Sariff Alviso, Natalya Badish, and Stephanie Kambourov
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