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Imperfections in sewing, such as pictured above, are common in clothing bought off fast fashion sites including Shein and Temu, although customers are willing to brush these errors off due to the price they pay.

Cheap comes with a cost: the dangers of fast fashion

By Aly Dusing, Editor-in-Training May 7, 2025

Low-quality fabric. Loose stitching. Untrue to size. Lost items. Excessive amounts of plastic. Searching for trendy outfits without burning a hole in their pockets, these are some of the things shoppers...

Two plush Easter bunnies sit in a patch of spring greenery, flanked by pastel pink eggs and a sign reading "Bunny Bait: Fresh Carrots." This playful display reflects how Easter has evolved from ancient fertility celebrations to a modern blend of traditions, combining symbols of renewal, family, and joy.

Genesis of Easter

By Fernando Calvillo-Morales, Multimedia Content Creator April 16, 2025

As April unfolds, Easter takes center stage, blending ancient traditions with modern celebrations. Though often associated with egg hunts, chocolate bunnies, and (depending on one’s faith) the resurrection...

[OPINION] Subtract the hate, add the value: In defense of math

[OPINION] Subtract the hate, add the value: In defense of math

By Alina Procopio, Reporter April 12, 2025

Alina Procopio is a one-year member of the Wildcat Chronicle. The views expressed in this opinion article are her own. Adding. Subtracting. Equations. Fractions. Reactions to math are mixed - some...

As of recent years, many alleged influencers and or celebrities have been accused of engaging inappropriate behavior. Some being worse than others but the consequences haven’t been as dire as others, why?

[EDITORIAL] Celebrity exposure reveals hypocrisy

By Wildcat Chronicle Staff March 24, 2025

In recent years, people have grown increasingly concerned about the behavior of well-known celebrities who have been accused of misconduct. Many opinions have circulated online, and in some cases, it has...

Students aren't taking advantage of the make-up's that're given to them, which proves to be a problem for students grades.

[OPINION] Makeups for PE are not the worst thing in the world

By Jonathan Saucedo, Opinions Editor March 14, 2025

Opinions Editor Jonathan Saucedo is a three-year member of the Wildcat Chronicle who frequently writes opinion pieces. The views expressed in this piece are his own. Let’s use a student as an example....

Simple interactions in someone's life such as sharing a laugh with a friend have the power to make or break their well-being, as well as those around them.

No more fake smiling: the scientific pursuit of happiness

By Aly Dusing, Editor-in-Training March 4, 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded that 38.4 million Americans live with diabetes. The United States Census Bureau reports that 36.8 million live in poverty. Meanwhile, Worldometer...

How to avoid remaining single in high school

How to avoid remaining single in high school

By Miley Pegg, Content Specialist February 14, 2025

Coming from personal experience, the number is more than five, but not quite double digits...yet. Some people are serial daters, not sure why, and no one sets out to be a player, things just happen. Love...

[OPINION] Valentine’s Day is a capitalist scam, but buying gifts for love is not

[OPINION] Valentine’s Day is a capitalist scam, but buying gifts for love is not

By Jonathan Saucedo, Opinions Editor February 13, 2025

Valentine’s Day arrives, and couples and friends flock to stores to shop for treats and flowers - some of which are actually real. Major brands proudly display their Valentine's Day “essentials,”...

Marissa Janiszewski and her husband perform with the Chicagoland Educators Orchestra at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, December 2024. (Photo courtesy of Marissa Janiszewski)

Humans of WEGO: In tune with her passion

By Diana Mackintos, Reporter February 7, 2025

Between crafting cozy crocheted hats for her students and leading the WCCHS marching band, band director Marissa Janiszewski—better known as Miss J.—channels her love for music and teaching into every...

Trader Joe's Chocolate Lava Cakes offer a volcanic ganache explosion

Trader Joe’s Chocolate Lava Cakes offer a volcanic ganache explosion

By Emily Barrera, Emyreth Barrera, and Finn Gallagher February 6, 2025

With the cold weather reaching negative-degree temperatures, Trader Joe’s Chocolate Lava Cake offers a warm baked treat for any chilly day. The lava cakes are filled with a rich, creamy chocolate...

A member of the Drone Club from last year practicing their skills by flying drones through an obstacle course they designed.

WEGO Drone Club: Incoming!

By Romeo Alfaro, Senior Reporter February 4, 2025

Drone Club is “flying” its way back into WEGO this mid-February after last years original team members leaving as well as the departure of its former sponsor. But under the leadership of new club president,...

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