Every morning and afternoon, I drive to and from school on East Lake Avenue along with hundreds of other students. Most of the time, we drive in sync with one another, listening to music or carrying siblings...

I spend approximately six hours per week using my music app, at least according to my screen time. My Apple Music stores several collections that tell the story of my personality, my emotions, and my life.  These...

I had never heard of a machine learning engineer until my friend told me that it was the career he wanted to pursue. He had never heard of it until he saw a TikTok about it. He intends to spend the...

Glenview’s motto “Hug the Bear”, inspired by the 1917 Jackman Park Bear statue, serves as a reminder for residents to serve, care for, and give back to their community. While students and residents...

When my family came to the United States from Pakistan in 1990, they carried a kind of story that is embedded into the foundation of this country: hope, sacrifice, and the promise that hard work could...

Every year, as the voices of extended family fill my home, and familiar songs ring in my ears. I am reminded that this is a season of cheer. However, during this flurry, it can be hard to remember that...

The first time I met my sister, she was two minutes late. Technically, this is just our birth order. Yet, my twin sister has grown infamous for her tardiness. Growing up going to the same school, soccer...

“Your hair looks really good—when it’s straight.” The first part of that sentence was nice to hear, a compliment on the hair style I worked so hard to achieve. After I heard the next words, I...

District 225 earned Niche’s title of “Number One School District in America”  because its students constantly strive for excellence. It is a wonderful honor that sometimes has its downside.  Just...

It’s 12 a.m. on a Tuesday night my sophomore year and I’m finally ready to go to sleep. But as I get in my bed and turn the lights off , I can only lie awake. My mind is racing and my eyes can’t...

I am tired of hearing people tell me that the future is STEM.  When I share my intended major, journalism, with others, I am often e looks and offhand remarks. People challenge my ability to make money,...