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Border Patrol Federal Agents and police keep watch as people protest outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Broadview facility in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., October 3, 2025. REUTERS/Jim Vondruska
Recent ICE Reports Generate Concern in District 219
November 10, 2025
Protestors have maintained a presence outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building in Portland’s South Waterfront for months, bringing signs, flags, and supplies for what has become a sustained demonstration.
La Salle’s Community Grapples With Increasing ICE Activity, Protests
November 6, 2025
RISING FEAR: Two ICE officers step out of a quiet Kirkwood home, leaving behind confusion, fear, and a shaken community. The incident at Hill's home reflects a larger reality playing out across Georgia, where immigration raids and sudden rule changes are upending daily life.
Fear shadows Georgia’s immigrant communities
November 6, 2025
Food bank demand soars as delays to SNAP benefits leave millions without aid
Food bank demand soars as delays to SNAP benefits leave millions without aid
November 6, 2025
Red cards created by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center were distributed to “help people assert their legal rights,” according to the San Mateo Union High School District (SMUSHD) website.
SMUHSD adopts protocol for unidentified campus visitors
November 6, 2025
A server at Mazra prepares food. Mazra is a mediterranean restaurant in Redwood City that is giving out 50 free meals in November to SNAP recipients.
Food for thought: Local restaurants feed SNAP recipients amid government shutdown
November 10, 2025
Andrew Wu shows appreciation for nature through fishing and caring for his chickens. Photos used with permission from Andrew Wu.
From Andrew Wu, with love and chickens
November 10, 2025
PREPARING PROBLEM-SOLVING: Café Momentum Atlanta Intern Ben Johnson* prepares food in the kitchen before customers arrive. Chef Lee said one skill many of the interns come out of the program with is problem-solving skills, as they need to adapt to on-the-fly demands.
Rewriting the narrative: offering juvenile offenders second chances
November 10, 2025
Forest Park Firefighters fight fire at a gas station. Credited to Forest Park Fire Department
Firefighters fight mental health challenges
November 10, 2025
Serving Vietnamese Cooking With Soul: Celebrating Kathy Manning’s Culinary Legacy
November 10, 2025
Senior Hayden Xhokaxhiu walks back after scoring his second goal of the game against Lewis Mills.
The Goal King of South Windsor
November 10, 2025
“It’s the idea of solidarity through new cultural practices. When there are so many people shutting you out and treating you as an outsider, the only way you can persevere is by creating something new. If you're on the outsides of everything you can use those outsides to build something again," senior Linda Zeng said.
Humans of Harker: Bridging worlds beyond boundaries
November 10, 2025
Senior Hayden Berry spars against a teammate at Los Gatos Boxing.
Senior pushes physical limits through boxing
November 10, 2025
Senior Jayna Vock looks out onto the course after hitting an impressive swing
[HUMANS OF WEGO] A stroke of greatness
November 10, 2025
Madisyn Kicks
Madisyn Kicks
November 10, 2025
Scott Cooper's "Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere" released on Oct. 25, 2025.
Scott Cooper’s “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere”
November 10, 2025
A gen Z-er strolls down the street, matcha in one hand and a book he barely reads in the other. The tangled wire earphones in his pocket signal analog authenticity that contradicts the wireless headphones on his crown, as though everything is calculated for the aesthetic.
Clout hunters turn literature into a shallow spectacle
November 10, 2025
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Head of HR Kristin Cabot both stepped down days after their scandal at a Coldplay concert. Photo Illustration | Benjamin Zhang
‘Coldplaygate’ is another addition to the long list of issues trivialized through entertainment
November 10, 2025
Carrera's latest build is featured at the LEGO House in Denmark, where he was up for a Global title. Photo via Instagram @justdanbricks.
Behind Daniel Carrera’s Global LEGO Success
November 6, 2025
CHRISTMAS CHOICES: Junior Peter Davis, sophomore Ava Bond, and freshman Kaia Blanford step onto the stage ready to bring their own spin to their audition monologue. Each actor portraying a fun holiday inspired character trying to shows the directors what they can bring to their shows.
Progressive performers spread joy to people in need
November 5, 2025
Shaler Area senior Cassandra Schneck in a photo as an infant (photo submitted by Cassandra Schneck)
Not a Stereotypical Family: Growing up adopted in a White Community
November 6, 2025
Drinks with “normal” ice already have way too much ice. So why is there another option for even more ice?
Not so n[ice]
November 5, 2025
Many individuals with disabilities display no visible signs or indicators of their condition.
Invisible disabilities, not invisible people
November 5, 2025
Dressed up as the varsity girls’ tennis coach Katelyn Arenos, senior Kate Johnson and junior Mireya David hand out candy at West High’s annual trunk or treat event. This year, the trunk or treat was moved inside as a result of adverse weather. “As a senior, I care less about Halloween now. Teachers will bring their kids and families [to West’s Trunk or Treat], but there were fewer [this year] because they just thought it was canceled [due to the] rain. [With] Halloween, I think you care less the older you get,” Johnson said.
Porches, parking lots, pumpkins and parties
November 4, 2025
An Oxford Comma alongside the University of Oxford’s coat of arms.
There’s a Pause Before “And.” Use a Comma
November 4, 2025
Playing Together: How Champions League Is Giving Everyone the Opportunity to Play Soccer
Playing Together: How Champions League Is Giving Everyone the Opportunity to Play Soccer
November 5, 2025
Edina alum, Joel Bergstrom, named UMN regent
Edina alum, Joel Bergstrom, named UMN regent
November 4, 2025
After playing his freshman year at The Nest, Washington State University commit, wide receiver, Matthew McClain has returned to the Redhawks for one final season. 
A wide receiver with a wide-ranging impact
November 3, 2025
Wellness Lab Hosts Pumpkin Painting
Wellness Lab Hosts Pumpkin Painting
October 30, 2025
Brewing History at Mido Teahouse
Brewing History at Mido Teahouse
October 30, 2025
Edina alum, Joel Bergstrom, named UMN regent
Edina alum, Joel Bergstrom, named UMN regent
November 4, 2025
Beneath The Waves - Tish Champagne
Beneath The Waves – Tish Champagne
October 24, 2025
senior suggestions
Senior Suggestions: What stands out to colleges?
October 21, 2025
Crimson Podcast Episode 4 ft. Tennis Captain Liz Chen
October 16, 2025
The issue with gun violence coverage
The issue with gun violence coverage
October 8, 2025
HE IS US. Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough speaks at the podium of the Montgomery Fairgrounds stadium during the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service Sept. 30. Keough said he was a longtime supporter of Kirk’s debates. “Charlie Kirk is Montgomery County,” Keough said. “And Montgomery County is Charlie Kirk.”
GALLERY: Montgomery County memorial honors Charlie Kirk
October 22, 2025
Governor J.B. Pritzker was one of the many who gave a speech at Grant Park. "Tyranny requires your fear, your silence and your compliance, democracy requires your courage," Pritzker said. "So Donald Trump stay the hell out of Chicago."
[PHOTO ESSAY] ‘No Kings’ protest marches its way into history
October 22, 2025
Eric "Zeke" Zeker re-strings outside linebacker Nick Davis's (‘27) pads during a game against St. Margaret's High School Oct. 10. For 25 years, Zeke has served as BOHS's equipment manager.
IN PICTURES: The Wildcat Goes Behind-the-Scenes With Equipment Manager Eric ‘Zeke’ Zeker
October 20, 2025
Sophomore Daniel Papp lines up at wingback during West Chicago’s 66–20 win over Ridgewood on Sept. 19 at Memorial Field. Papp also plays cornerback for the Wildcats.
[PHOTO ESSAY] Rain, cheers, and grit: Wildcats bounce back against Ridgewood
September 26, 2025
Protesters gathered in downtown West Chicago earlier this week following raids from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
[PHOTO ESSAY] WEGO residents march towards freedom in anti-ICE protests
September 23, 2025
Playing Together: How Champions League Is Giving Everyone the Opportunity to Play Soccer
Playing Together: How Champions League Is Giving Everyone the Opportunity to Play Soccer
November 5, 2025
After playing his freshman year at The Nest, Washington State University commit, wide receiver, Matthew McClain has returned to the Redhawks for one final season. 
A wide receiver with a wide-ranging impact
November 3, 2025
Wellness Lab Hosts Pumpkin Painting
Wellness Lab Hosts Pumpkin Painting
October 30, 2025
Brewing History at Mido Teahouse
Brewing History at Mido Teahouse
October 30, 2025
Marching Band Hosts First Home Competition Festival
Marching Band Hosts First Home Competition Festival
October 30, 2025
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Coppell High School senior Judah Mullican, 2025-2026 Plunger Boy, excites the crowd at Coppell’s football game at Hebron on Sept. 26. The Plunger Boy tradition originated in the 1990s from a school rivalry. Animation by Karen Mascarenhas and Ani Ly.

Behind the bandana: Mullican energizing longstanding tradition

By Neev Chickermane, Coppell High School
October 16, 2025
CHS9 Hopes for Homeless CEO Gargi Thakur and chief operating officer Saadhvi Thatipally explain a volunteering opportunity to members during a club meeting on Oct. 3. Hopes for Homeless, a new club at CHS9, seeks to make an impact on the community.

Hopes for Homeless club making profound impact

By Neev Chickermane, Coppell High School
October 15, 2024
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