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There are many candies distributed on Halloween, but only a few actually delight trick-or-treaters.
Top 5 Halloween candies
There is no denying Justin Timberlake has garnered millions of fans worldwide - one look at his Spotify numbers confirms his success. But which songs can truly be considered his "best"?
Top 5 Justin Timberlake songs
Alice Phoebe Lou is one of numerous artists who deserve more recognition for the artistry they create. (Photo illustration created by Dex Vazquez using an image by Schorle via Wikimedia Commons)
Top 5 music artists who need more recognition
Celebrities have a wealth of disposable income, and are often inclined to spend it on flash vehicles. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using image by Pixabay via Pexels)
Top 5 celebrity cars
The Crispy Chicken Sandwich at J Beez Fast Food in Carol Stream is a top choice for lunch or dinner.
The quaint favorite of Carol Stream
By Eshan Amir, Senior Reporter • September 14, 2024

J Beez Fast Food, 976 W Army Trail Rd., Carol Stream, IL 60188, (630) 855-5054), Appetizers $6-10; Entrees $11-17; Wraps $8-11. Tucked away...

Vlogs are back for the 2024-25 school year: check out our latest under the multimedia tab.
[VLOG] Forever Yogurt: A great date spot
By Elvis Garcia, Reporter • September 13, 2024

A mochi donut is a hybrid dessert that combines elements of traditional American donuts with mochi, a Japanese rice cake. Mochi donuts are often shaped like rings made up of small, connected dough balls, making them easy to tear apart and share. (Photo courtesy of Deepthi Clicks via Unsplash)
Mochii Donut offers bold flavors
By Maribel Dominguez, Reporter • September 5, 2024

Mochii Donut, 2704 E. Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174, (630-385-9998), Drinks (Boba) $5-12; Donuts $3-7; Corn Dogs $9-12.     Mochii...

The main meals ordered were the Barbecue Bacon Burger and the West Chicago Club sandwich.
A hidden local gem: Good Morning Family Restaurant
By Fernando Arroyo Garcia, Photo Editor • August 26, 2024

Good Morning Family Restaurant, 116 Main St., West Chicago, IL 60185 (630.520.0742) Breakfast items $13-$20; Burgers $11.50-$13.50; Pancakes...

Joshua Bassett's first album, "The Golden Years" does not disappoint. (Album cover courtesy of Warner Records)
These are 'The Golden Years' (A review of Joshua Bassett's debut album)
By Ja’Nyah Villa, Senior Reporter • July 26, 2024

After weeks of publicity and teasing, Joshua Bassett's debut album "The Golden Years," was released at 11 p.m. last night. Bassett has...

Courtesy of Warner Records
'Dancing With Tears In My Eyes' shows promise for upcoming album
By Ja’Nyah Villa, Senior Reporter • July 5, 2024

Joshua Bassett teases his new album with the single "Dancing With Tears In My Eyes", released on June 27.  After ghosting the internet...

The album cover for Eilish's third compilation, "HIT ME HARD AND SOFT." (Photo courtesy of Darkroom/Interscope Records)
Eilish's 'HIT ME HARD AND SOFT' displays powerful lyricism
By Sami Moesch, Senior Reporter • May 27, 2024

  Billie Eilish, a young singer who rose to fame just at 15 with her single "Ocean Eyes", slowly gained more attention over the years...

The old Nickelodeon logo was on a cartoon foot, it has since been changed.
Downhearted documentary "Quiet on Set" shows sad allegations
By Mariah Varnado, Senior Reporter • May 21, 2024

“Quiet on Set” is a new documentary speaking out on the grim side of kids’ TV; the production was released in mid-March of this year....

Joshua Bassett's "The Golden Years," does not disappoint! (Photo creds Warner Records)
Review: The Golden Years
By Ja’Nyah Villa, Senior Reporter • May 17, 2024

After disappearing from the public eye for a year, singer/songwriter Joshua Bassett released a new single last night. After the release...

Morskie Oko restaurant review
Morskie Oko restaurant review
By Emily Ziajor, Multimedia Manager • May 17, 2024

Europe offers many different cuisines for tourists. Poland is a country with a lot of history, architecture, and a good diversity of food....

Kid (played by Dev Patel) prepares for an exhilarating fight in order to avenge his family (Photo courtesy of Universal).
"Monkey Man": Netflix reject turned sleeper hit
By Eshan Amir, Senior Reporter • May 2, 2024

★★★★ A decade in the making, Dev Patel made both his action hero and director dreams into reality with "Monkey Man", released on April...

During the youth era of the film, characters Art and Tashi discuss an upcoming college tennis match (Photo courtesy of IMDB).
"Challengers": An ace of a film
By Michael Birdsell, Reviews Editor • April 30, 2024

★★★★ With a story written by newcomer Justin Kuritzkes and direction from Luca Guadagnino, "Challengers" premiered in theaters April...

The cover art for "Cold Visions" features an abstract image of Bladee with countless details on closer inspection, similar to projects like "Working on Dying" and "Icedancer" (Photo courtesy of RateYourMusic).
"Cold Visions" and the brilliant comeback of Evil Bladee
By Michael Birdsell, Reviews Editor • April 28, 2024

★★★★★ On April 23, Swedish rapper, producer, designer, model and musical innovater Bladee, teased and surprised released his sixth...

The cover art for Taylor Swift's latest album possibly alludes to her past relationship with Joe Alwyn (Photo courtesy of RateYourMusic).
The Tortured Poet's Department is fresh out the slammer
By Miley Pegg, Content Specialist • April 22, 2024

    "The Tortured Poets Department" was released on April 19, 2024 written solely by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and Aaron...

Huddled together, the winning McFarland High sSchool cross country team celebrates their victory (Photo courtesy of Disney).
The victory lap that is "McFarland USA"
By Diana Mackintos, Reporter • April 20, 2024

    McFarland High School and the people who lived within McFarland, California, needed a change. Poverty overtook the place,...

Jolly rancher lollipops come in four different flavors: green apple, watermelon, cherry and pink lemonade.
The not so jolly Jolly Rancher lollipops
By Osmar Vilchiz, Marcos Marcos-Minor, and Giselle Suarez April 15, 2024

On a chilly day in late October a hand dumps a fist full of candy into a pumpkin bowl - one sticks out with its bright red and flashing orange...

There is only one stick in the mini Kit Kat bar.
Head-to-head: Kit Kat bars
By Mariah Varnado and Juliet Payton April 12, 2024

The album cover for Cowboy Carter features Beyonce on a white horse in full patriotic display. (Courtesy of Columbia Records)
Beyoncé redefines a genre with 'COWBOY CARTER'
By Karidja Monjolo, Managing Editor • April 11, 2024

    The highly anticipated "COWBOY CARTER" was finally released on March 31, and with this album, Beyoncé has completely...

The Wiant House is a historic building in West Chicago; renovating the building for the bakeshop took over a year.
West Chicago’s newest bake shop hits all the right “notes”
By Melanie Ballines, Reporter • April 4, 2024

    Cocoa Notes Bakeshop, 151 W Washington St. West Chicago, Illinois 60185 (630.412.1787). Pastries $3-$4; Drinks $2-$3. For...

Familiar faces are back for "Kung Fu Panda 4" which hit theaters this spring. (Photo courtesy of Universal Pictures)
"Kung Fu Panda" kicks back for a fourth time
By Adam Mackovic, Reporter • March 31, 2024

On March 8, DreamWorks Animations pushed their much anticipated “Kung Fu Panda 4” movie into theaters after fans did not hear from the...

The glow serum is a golden color with a dewy, glossy consistency.
Glow serum from Beauty of Joseon lives up to its name
By Shee Nay Paw, Reporter • March 29, 2024

Tired of huge pores and skin inflammation, but cannot find anything to fix the issues? Give the Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum a chance: it...

 The "Forever" album cover (Courtesy of  Kahan's website).
Noah Kahan releases a new iteration of his debut album "Stick Season"
By Miley Pegg, Content Specialist • March 21, 2024

    Post Malone, Lizzy McAlpine. Kacey Musgraves, Hozier, Gracie Abrams, Sam Fender, Brandi Carlile, and Gregory Alan...

The cover art for 'Psykos" features an introspective frog near a dark alleyway, which  could relate to the album's themes of longing and surrealism (Photo courtesy of Rate Your Music).
"Psykos": A much welcomed left turn from long time collaborators
By Michael Birdsell, Reviews Editor • March 19, 2024

    Cloud rap extraordinaires Bladee and Yung Lean released their unexpected yet highly anticipated collaborative album “Psykos”...

Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) and Chani (Zendaya) share an intimate moment on the dunes of Arrakis (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures).
“Dune: Part Two” arrives as new messiah of modern science fiction
By Ryley Salazar, Reporter • March 17, 2024

    Nearly 3 years after the abrupt and controversial ending its predecessor left behind, audiences are sent back to Arrakis...

The lip butter balm comes in eight different colors that are all vanilla flavored.
Viral Summer Fridays lip balm is a must-purchase
By Sami Moesch, Senior Reporter • March 12, 2024

Imagine a Friday in the scourging heat of the summer; laying on the beach with an iced cold lemonade. The warmth of the sun shining on the...

The burger from Au Cheval in Chicago is plump, juicy, and tasty.
[VLOG] Au Cheval: American egg-cellence
By Dhanveer Gill and Michael Birdsell March 10, 2024

The Höss family's garden captured in darkness just so happens to be the film's primary promotional image (Photo courtesy of A24).
Seeing isn't believing in 'The Zone of Interest'
By Eshan Amir, Senior Reporter • March 4, 2024

    The Hösses have the ideal life – family, friends, wealth, and the house of their dreams. There's just one small detail...

The iconic packaging of HARIBO Goldbears, considered the #1 gummy in America, based on IRI sales data.
HARIBO Goldbears live up to the hype
By Elvis Garcia, Antos Kumar, Alyssa Apostoli, Jayden Lang, Ivon Garcia, and Julisa Munguia March 2, 2024

  Hershey's chocolate bars. Lifesavers. Snickers. Dots. Sour Patch Kids. Kit Kats. Jolly Ranchers. Milky Way bars. All good candies,...

Capri-Sun is a favorite among high school students and younger children.
Artificial tropical flavors and lackluster packaging can't top the popularity of this childhood staple
By Leo Mendez, Ryley Salazar, Affaan Aleem, Ayline Montoya Ramirez, and Diana Mackintos February 28, 2024

  On a scorching hot day, there is nothing more refreshing than Capri-Sun; however, decades after its initial release, the iconic...

The album cover for "VULTURES 1" features a masked Kanye West alongside his scantily clad wife Bianca Censori (Album cover courtesy of Label Engine; photo has been altered by Ryley Salazar to fit the Wildcat Chronicle's policy regarding nudity).
Head-to-Head: Mixed reviews for "Vultures 1" by ¥$
By Lucas Brown and Ryley Salazar February 28, 2024

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