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Marilyn Monroe in 'The Asphalt Jungle'

The Women of Old Hollywood

Samantha Barajas, Reporter December 18, 2024

Hollywood and pop culture have history in the United States. The famous Hollywood sign in Los Angeles might come to mind when thinking of Hollywood; or perhaps famous stars such as Tom Cruise or Angelina...

New Hope Community Food Pantry

Celebrating Gratitude: A Taft Community Initiative

Cassie Nowik and Aydan Bejinariu December 18, 2024

The value of community is often empowered by the student life and resources available at Taft; when these forces come together, it enables students to stand up for what is right and make a difference in...

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The Midwest Princess

Neovi Vielma, Reporter November 21, 2024

When you think of the rich and famous, a picture of Beverly Hills or downtown Manhattan, if you’ve been to either place, might pop in your head. Never a small city of 6,344 people in the smack-down middle...

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How Taft’s Animal League Makes a Difference

Hayden Luna, Reporter November 14, 2024

Taft is notorious for having a variety of different clubs: cultural clubs, art clubs, unions, and so much more. One of the more unique ones is Taft’s Animal League, which is perfect for the animal lovers...

Letters for hurricane victims

Sending Out Love

Janel Limardo and Lia Roa November 13, 2024

According to ABC news, “ Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane on Sept. 26. More than 230 people have been killed from Hurricane Helene, which unleashed devastation across Florida, Georgia,...

Art the clown from a scene in "Terrifier 3"

The Return of the Miles County Clown

Aidan Neberieza, Reporter November 13, 2024

The Miles County Clown, otherwise known as Art the Clown, has been a slasher in the horror trilogy since the first movie he was in all the way back in 2008 being named “The 9th Circle.”  Ever since...

Mr. Glowacz representing Taft security!

Protecting our Eagles

Mia Perez and Naidelyn Herrera October 9, 2024

Taft security is all around. The security guards are all here to make sure students stay safe and hold them accountable. They are back again this year to keep everyone in check.  The new security guards...

Picture taken in downtown Chicago, for Peace Day.

Peace Day in Chicago

Janel Limardo and Greta Dolly October 8, 2024

Peace means, “Freedom from disturbance; tranquility,” according to Oxford Languages.  In 1978 Chicago welcomed its international ‘Peace Day’  to bring cultures and communities together. This...

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AP Psychology at Taft

Emely Bravo, Reporter October 7, 2024

Psycho - logy. According to the American Psychological Association, “Psycho” describes an aggressive person and “logy” is a root word meaning “study of.” Psychology is the study of human behavior...

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Jahlisa Rodriguez-Cruz and Yvette Santiago October 7, 2024

In 1988, the world got their first look into a movie that would become significant in movie history due to its spin on the afterlife as well as significant in Tim Burton's work. On Sep. 6, “Beetlejuice...

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Model UN Now Modeling

Bohdan Zbiglei and Matija Nicin October 7, 2024

Once per year, the United Nations (UN) hosts a general assembly on Tuesday of the third week in September, coming together to discuss recurring or new issues, appointing a secretary-general, and making...

June TV Releases

Hey June: Media’s Newest Premieres

George Zemenides, Reporter May 14, 2024

As the school year wraps up, students can enjoy summer's joys: good weather, unlimited free time, and watching television all day. Thankfully, a fresh media lineup is up for those who want to lay on their...

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