The other day as I looked at my dog, an English Black Labrador, I wondered what made him so cute and lovable. Was it his floppy ears? Or big brown eyes? Was it the way he sat so close to me while I made...

Lockport High School continues to create new opportunities for their students to help them in the real world. Most recently, LTHS has partnered with the Will County Center for Economic Development to provide...

Recently, I stumbled upon Lizzy McAlpine’s latest album, “Older,” and it has truly taken over my life. Every lyric and song feels so intentional and raw in a way that I haven’t heard in many other...

On January 21, a group of us student writers went to Lockport’s Prom Fashion Show, and we all had an amazing time. With all the fun we had as viewers, it was truly disappointing to see the lack of turnout....

Waiter, cashier, barista, stocker, babysitter… the options for a teenage job may seem minimal, but they’re endless! With proper research and job searching, every ambitious teen should be able to start...

As the CWC teams go into the 5th week of their basketball season, all teams were ready to bring the energy with just a couple weeks left until the playoffs starting February 5. The first game of the...

With the 2025 Oscar nominations having just been announced, the excitement is tangible across the entertainment industry. This year’s lineup features a diverse collection of films and performances, featuring...

To begin the most magical baking show in the muggle world, eighteen contestants who have never before met are divided into pairs to tackle the challenge of a lifetime. Each pair of contestants has a...

On January 19 2025, the app TikTok was banned in the United States. There were rumors weeks before about this ban, but at the time, nobody thought it would actually happen. But on January 18 2025 at 9:00...

The most important game of the year in college football is the National Championship. This year's game was arguably the best team in college football, Ohio State, versus Notre Dame. Ohio State went into...

The Lockport Varsity Cheer team’s competition season has been nothing short of amazing this year. They have placed first in every competition during the regular season. Most recently, the Porters gave...

The 2024 NFL season was another eventful and memorable season. As the season started, we saw the great rookie class of 2024 evolve throughout the season. With star quarterbacks such as the Commanders’...