Behind the Mask: BLAST’s Masquerade Ball

[Ballroom dance lesson music] DARASIMI BANKOLE: BLAST…that’s short for Northwestern’s Ballroom, Latin, and Swing Team. It’s more than just spins and heels though. They’re a community that turns beginners into dancers, and dancers into family. For Brooke Nelson, BLAST’s Publicity Chair, ballroom was a bucket-list item. BROOKE NELSON: I have been dancing since I was […]

The Daily Cat | Tue 10-28-25

October 28, 2025: Graduate work-in, Interfaith Action of Evanston, Gregory Bovino in court, SNAP benefits not out, Sami Hamdi, Hurricane Melissa. WNUR News broadcasts live at 6 pm CST on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays on WNUR 89.3 FM.

The Story Behind Stickers

Have you ever wondered about the sticker’s on someone’s laptop? If you said yes, you’re not alone. Jessica Watts has the story on what you can learn about a person from their stickers.

Sequins are forever, but authenticity is not

[instrumental] Like many, I grew up listening to and singing Taylor Swift. My sister and I spent hours making up dance routines to her songs. Something about the upbeat rhythm and sparkling city imagery of the album 1989 captivated eight-year-old me. So, when Swift announced she’d be breaking her recent pattern of slow ballads for […]

The Daily Cat | Mon. 10-27-25

October 27, 2025: Transfer Early Decision, Bob’s Pizza Closes, Local Businesses post no ICE signage, Federal Food Assistance stops 11/1, Louvre heist suspects arrested. WNUR News broadcasts live at 6 pm CST on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays on WNUR 89.3 FM.

Indivisible Evanston and The Fight for The Future

The October 18th No Kings Rally in Evanston saw thousands of participants. The sponsor of the event, Indivisible Evanston is part of a national alliance of grassroots organizations looking to help people to take action against attacks on democracy. Sophia Casa paid the local chapter a visit.

Midterm Season Rundown

Midterms have quickly crept upon us. As everybody crams for exams, Northwestern freshmen are optimistic, but still adjusting the quarter system speed. Nash Phillips has the story.