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Bridges student Ryan Johnson stocks the shelves of the Target mock-up store
How D219 Bridges Initiative is Bridging the Gap to Employment
By Aishah Khan, Academics Editor • Dec 17, 2024

This article has been updated since its original publication for clarification and corrections including...

From left, best friends Dolly and Suki reunite with a kiss after a period of socializing with students.
Dogs Visit the Library to Make Finals Week Less “Ruff”
By Ibrahim Quadri and Aishah Khan • Dec 17, 2024

Finals week can be stressful for students for various reasons. To help students with finals anxiety,...

"A MAN STANDS ATOP A BUILDING LOOKING AT THE DESTROYED SYRIAN TOWN OF KOBANE, ALSO KNOWN AS AIN AL-ARAB, 2015." via history.com
West Reacts: The Fall of The Al-Assad Regime
By Luka Cejovic, Sports Editor • Dec 17, 2024

The long reigning al-Assad regime of Syria fell last week, on Dec. 8, 2024, after a rebel group, called...

Students patiently waiting their turn to walk down the stage.
Announcement: Deadline Extended Until Dec. 20 for Senior Cap and Gown Orders
By Luka Cejovic, Sports Editor • Dec 6, 2024

This article has been updated to reflect a Dec. 6 email sent to seniors. The deadline for ordering...

A snow plow drives down Oakton Street, adjacent to Niles West.
Skokie’s First Fall Snow
By Hanna Schneider, Staff Writer • Nov 27, 2024

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
The cast of “Shogun,” on stage at the Golden Globes celebrating their win for Best Television Series Drama. Photo via Rich Polk, Penske Media.
"Roar" cast waves their hands in the air as Rafiki holds up a plush Simba.
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ACADEMICS
Bridges student Ryan Johnson stocks the shelves of the Target mock-up store
Final exams are on Wednesday, Dec. 18, Thursday, Dec. 19 and Friday, Dec. 20.
Sophomore Minela Spahija joins preschoolers on the playground bridge.
Chess Club members practice their skills on a Monday practice in the Lit Center.
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FEATURES
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