The Student News Site of Niles West High School

Niles West News
The Student News Site of Niles West High School

Niles West News
The Student News Site of Niles West High School

Niles West News
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Suha Siddiqui, Editor-in-Chief

Suha is a senior and this is her third year on NWN. She is the Co-Editor-in-Chief. Outside of school, she likes to watch movies, binge watch-television shows and bike around the neighborhood.

All content by Suha Siddiqui
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Opinion: It’s Okay to Have “Tiktok” Music Taste

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
May 19, 2025
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Opinion: West Must Expand Calculus Classes

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
May 18, 2025
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Digital AP Exams Bring Change to Students and Teachers

By Aishah Khan and Suha Siddiqui
May 16, 2025
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Opinion: Digital AP Exams Just Make Sense

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
May 12, 2025
Ami LeFevre poses with glass of atoms

Ami LeFevre: Leading with Passion

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Apr 29, 2025
NHS members pictured holding the lit candles with smiles on their faces as they pledge to the Society. Photo via Instagram.

National Honor Society Mistakenly Sends Acceptance and Rejection Notices to the Wrong Students

By Suha Siddiqui and Ava Hortega
Apr 21, 2025
Sophomore Hannah Hufana (left) and senior Laira Biewer (right) stand on stage at the Rooted and Radical Finals Showcase. Photo via Paul Bellwoar.

A Tribe Called West Competes at Rooted and Radical Showcase

By Cora Gayford and Suha Siddiqui
Mar 20, 2025
Mikey Madison poses with her Best Actress in a Leading role Oscar for Anora.

A Night of Newcomers: 2025 Oscars Recap

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Mar 11, 2025
Girls water polo stay in motion with offense preparing to catch and defense preparing to block.

Boys and Girls Water Polo Swim into the New Season

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Mar 3, 2025
High schools Niles West, Niles North and Regina Dominican participated in a track meet in Niles West on Feb 25.

Girls Track and Field Breaks Records at the Niles West Quad

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Feb 26, 2025
Beyoncé with the Album of the Year Grammy for 'Cowboy Carter'

Wins and Losses of the 2025 Grammys

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinion’s Editor
Feb 9, 2025
Actress Emma Stone holding her award for Best Actress at the 2024 Oscars.

Who Will Win at the 97th Oscars?

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Jan 29, 2025
The cast of “Shogun,” on stage at the Golden Globes celebrating their win for Best Television Series Drama. Photo via Rich Polk, Penske Media.

You’re So Golden: Stars Shine at the Golden Globes

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Jan 8, 2025
From left, seniors Anna Baesel and Nichelle Thomas rummage through the tables of clothing items.

Dance Marathon Holds Annual Thrift Store Fundraiser

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Dec 11, 2024
Niles West senior Bella Odisho, left, shakes hands with Phoenix STEM Military Academy opponent.

Boys and Girls Wrestling Takes on the Chi-Tri Meet

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Dec 10, 2024
Maria Hodson: In Tune with Success

Maria Hodson: In Tune with Success

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Oct 10, 2024
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Opinion: I’m Okay with Being Average

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Oct 8, 2024
Freshmen and Sophomore girls from all over Illinois get ready at the start, setting their watches for their three mile journey.

Cross Country Runs the Distance at Annual Pat Savage Meet

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Oct 8, 2024
5 Scary Movies to Watch This October

5 Scary Movies to Watch This October

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Oct 4, 2024
Niles West Printer.

The Paper Panic: Niles West Printers Create Chaos

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Oct 3, 2024
Announcement: Digital Readiness Check Extended Homeroom

Announcement: Digital Readiness Check Extended Homeroom

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Sep 25, 2024
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District 219 Approves Plan to Waive All AP Test Fees for Students

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Sep 20, 2024
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District 219 Agrees to Insource Security Guards

By Suha Siddiqui and Cora Gayford
Sep 18, 2024
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Opinion: Your “Thoughts and Prayers” Won’t Stop School Shootings

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Sep 17, 2024
The team rises for the National Anthem.

Niles West Girls Flag Football Makes Their Home Debut

By Suha Siddiqui, Opinions Editor
Sep 10, 2024
Champions League Final: Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund?

Champions League Final: Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund?

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
May 17, 2024
Niles West Fine Arts Department Holds Social Justice Art Show

Niles West Fine Arts Department Holds Social Justice Art Show

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
May 16, 2024
5 Books to Read for Asian American Pacific Islander Month

5 Books to Read for Asian American Pacific Islander Month

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
May 16, 2024
Staff Raise Concerns about Safety and Security Outsourcing

Staff Raise Concerns about Safety and Security Outsourcing

By Cora Gayford and Suha Siddiqui
May 1, 2024
University of South Carolina's Kamilla Cardoso, right, and LSU's Angel Reese, left, pose for a photo with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert after being selected third and seventh overall during the WNBA Draft. (Photos by Adam Hunger/AP Photo)

What Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese Mean for the Chicago Sky

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Apr 30, 2024
Opinion: Why I Prefer Shopping Second-Hand Over New

Opinion: Why I Prefer Shopping Second-Hand Over New

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Apr 26, 2024
The Wolves huddle around to discuss strategies after being down two runs.

[Photo] Girls Softball Defeats Evanston Wildkits

By Aishah Khan, Staff Writer
Apr 25, 2024
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Opinion: Why Pronouncing Someone's Name Correctly Matters

Opinion: Why Pronouncing Someone’s Name Correctly Matters

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Apr 8, 2024
Teresa Gattuso, sophmore, runs with the baton on the track.

The Varsity Girls Track and Field Team Finishes Strong at the CSL-North Indoor Championship

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Apr 3, 2024
Kike Raheem posing for a photo

Kike Raheem: The All-Rounder

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Mar 7, 2024
Resolve celebrating their win at ICHSA quarterfinals

Resolve Takes Home the Victory at ICHSA Quarterfinals

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Feb 26, 2024
Niles West staff play musical chairs, and things take a dramatic turn as more chairs are removed.

The Show Must Go On: Niles West Finishes Spirit Week with Pep Assembly

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Feb 14, 2024
The Niles West Dance Team poses for a photo at IHSA sectionals.

The Wolfettes End Their Season with a Last Dance at Sectionals

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Jan 30, 2024
Kathleen Bressler (left) posing with a friend

The Return of Kathleen Bressler

By Suha Siddiqui, Staff Writer
Jan 22, 2024
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