North Star News
Niles North High School | Skokie, IL

North Star News
Niles North High School | Skokie, IL

North Star News
Aiden Stanciu

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief & News Editor

Aiden is a senior who serves as the Editor-in-Chief and News Editor of North Star News. Since first joining the staff during his freshman year, he has continued to develop his journalistic skills while gaining a deeper insight into the world around him. Outside the newsroom, his strongest passions include learning foreign languages, writing, listening to/creating music, and spending time with family.

All content by Aiden Stanciu
Since the Mar. 30 data breach that exposed the personal information of 73 million AT&T customers, the company has faced at least 10 class action lawsuits accusing the tech giant of negligence and breach of implied contract.

Widescale AT&T data breach exposes users’ personal information to dark web hackers

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
April 12, 2024
North Star journalists pose in front of the fountain located outside the Westin Kansas City at Crown Center (pictured left to right: Henry Rothenbach, Aiden Stanciu, James Prizant, Griffin Larson-Erf, Reed Larson-Erf, Penelope Roewe, Emily Mathree, Lily Howard, Annie Tumang, Tenzin Choenyi)

North Star journalists dive into success in the City of Fountains at JEA Spring 2024 convention

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
April 12, 2024
Oppenheimer (Christopher Nolan), Poor Things (Yorgos Lanthimos), and The Zone of Interest (Jonathan Glazer) proved to be among the most widely awarded films featured during the 96th Academy Awards ceremony.

96th Academy Awards ceremony promotes open expression, highlights best of 2023 in film

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
March 21, 2024
Neo Balogo, Junior

Neo Balogo, Junior

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
March 21, 2024
According to the verdict ruled by Alabamas Supreme Court, frozen embryos have now legally equated to children regardless of whether or not they are found within the uterus, and those who damage them will be held responsible for their death. 

Alabama Supreme Court rules that frozen embryos are children; halts access to IVF treatments

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
March 8, 2024
Since the United States landed its first human beings on the moon in 1969, the Odysseus spacecrafts return to the lunar surface 55 years later offers a bright glimpse into the potential future of space exploration.

First U.S. moon landing since 1972 cut short after Odysseus spacecraft loses contact with Earth

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
March 8, 2024
After weeks of speculation that Zelensky and Zaluzhnyi were clashing over frontline strategy, the nations top military commander was relieved of his duties, ending uncertainty about his fate.

Zelensky fires Ukrainian military commander Valerii Zaluzhnyi; Oleksandr Syrskyi to serve as replacement

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
February 23, 2024
The Niles North Jazz Band, playing as one collective ensemble, performs during the Oct. 20 Fall Jazz and Strings Concert held in the auditorium.

NN Jazz Band prepares to perform at 2024 Jazz in the Meadows festival

Aiden Stanciu and Ivan Shalaev
February 23, 2024
Over the past three years, the Texas Military Department has spent $11 million placing 70,000 rolls of razor wire along the Texas-Mexico border, most notably in Eagle Pass, which has critically injured migrants attempting to cross the border.

State of Texas defies Supreme Court mandate to remove border security measures

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
February 8, 2024
Poetry Out Loud is a national poetry recitation program that teaches students to appreciate the literary genre through learning, memorization, and performance.

Poetry Out Loud competition showcases art of spoken word literature

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
February 8, 2024
The question of whether or not to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics is one that continues to be debated amid the devastation spurred by the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian conflict.

Russian, Belarusian athletes deserve the right to compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
January 25, 2024
Prior to the infamous Jan. 5 incident, Alaska Airlines was considered to be one of the most reputable and reliable airlines in the aviation industry.

Alaska Airlines passengers sue airline, Boeing after door plug blowout

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
January 25, 2024
Gene editing therapy represents a scientific breakthrough to provide innovative treatment to the 100,000 Americans who suffer from sickle cell disease.

FDA approves first gene editing therapy treatment to cure sickle cell disease

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
December 19, 2023
Tom Neal, German and Spanish teacher

Tom Neal, German and Spanish teacher

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
December 19, 2023
Image courtesy of Jody Trapani

Winter Pep Assembly to uplift NN community through student achievements, featured entertainment

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
December 7, 2023
Image courtesy of Jennifer Page

Collage Concert prepares to captivate audiences with musical collaboration

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
December 7, 2023
For the second time in less than two months, the federal government was forced to pass a temporary stopgap bill to avoid the risk of shutting down its operations.

Senate passes stopgap bill to prevent federal government shutdown

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
November 21, 2023
Pences Oct. 28 decision to suspend his presidential campaign during a speech at the Republican Jewish Coalition gathering in Las Vegas came as a surprise to many.

Former Vice President Mike Pence withdraws 2024 presidential campaign

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
November 9, 2023
51-year-old Mike Johnson was the fourth candidate to be nominated for the Speaker of the House position following McCarthys loss of power (photo attributed to ABC News).

Louisiana Representative Mike Johnson elected as House Speaker

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
October 25, 2023
Graphic created by Aiden Stanciu

Looking toward the future: How Niles North can help students navigate the college application process

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
October 25, 2023
Graphic created by Aiden Stanciu

Jaminski, Shah receive perfect scores on AP Economics exams

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
October 5, 2023
Photo attributed to KWCH

United Auto Workers strike expands influence; draws solidarity from President Biden

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief and News Editor
October 5, 2023
Photo attributed to The New Yorker

Alabama, Florida congressional redistricting proposals rejected by courts

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief & News Editor
September 22, 2023
The state of Florida, in conjunction with the College Board, has worked to censor AP Psychology and AP African American Studies from being taught in its schools after rejecting controversial themes discussed in these courses (Graphic created by Aiden Stanciu).

Let’s amplify voices rather than suppress them: Banning AP classes is unethical

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief
September 15, 2023
The wildfire that raged through Maui burned thousands of acres of land, particularly within the historic town of Lahaina, as it waged destruction upon the Hawaiian island (image attributed to ABC10 News).

Deadly wildfire unleashes destruction on Maui; claims over one hundred lives

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief
September 1, 2023
Promotional poster created for the Director’s Circle production “To Die For”, which premieres on Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. in the Drama Performance Center (image attributed to Niles North Theatre).

Director’s Circle’s latest production is truly “To Die For”

Aiden Stanciu, Editor-in-Chief
September 1, 2023
The exterior of the school was renovated, giving the Main Entrance a clean, new look.

Niles North unveils new three-story addition, library, more improvements

Penelope Roewe and Aiden Stanciu
August 11, 2023
The World Health Organizations decision to end the Covid-19 state of public emergency will bring about several key socioeconomic changes.

World Health Organization ends Covid-19 public health emergency

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
May 19, 2023
James Mahia, Junior

James Mahia, Junior

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
May 19, 2023
A violent succession of shootings have targeted innocent civilians who commit trivial mistakes, instigating debate over establishing boundaries for firearm self defense.

Shootings over simple mistakes call for guidelines in firearm self-defense

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
May 5, 2023
Jacob Angelo Declaro, Senior

Jacob Angelo Declaro, Senior

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
May 5, 2023
Karol G and Uniting Voices Chicago collaborate to perform Mientras Me Curo Del Cora and Tus Gafitas on SNL (Hernandez pictured right with navy green cap and sunglasses)

A Skokie star is born: NN junior Andrea Hernandez performs on SNL alongside Karol G, Uniting Voices Chicago

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
May 5, 2023
Niles North celebrates April Diversity Month

Niles North celebrates April Diversity Month

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
April 19, 2023
John Amaro, EL and Social Studies teacher

John Amaro, EL and Social Studies teacher

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
April 19, 2023
Trump was formally indicted on April 4 as the first former US president to face criminal charges.

Trump becomes first former U.S. president to be criminally indicted

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
April 11, 2023
D219s 2023 Black Teen Summit was held on Tuesday, April 4 at Niles North in the Main Gym.

2023 Black Teen Summit amplifies Black student voices at District 219

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
March 23, 2023
Chicago mayoral runoff candidates, Paul Vallas (pictured left) and Brandon Johnson (pictured right)

Lightfoot loses Chicago mayoral re-election bid

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
March 16, 2023
Griffin Larson-Erf, Sophomore

Griffin Larson-Erf, Sophomore

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
March 16, 2023
Googles Bard and Open AIs ChatGPT are currently two of the most popular AI chatbots available to users - what are the benefits and drawbacks of each?

Bard vs. ChatGPT: Google’s newly developed AI technology presents alternative to popular platform

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
March 2, 2023
Revised AP African American studies course draws criticism

Revised AP African American studies course draws criticism

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
February 16, 2023
Breaking my heart: Are heart rate monitors truly effective?

Breaking my heart: Are heart rate monitors truly effective?

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
February 16, 2023
Spanish Honor Society hosts cinematically immersive movie night, Ladrón que Roba a Ladrón

Spanish Honor Society hosts cinematically immersive movie night, Ladrón que Roba a Ladrón

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
February 2, 2023
Lunar New Year tragedy: Monterrey Park shooting leaves eleven dead, injures nine

Lunar New Year tragedy: Monterrey Park shooting leaves eleven dead, injures nine

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
February 2, 2023
James Cameron’s long awaited sequel Avatar 2: The Way of Water immerses audiences

James Cameron’s long awaited sequel “Avatar 2: The Way of Water” immerses audiences

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
January 20, 2023
The quest for Super Bowl LVII: Wild Card Round defies expectations

The quest for Super Bowl LVII: Wild Card Round defies expectations

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
January 20, 2023
Argentina celebrates after defeating France 4-2 in penalty kicks (3-3 draw).

2022 World Cup showcases soccer’s greatest superstars on global stage

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
December 19, 2022
Trump announces 2024 reelection campaign; Musk reinstates conservative voices on Twitter

Trump announces 2024 reelection campaign; Musk reinstates conservative voices on Twitter

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
December 2, 2022
Spanish Honor Society helps support Central American artists through Pulsera Project

Spanish Honor Society helps support Central American artists through Pulsera Project

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
December 2, 2022
Niles North commemorates francophone culture through French Week 2022

Niles North commemorates francophone culture through French Week 2022

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
November 18, 2022
Elon Musk purchases Twitter; implements strict new workplace culture

Elon Musk purchases Twitter; implements strict new workplace culture

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
November 18, 2022
The right of the press: How restrictive laws continue to suppress media voices today

The right of the press: How restrictive laws continue to suppress media voices today

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
November 2, 2022
American Sign Language Club premieres at Niles North

American Sign Language Club premieres at Niles North

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
October 18, 2022
Kanye West stirs controversy by making antisemitic posts, removed from social media sites

Kanye West stirs controversy by making antisemitic posts, removed from social media sites

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
October 18, 2022
Giorgia Meloni becomes first female right-wing Italian prime minister

Giorgia Meloni becomes first female right-wing Italian prime minister

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
October 5, 2022
Dance Marathon selects 2022-2023 primary beneficiary

Dance Marathon selects 2022-2023 primary beneficiary

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
September 21, 2022
2022 Awards of Distinction Ceremony acknowledges student achievements

2022 Awards of Distinction Ceremony acknowledges student achievements

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
May 13, 2022
Photo credit to Dance Marathon

Dance Marathon ends school year with a groove to celebrate Girl Forward

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
May 13, 2022
5 Tips to Ace 2022 AP Testing

5 Tips to Ace 2022 AP Testing

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
April 29, 2022
2022 Oscars ceremony erupts with controversy

2022 Oscars ceremony erupts with controversy

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
April 15, 2022
How to support humanitarian organizations helping struggling Ukrainian refugees

How to support humanitarian organizations helping struggling Ukrainian refugees

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
March 25, 2022
Russia-Ukraine war devastates millions as conflict continues to rage

Russia-Ukraine war devastates millions as conflict continues to rage

Aiden Stanciu and Maham Haider
March 10, 2022
Biden nominates Ketanji Brown Jackson to be the first Black woman on the Supreme Court

Biden nominates Ketanji Brown Jackson to be the first Black woman on the Supreme Court

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
March 10, 2022
Illinois students to be allowed five excused mental health days per school year

Illinois students to be allowed five excused mental health days per school year

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
February 17, 2022
Illinois prepares to end indoor mask mandate on February 28

Illinois prepares to end indoor mask mandate on February 28

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
February 17, 2022
Image courtesy of Input Mag

SAT goes fully digital in 2024; shortened to save time

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
February 4, 2022
Image courtesy of Arizona Daily Star

Chicago Bears hire new leadership personnel to kick off 2022

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
February 4, 2022
Photo courtesy of Xbox Wire

Microsoft buys Activision for $68 billion

Aiden Stanciu and Stavros Hatzopoulos
January 24, 2022
Image credit: Northern Virginia Magazine

Five movie releases for this summer that you have to check out

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
May 18, 2021
Image credit: AP Today

Biden Administration announces new initiatives to help combat U.S. gun violence

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
April 23, 2021
Image credit: CNN

Dilemma at the border: Record number of unaccompanied migrant children remain in CBP custody

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
March 26, 2021
Image credit: Live Science

The sun still shines: Spring Break activities to try during the pandemic

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
March 26, 2021
Hybrid Learning: What do you think?

Hybrid Learning: What do you think?

Aiden Stanciu, Managing Editor
March 12, 2021
Image credit: CNN

Pawsitively safe: Lady Gaga’s dogs returned unharmed after being kidnapped

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
March 12, 2021
D219 Black History Month: What did you think?

D219 Black History Month: What did you think?

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
February 26, 2021
Image credit: USA Today

Breaking the mold: Sarah Thomas becomes the 1st female referee to officiate a Super Bowl

Aiden Stanciu, News Editor
February 11, 2021
Image credit: MLB.com

Hammerin’ Hank: Baseball Hall of Famer, former home run champion Hank Aaron dies at 86

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
February 3, 2021
New president, new future: The Inauguration of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States

New president, new future: The Inauguration of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
January 26, 2021
Image credit: The New York Times

The history of runoff elections: A brief overview

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
January 14, 2021
Image credit: The San Francisco Chronicle

The latest updates on the race for the COVID-19 vaccine

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
December 18, 2020
NSN Holiday Shout Outs

NSN Holiday Shout Outs

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
December 18, 2020
Image credit: Wide Open Country

Six things to be thankful for this Thanksgiving

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
November 25, 2020
Image credit: Los Angeles Times

Conceding the presidency: Expectations vs. Trump’s projections

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
November 20, 2020
Thoughts on the Presidential Election Outcome

Thoughts on the Presidential Election Outcome

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
November 20, 2020
Image credit: Christopher Newport University

Politics 101: Your guide to navigating the 2020 Presidential Election

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
October 28, 2020
Image credit: Netflix

The documentary that flips the script on social media: The Social Dilemma

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
October 28, 2020
Did you like the way the second Presidential Debate was replaced with separate, dueling town halls?

Did you like the way the second Presidential Debate was replaced with separate, dueling town halls?

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
October 21, 2020
Image credit: Chelsea Stahl; NBC News

2020 Vice Presidential debate upgrades etiquette, dodges big questions

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
October 16, 2020
Should President Trump be allowed back in the White House if he is still contagious?

Should President Trump be allowed back in the White House if he is still contagious?

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
October 16, 2020
Image courtesy of I Grow Chicago Facebook

I Grow Chicago sprouts as this year’s Dance Marathon charity

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
October 6, 2020
Image courtesy of Julio Cortez; Associated Press

President Trump and his wife Melania test positive for COVID-19

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
October 6, 2020
Remembering The Life of Bill Gates Sr.

Remembering The Life of Bill Gates Sr.

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
September 30, 2020
Letter To The Editor: Canvas

Letter To The Editor: Canvas

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
September 29, 2020
The 19th Anniversary of September 11: How are we commemorating it?

The 19th Anniversary of September 11: How are we commemorating it?

Aiden Stanciu, Reporter
September 11, 2020
Load More Stories

North Star News

Niles North High School | Skokie, IL
© 2024 • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in
Menu
Activate Search
Home
Aiden Stanciu