‘Every Day’ promises originality, feels cliche
At first, the premise of the new film “Every Day” seems like it should be a breath of fresh air and creativity in a sea of formulaic teen romance movies. Based on author David...
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VIDEO: St. Patrick’s Day milkshakes taste test
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, many restaurants are selling mint drinks and milkshakes. Crier members Michelle, Sarah, and Joanne sampled the some of the best options to help you pick your lucky drink for...
Face-Off: Are walkouts an effective protest method?
Embed from Getty Images Last week, approximately 120 Conant students participated in a walk-out protesting gun violence after the Feb. 14 school shooting in Parkland, Florida. Student reactions to the event were mixed. Crier...
Face-Off: Is the NFL too dangerous for players?
Graphic by Futo Wada Football has been the most popular sport in America since 1972, according to annual Gallup polls. In 2017, the NFL earned $513 million in ad revenue alone. The sport is...
Rock the vote with Crier’s voting guide
Embed from Getty Images On March 20, a primary election will be held in Illinois to determine the candidates for governor, attorney general, and several other offices. Although the winners of these races will...
Students react to XXL cookie sale
Student Council sold XXL cookies for $2 during lunch periods on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 to raise money for pediatric cancer. This type of cookie had been previously served in Conant’s cafeteria as...
Allegations against Aziz Ansari demonstrate need for better education
Embed from Getty Images An anonymous young woman accused Aziz Ansari of pressuring her into sexual situations in an article posted a week ago in the online publication “Babe.” The response has been polarizing...
VIDEO: Canned soup taste test
In the midst of a cold winter, chicken noodle soup is a classic comfort food. But, why stop at just the classic chicken noodle? Crier members Annika, Michelle, and Sarah tested a variety of...
Simple ways to ace second semester
Entering a new year and semester can be stressful. After a relaxing winter break, the prospect of returning to school with enough motivation to finish the school year on a positive note might seem...
New law will help to lessen stigma around menstruation
With the passage of state bill HB3215 in August, Illinois has mandated that schools with students in grades 6 through 12 provide feminine hygiene products for free in girls’ bathrooms. This legislation, which will...
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