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El recién electo alcalde de West Chicago, Daniel Bovey, participa en un foro de candidatos el 18 de marzo, donde debatió con el actual alcalde Ruben Pineda y el también candidato Joseph Sheehan.
West Chicago ha elegido a su nuevo alcalde
El cambio llega a West Chicago: Daniel Bovey fue elegido alcalde el 1 de abril, derrotando en una contienda reñida al actual alcalde Ruben Pineda, quien ocupaba el cargo desde hace años.
By Ruby Guerrero, Editor-in-Training • April 2, 2025
Daniel Bovey at his mayoral campaign announcement back in late November when he first publicly announced his run for mayor.
West Chicago has elected its new mayor
By Ruby Guerrero, Editor-in-Training • April 2, 2025
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During exam season, students often overexert themselves - especially those in more demanding classes. For many honors students, this pressure builds over time and leads to burnout. (Photo illustration created by Ruby Guerrero using an image she took, Canva, and logos sourced from Harvard University and New York University via Wikimedia Commons)
More than grades: The pressure and expectations honors students face
Being labeled an “honors student” can come with prestige - but also pressure, stress, and outsized expectations. For many, it raises the question: is it really worth it?
By Ruby Guerrero, Editor-in-Training • April 7, 2025
Senior Ava Pientanza grins beside her car in the forbidden Area B, clearly unfazed by rules, consequences, or the outrage of educators everywhere.
The unbelievable act of Ava Pientanza
Ava Pientanza woke up and chose chaos, boldly taking a teacher’s parking spot, earning backlash from peers - and the disapproval of her English teacher.
By Jonathan Saucedo, Opinions Editor • April 1, 2025
To inspire students interests and support different hobbies, students were given activities and experiences during Snowball.
Why we keep quitting hobbies – and what it means
Over time, many people have picked up hobbies only to abandon them just as quickly. This cycle of excitement followed by disinterest - known as hobby-hopping - may seem harmless, but it can have deeper implications for personal growth, mental health, and identity.
By Gabriella Castro, Senior Reporter • March 27, 2025
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WTW WEGO?
wtw WEGO? March 7, 2025
Senior Itzel Nunez takes in an art museum - whether music or paintings, Nunez appreciates the artistry all around her. (Photo courtesy of Itzel Nunez)
Humans of WEGO: The metalhead with a melodic soul
By Dex Vazquez, Reporter • April 3, 2025
A disco ball provides additional atmosphere during the band concert on March 5 in the auditorium.
[SLIDESHOW] Winter band concert lights up the stage
By Wilbur Cooper, Reporter • March 12, 2025
A muted volume icon on a screen represents the absence of sound, reinforcing the theme that silence can be just as powerful as noise.
[PHOTO ESSAY] Not everything has to be loud
By Addison Jeffery, Reporter • March 8, 2025
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[VIDEO] The rise of AI: Help or hindrance in education?
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CURRENT PLAYLIST
Instagram post regarding Ye's controversial appearance at the Grammy's
[OPINION] “I miss the old Kanye”
By Sam Suarez, Senior Reporter • April 8, 2025
[VLOG] Trying Kura Revolving Sushi for the first time: 15 plates, mochi, and a Pikmin prize
By Brayden Alderton and Logan Reed March 31, 2025
Chicago is a mecca for fun with its world-class museums, beautiful beaches, and great food. (Photo illustration created by Wildcat Chronicle Staff using royalty-free image by Chait Goli via Pexels)
Top 5 things to do in Chicago
By Andrew Cortez, Cris Correa, Gavin Dyer, Alex Garcia, and Rocky Nicoski-Rios April 3, 2025
UPCOMING SPORTS
WCCHS
Lake Park
Apr 12 /9:00 AM / BOYS' TENNIS - JV
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Lake Park
Apr 12 /9:00 AM / BOYS' TENNIS - VARSITY
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St. Charles East Invite
Apr 12 /8:30 AM / BOYS' VOLLEYBALL - VARSITY
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Wheaton North Invite
Apr 12 /9:00 AM / BADMINTON - VARSITY
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Plainfield North Invite
Apr 12 /8:00 AM / BADMINTON - FROSH/SOPH
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