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The poster for "Spaceman," with an astronaut/cosmonaut walking in the water. (Photo courtesy of Netflix)

‘Interstellar’ meets Adam Sandler and a spider in Netflix’s ‘Spaceman’

By Fernando Calvillo-Morales, Multimedia Content Creator December 30, 2024

What does it mean to be truly alone? Netflix’s "Spaceman" dives into this profound question, taking viewers on an emotional journey through the isolation of space and the complexities of the human...

Junior Milly Mora-Zarco is known for his talent as a performer, but now, his sights are set a little higher - toward the blue skies.

Humans of WEGO: Hitting the high notes

By Ryley Salazar, Reporter December 29, 2024

Special thanks to Antwan Angeles for his help with this story. From mariachi to musicals and choir to chamber ensembles, junior Milly Mora-Zarco has become a standout performer at West Chicago Community...

Senior Ramiah McElroy watches as Sabrina Carpenter entertains the crowd in an old-fashioned variety show style.

Sabrina Carpenter’s Christmas Special delivers holiday drip and festive fun

By Mariah Varnado, Senior Reporter December 28, 2024

Blonde hair shining, "Buy Me Presents" starts to play in the background as she walks onto the stage. The roar of cheers and applause grows louder. Sabrina Carpenter, dressed in festive "Santa" red, kicks...

Junior Rylee Finstrom attends a regional dance competition with some of her fellow WCCHS Dance Team members. (Photo courtesy of Rylee Finstrom)

Humans of WEGO: Dancing through life

By Julisa Munguia, Reporter December 27, 2024

Junior Rylee Finstrom is a Wildcat dancer through and through. Having dedicated nearly her entire life to dance, Finstrom combines talent, passion, and commitment both on and off the floor as a member...

Senior Diego Villafuerte models his Nike shoes, a nod to Y2K - though some might argue Nikes are the shoes for all eras.

Drip defines style: How fashion trends like ‘Old Money’ and ‘Y2K’ shape identity

By Adrian Sanchez, Reporter December 26, 2024

Whether one's style is trendy, casual, or sporty, everyone in today’s culture has their own unique fashion sense. Vintage, Old Money, and Y2K styles are at the forefront of modern fashion trends, shaping...

The iconic album cover even inspired a festival with the same general imagery and theme. (Courtesy of Cactus Jack Records and Grand Hustle Records)

Astroworld: Travis Scott’s journey through psychedelic beats and creative flows

By Ryan Zeitler, Reporter December 25, 2024

Houston rapper Travis Scott released his highly anticipated fifth album, Astroworld, on August 3, 2018. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking Scott's second album to achieve...

For the past several years, since the farm fell under new ownership, Sonny Acres has positioned itself as a place where families can make memories year-round.

[PHOTO ESSAY] Christmas magic at Sonny Acres

By Roselyn Quiroz, Reporter December 23, 2024

During the holidays and throughout December, Sonny Acres becomes a winter wonderland. Right at the entrance, visitors immediately smell the lovely scent of marshmallows and hear laughter in the background....

Visitors can enjoy an array of illuminated displays, from majestic reindeer arcs to playful penguins and serene howling wolves.

[SLIDESHOW] Experiencing the holiday lights at Phillips Park Zoo

By Emyreth Barrera, Reporter December 22, 2024

The Phillips Park Zoo in Aurora, Illinois, hosts the 18th Annual Festival of Lights, a captivating drive-thru event featuring a vibrant array of holiday-themed light displays. From tunnels of...

Ornaments on Brianne Ferriero's Christmas tree, which sits upon a counter in her science classroom at West Chicago Community High School from November on.

Christmas in November: Decking the halls ahead of time

By Jasmyn Trigueros, Reporter December 22, 2024

Out with the old and in with the new: Christmas quickly took over November and settled into December. With just a few days remaining before the holiday, some people rush to the shops for last-minute presents,...

Season of giving: WCCHS gives back to community

By Damian Lopez, Reporter December 21, 2024

Features "Jingle Bells - Piano Christmas Carol" via WeVideo

The sun rising in the early morning to kick off the class of 2024's last day in high school.

Trump vows to end daylight saving time

By Thomas Cabrera, Reporter December 18, 2024

The change of clocks, implemented during World War I as an energy-saving measure, remains a yearly routine for most of the United States. However, growing debates question whether daylight saving time...

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