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The student news site of West Chicago Community High School

Wildcat Chronicle

The student news site of West Chicago Community High School

Wildcat Chronicle

A look at some of the most popular characters on Netflixs Outer Banks series. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff with royalty-free image from Jackie A at Pexels).
Top 5 Outer Banks characters
Top 5 cosmetics to try
Top 5 cosmetics to try
From A Tale of Two Cities to Homegoing: these are the best required novels in English classes at WEGO and around the country. (Photo illustrated created by Wildcat Chronicle staff using royalty-free images from Engin Akyurt and Jess Bailey via Pexels.com)
Top 5 English lit books
Soccer is one of WEGO students favorite past times, and they are fiercely loyal to their top players. (Photo illustration by Wildcat Chronicle staff with royalty-free image from Aphiwat Chuangchoem via Pexels.com)
Top 5 soccer pros
Teens and adults can join a soccer league or take group/individual lessons at TOCA. (Photo shared with permission from TOCA Naperville)
TOCA: where serious soccer players use technology to up their game
By Nathan Sanchez, Reporter • April 18, 2023
The training at TOCA Naperville cannot be beat for those who are serious about soccer.
Don Toliver sits alone in a restaurant in the album cover for Love Sick. The tracklist is featured on the menu behind the neon sign. (Photo credit: rateyourmusic.com)
"Love Sick" is a melodic masterpiece that goes on too long
By Dhanveer Gill, Opinions Editor • April 10, 2023
Don Toliver's latest album has had some time to age, but does it live up to the hype?
This image was posted on the official Outer Banks Instagram to tease “Jiara” fans. (Photo courtesy of Netflix)
Why the latest season of "OBX" sucked
By Ja'Nyah Villa, Reporter • April 8, 2023
The only good aspects of the latest season of "Outer Banks" were the slow-burn "Jiara", Cleo & Pope’s relationship build, and Rafe Cameron.
Digging in to The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
Fake relationships and PhDs = love reaction
By Savannah Epperson, Editor • March 14, 2023
After you pick up "The Love Hypothesis", you won't want to put it down.
The wallflower turned spinster, Ms. Penelope Featherington. (Photo courtesy of Netflix)
Find some romance and scandal in Victorian society
By Savannah Epperson, News Editor • March 14, 2023
"Bridgerton" is a popular Netflix show and book series written by Julia Quinn. This novel is a page-turning, edge of your seat romance that truly captures the spirit of Lady Whistledown.
As the town burns, the girls look on and find peace in the chaos. (Book cover courtesy of Katherine Tegen Books)
Come watch a town burn, stay for revenge
By Savannah Epperson, News Editor • March 2, 2023
We can be heroes is a story of friendship and revenge that empowers women to fight back against a system that victimizes them.
Icebreaker, written by Hannah Grace, is the story of two opposites who come together without compromising their values.
Ice and steam meet in this grumpy/sunshine romance
By Savannah Epperson, News Editor • March 2, 2023
The banter and friendship alone will keep readers smiling through the story.
Puss is back, complete with cape and boots, for another adventure. (Photo courtesy of Dream Works)
"Puss in Boots: The Last Wish" brings nostalgia and fun back to the movies
By Jonathan Saucedo February 1, 2023
"Puss in Boots: The Last Wish" is a must-watch that brings back the fun and heart of the Shrek franchise.
A still from the studios most recent release: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. (Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios)
"Wakanda Forever" a strong sequel
By Fatima Villafuerte January 18, 2023
Marvel's latest Black Panther movie pays tribute to actor Chadwick Boseman, and lifts the franchise into new territory.
The Mexican-style tacos at El Coco Loco, pictured with a glass of horchata.
El Coco Loco a great place to eat in West Chicago
By Santiago Carrillo, Reporter • January 16, 2023
El Coco Loco is a West Chicago institution, but is this familiar restaurant worth the visit?
An abstract image of brakence, who appears to be in some sort of forest. This image also serves as the album cover for “hypochondriac”. (Courtesy of RateYourMusic.com)
“hypochondriac” by brakence: a three-year journey
By Michael Birdsell, Reporter • December 27, 2022
After three years, glitch pop artist brakence releases a new album.
The album cover for “Her Loss” depicts artist Qui Yasuka, and was chosen by Miles McCollum, professionally known as Lil Yachty. Photo credit: rateyourmusic.com
Listening to “Her Loss” was really our loss
By Dhanveer Gill, Reporter • December 13, 2022
Drake and 21 Savage top the charts once again, but does this album deserve a listen?
The interior of the restaurant, with homely orange walls, lights inside glass bottles, balloons and plants completing the picture to make sure the customers feel comfortable
Chupacabra Puerto Rican Kitchen is a cozy place to get cultural food
By Evelyn Herrera, Reporter • October 21, 2022
Reporter Evelyn Herrera gives an in-depth review about the restaurant Chupacabra Puerto Rican Kitchen in Aurora Illinois.
Michelles custom made salad
Poke Bros. are not really your “bros”
By Thania Villagran, Michelle Garcia, and Karidja Monjolo October 14, 2022
Two food lover reporters take on Poke Bros. In our latest food review!
A side-by-side comparison of Level 9 and Level 1 beard styles worn by Arthur Morgan.
The masterpiece classic that keeps shooting back at Western fans’ hearts
By Miguel Garcia, Reporter • October 14, 2022
"Red Dead Redemption 2" is still one of the realistic games on the market.
An employee steps back from the grill at Los Comales on Oct. 12, 2022.
Is Los Comales overhyped? Not if you enjoy good service and drinking the best horchata in town
By Kary Hernandez, Reporter • October 12, 2022
On her first assignment for the Chronicle, Kary Hernandez finds herself at Los Comales, a West Chicago staple.
Reporters Carlos Allen and Anthony Cabrera pictured in front of Scone House Cafe in Winfield in September 2022.
The popular and trending Scone House Café is open for business
By Anthony Cabrera, Carlos Allen, and Karidja Monjolo October 12, 2022
The new and popular Scone House Café makes its way into Winfield, Check out what these two reporters think of the new establishment.
Meshuggah’s Mårten Hagström, Dick Lövgren, Jens Kidman, Fredrik Thordendal, and Tomas Haake, from left to right. We know our limitations, and we also know what we want to do, says Haake. EDVARD HANSSON & BRENDAN BALDWIN*
“Koloss”: the not-so-colossus album by Meshuggah
By Dagoberto Alfaro, Reporter • October 6, 2022
The heavy-metal album Koloss has its faults, but includes enough tracks to keep listeners craving more.
The sweet smell and taste of syrup while getting nicely soaked by the pancakes.
Egg Yolk Cafe offers hundreds of flavors under one roof
By Jetzelli Hernandez, Reporter • September 29, 2022
Reporter Jetzelli Hernandez goes to Egg Yolk Cafe in West Chicago and provides readers with a detailed review of the restaurant.
A layout of the games overworld, pixelated RPG like exploration
Those looking for a happy (yet depressing) story should try “OMORI”
By Jonathan Saucedo and Karidja Monjolo September 28, 2022

    By now, you are probably bored with the video games you have been playing for months on end, and are looking for a new...

Nope movie poster features Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya and Steven Yeun
Is Nope a bad movie, or did you just not get it?
By Karidja Monjolo, Editor • September 27, 2022
"Nope" is currently trending but do the reviews accurately represent the film?
Beige matte Fenty Contour Skinstick with the brands name on the side.
Fenty Beauty's Contour Skinstick is the best in the makeup world
By Icza Huizar, Reporter • May 17, 2022
Icza Huizar gives rave reviews to the Match Stix Contour Skinstick in Fenty Beauty's line.
One of the official Netflix posters for the 2022-released show, All of Us Are Dead.
All of Us Are Dead: a must-watch thriller
By Alondra Romero, Reporter • May 6, 2022
Netflix's Korean thriller All of Us Are Dead features strong character development and visuals.
Rising singer, songwriter and producer, Baby Keem, is just getting started.
The Melodic Blue by Baby Keem: a journey
By Anna Zepeda, Reporter • May 2, 2022
Baby Keem's The Melodic Blue is one of the best rap albums of the year.
The food at Sushi + is fresh and delivered on a rotary belt, making this restaurant a must for anyone in Aurora.
Going to Sushi + is like finding a "soymate"
By Tania Cristobal, Reporter • April 29, 2022
Sushi + is a fun rotary restaurant offering fresh and tasty food that will have customers feeling full.
Disneys Encanto is a delightful family film that will have audiences singing along.
Encanto sings into viewers' hearts
By Jennifer Carvajal-Romero, Reporter • March 25, 2022
Disney's Encanto is a feel-good movie that will have audiences rooting for the entire Madrigal family.
The decor at Gorditas Liselena, as pictured here, is overtly grey and plain.
West Chicago’s Gorditas Liselena not worth hype
By Ida Soeholm Bertram, Reporter • March 25, 2022
The much-hyped Gorditas Liselena restaurant in West Chicago does not earn a rave review due to limited menu options and a lackluster atmosphere.
All seven (soon to be six) members of Black Country, New Road.
Black Country, New Road’s Ants From Up There soars above expectations
By Zach Smith, Reporter • March 18, 2022
Black Country, New Road's latest album sets a new standard for post-rock.
Reporter Alex Carranza shares the good, the bad, and the so-so about Bumper 2 Burger in Aurora.
Worth bumping into, but not a separate trip
By Alex Carranza, Reporter • March 16, 2022
Aurora's Bumper 2 Burger offers a pleasant but run-of-the-mill experience.
The Haunting of Hill House is a spooky must-watch
The Haunting of Hill House is a spooky must-watch
By Alyssa Amabile and Adan Villa March 16, 2022
Are you a fan of creepy shows? Then Netflix's The Haunting of Hill House is certainly worth checking out.
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