In-person classes and activities were cancelled at Niles North on Feb. 14, due to a lack of safe water after a water main broke at roughly 5:15 a.m. at the intersection of East Prairie Road and Emerson Street. District 219 sent out an email to residents...
When Thomas Moore, superintendent of District 219, announced his district restructuring plan, administrators, teachers, students, and department heads alike shared a wide range of feelings. One of the causes behind this change was the student-to-administrator...
In February, Ross Mathee will host a food drive that aims to collect non-perishable food items and hygiene products for A Just Harvest. Imagine going to sleep at night...
Community and culture are essential to help students build meaningful connections and figure out who they are. Spaces that allow students to interact with others similar to...
I can’t say I was surprised to see Kanye West (now known as Ye) go on another antisemitic social media rant. It didn’t particularly phase me to see another mirage of Jew-hating remarks. What did phase me, however, was...
8 out of 10 Americans experience road rage at least once a year. 82% admit to actually having road rage. Road rage has always been a part of driving. A honk here, a frustrated glance there, minor moments of tension that most...
One evening, I was texting with a friend about the character of Spock from Star Trek. I brought up how he reflected (and didn’t reflect) the experiences of people on the autism spectrum. Thinking about that, I realized...
The 2024-25 season proved to be one of the best for the Boys Bowling team. Throughout the season, the team defeated Niles West once, and Deerfield twice, the same teams as the previous year. Along with the team’s victories,...
In a rematch of their 2023 barnburner, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas Chiefs to claim Super Bowl 59. In a shocking contrast to their last faceoff, the Eagles dominated the Chiefs, running up a 24-0 lead at the...
The Mavericks lost the Luka Doncic trade. That much is non-negotiable. Even if they wind up correct in their long-term assessment of Doncic’s conditioning and commitment woes, this is one trifling haul in return for it....
Click above to hear this episode of Reed's Recs! Hello, Niles North, and welcome to Reed’s Recs! I am Reed Larson-Erf, here to talk to you about everything you never knew you had to find. This week, I’m so happy to have the chance to talk to you about 2017’s The Bye Bye Man, a supernatural horror film directed by Stacy Title. Based on Ron Damon Scheck’s short story, “The Bridge to...
As another Superbowl passes us, so do the commercials that come with it. It’s time to find out whether the 2025 commercials will surpass those of last year. My personal favorite - Instacart This year, Instacart took on its first Super Bowl commercial, and it did not disappoint. The 30-second commercial features classic mascots such as Chester Cheetah, Mr. Clean, the Kool-Aid man,...
This is the first edition of my new column “Next Up”, where I will spotlight new releases by upcoming rappers so you’re in the know on the newest talents. Nino Paid is undeniable. He’s the kind of no-nonsense, powerhouse combination of pure rapping ability and unabashed authenticity that, even in an industry far from a meritocracy, seems bound to rise above his contemporaries. On one of...
What is your name and grade? My name is Tristan Tran, and I'm a junior. What's the most pizza you've ever eaten in a single sitting? Alright,...
Could you tell us your name, your year in school, and your pronouns? My name is Ella Sorkin; I am a senior, and I use she/her pronouns. How...
What is your name, your position, and what are your pronouns? My name is Lenny Sposato, and I am a safety officer for District 219, “mister.” What...
What is your name, position, and your preferred pronouns? My name is Paul Kastner. I teach Sophomore English and American Literature & Composition...
