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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.

[PHOTO ESSAY] 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, Senior 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...

In his monthly column, Jonathan Saucedo explores the complexities of everyday decisions and their broader implications on society, inviting readers to reflect on how their choices impact not only their lives but the world around them.

[OPINION] Online holiday shopping is better than in-person shopping

By Jonathan Saucedo, Opinions Editor December 14, 2024

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. December has finally arrived, capturing...

The bright lights of the Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora set the stage for the last First Fridays of the year.

[PHOTO ESSAY] First Fridays: Aurora wraps up the year with a chilly cocoa crawl

By Diego Villafuerte, Reporter December 13, 2024

The wrap-up of the year in downtown Aurora came with chilly temperatures in the twenties. However, the cold did not stop people from gathering to enjoy the final First Fridays event of 2024. Every first...

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