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A Bright Future Ahead: The Aspiring Teachers of Chicago

A Bright Future Ahead: The Aspiring Teachers of Chicago

Jakub Perez and Michal Laczak May 6, 2025

Whether it’s because of the way they are perceived by students, the gender pay gap, the lack of opportunities to rest, or maybe because of something more nefarious, CPS is rapidly losing more and more...

Dunkin v.s Starbucks

Dunkin or Starbucks?

Naidelyn Herrera, Reporter May 6, 2025

Let's talk about Dunkin vs Starbucks. I personally think it's a 50/50 for me because they both have ups and downs. I do go to Starbucks a lot more than Dunkin because I like it a lot more, but sometimes...

John Cena farewell tour

From Undesirable to Undeniable, Beaten by the Now Never-seen, 17 Time WWE Champion, John Cena

Ryan Harrity, Reporter May 6, 2025

On April 20, “Wrestlemania 41” Night 2 was hosted in the Allegiant Stadium, the home of the Las Vegas Raiders, “The American Nightmare” and Undisputed WWE Champion, Cody Rhodes, faced 16 time WWE...

Senior Assassin

Senior Assassin

In the US, it has become a “trend” to play Senior Assassin towards the end of senior year. Many schools across the Chicagoland area are participating. To play Senior Assassin you pay to play and the...

Canes v.s Chick- Fil-A

Canes v.s Chick- Fil-A

Mia Perez, Reporter May 6, 2025

In the world of fast food chicken there are always arguments about which is better: Raising Canes or Chick-Fil-A. Both chains have passionate fans, signature sauces, and long drive thru lines. But while...

Kosiek and Newspapers

A Man Who Saved Thousands

Samantha Barajas and Aaliyah Mendez May 6, 2025

1979 Taft alum Paul Kosiek shared the story of his father who saved thousands. Albert Kosiek freed 40,000 people from concentration camps, Gusen and Mauthausen. Albert is primarily known in Austria...

Plate of buffalo wings served with a side of celery and some ranch

Wingstop vs. Buffalo Wild Wings

Neovi Vielma, Reporter May 4, 2025

Wingstop is one of the world’s most popular fast food restaurants, most popular for their chicken wings. It’s known to be extremely popular, especially among Taft students. In the Taft area, we have...

Daredevil: Born Again

“Daredevil: Born Again” – What Happens Next?

Hayden Luna, Reporter May 4, 2025

Lawyer by day, vigilante by night. This motto is attributed to one of Marvel’s most sinful and distinctive characters, one who's just finished a successful first season for his newest show. “Daredevil:...

Rugby Team Photo Varsity Boys

Unite. Compete. Conquer. Boys Taft Rugby 2025.

Aydan Bejinariu, Reporter April 22, 2025

Are you ready to take on a new challenge? Join Taft Rugby and be part of an exciting team! Rugby season kicked off on April 14, and Taft is looking for passionate players to join. Whether you’re...

Cubs Bleachers

Cubs Rangers Series from the Bleachers and Beyond

Ryan Harrity, Reporter April 21, 2025

On April 9, my mom and I went to go see the Chicago Cubs and Texas Rangers meet up in Wrigley Field for the final game of their three game series. The Cubs held a two nothing lead on the series, then looking...

IB Exams

IB Exams

Neovi Vielma, Reporter April 21, 2025

It’s officially IB exam season at Taft. From April 29 to May 23, IB exams will be underway in various locations throughout the school, mostly at the Nest. IB exams are a part of the International Baccalaureate...

Testing

AP Exam Season

Hayden Luna, Reporter April 16, 2025

AP Exam season is upon us! The nature of these exams and classes in general can be stressful, especially if a student has more than one AP course. That makes this upcoming month exhausting and overwhelming,...

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