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Cancel Culture and Its Impact on Society
Famous influencers struggle as they are “canceled” by social media after their words and actions are interpreted as offensive; fans and followers bring these incidents to the surface to reveal who influencers really are
Jocelyn Prall, Staff Reporter • June 6, 2026
The evolution of horror films.
A History of Horror Cinema
The evolution of horror films and their technologies
Christian Carmichael, Staff Reporter • June 5, 2026
Tilly's location at the Willowbrook mall
Tillys Is at It Again!
Popular clothing store offers a wide range of fashion, big-name brands, and constantly changing collections
Olivia Alvarado, Staff Reporter • June 2, 2026
A Roommate From Hell
In a newly released Netflix film, two roommates just want to have fun and start fresh from the past, but as secrets unfold, true identities are brought to the surface in the midst of an already hectic school year
Natalie Swiatek, Staff Reporter • June 1, 2026
An outfit with recent trends
From Fad to Fashion
With constant new brands and fast fashion, new fads or trends spread like wildfire.
Charlotte Barbach, A&E Editor • April 20, 2026
A poster for “The Romantic Tour.”
24k Comeback
April 14, 2026
KHS student athlete utilizing time to complete work in school.
KHS Athletes Exempted from P.E. Class
New policy allows student-athletes participating in school sports to opt out of physical education during their athletic season
Camryn Maloney, Staff Reporter • June 4, 2026
Sophomore Emanuel Zapata and Junior Aaron Charles presenting in business teacher Cathy Giligan's class.
ColtsVest Club Gets a Dose of Reality
KHS alumni return to share strategies for financial success with the current ColtsVest Investment Club
Siena Schneider, Staff Reporter • June 3, 2026
Graduation 2026 Issue
Graduation 2026 Issue
May 29, 2026
Spring 2026 Print Issue
Spring 2026 Print Issue
May 3, 2026
Keeping up with KHS Health Clubs
Insight to all of the health clubs at KHS and what they do.
Kylee Dittmeier, Opinion Editor • April 16, 2026
KHS Theater Cast performing in the 2026 Spring Musical, "Mamma Mia!"
Expanding Electives at KHS
New theater courses offer hands-on experience in acting and technical design
Camryn Maloney, Staff Reporter • April 15, 2026
Cho posing with fellow Ac Dec Nationals participants.
Millie Cho Shines on National Academic Decathlon Podium with Second Place Essay Finish
Peyton Triano, Editor-in-Chief • May 12, 2026
"Though KHS has clubs and competitions in science and world languages, no other KHS activity does what AcDec does."-Adam Smith
Serving More Than Just Food
Cara Rosenfeld, Features Editor • April 20, 2026

During a typical shift at Cedar Crest, a student waitress is met with many demands: taking residents’ orders, managing time, and keeping track of multiple tables in a fast-paced environment. However, unlike a typical restaurant,...

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Scott Sanczyk
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Scott Sanczyk
Izza Raza, Sports Editor • April 17, 2026

To those who knew him, Scott “Scotty” Sanczyk was far more than just a friend. He was a person who had the power to light up any room, make everyone feel welcome, and leave an everlasting impression with his humor,...

Cars travel across the temporary Route 23 bridge as construction continues.
Route 23 Bridge Replacement Brings Major Traffic Shifts Through 2028
Olivia Alvarado, Staff Reporter • June 18, 2026

Route 23 has been under heavy construction between West Milford and Kinnelon, causing major traffic shifts for over a year. Due to the replacement of the High Crest Bridge, over the Pequannock River and...

The MV Hondius cruise ship.
Students React as Rare Hantavirus Outbreak Makes Headlines
Laura Solarino, Staff Reporter • June 5, 2026

In April, an outbreak of the deadly hantavirus occurred aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship as the ship sailed from Argentina to Cape Verde. By early May, 11 cases were identified, nine of which were confirmed,...

Spirit Airlines planes parked at an airport terminal.
Final Flight
Isabella Osterman and Ava Gutkin May 30, 2026

Spirit’s final flight landed at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Airport on May 2, marking the airline’s abrupt shutdown after 34 years of service. The closure signaled...

MetLife Stadium, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
New Jersey Prepares for the 2026 World Cup
Madeline DeJager, Staff Reporter • May 31, 2026

New Jersey is set to take on one of the biggest roles in global sports in summer 2026, as MetLife Stadium will host eight FIFA World Cup matches, including group-stage games, knockout-round games, and...

Devils fans celebrate Jack Hughes' hat trick by throwing hats onto the ice, Mar 7th, 2026.
Battle of the Hudson
Cecilia Taylor, Staff Reporter • April 24, 2026

On Saturday, Mar. 7th, the first rivalry game of the 2025-2026 season between the New York Rangers and the New Jersey Devils takes place at the Devils' home arena, The Prudential Center.  The Rangers...

KJS United Leaves No Doubt, Rolls Through State Playoffs to Claim Second Straight Title
Madeline DeJager, Staff Reporter • April 24, 2026

KJS United capped off a dominant postseason run on Mar. 9 at the Prudential Center, defeating North Hunterdon-Voorhees, 5–1, to secure their second consecutive NJSIAA Public Co-Op state championship....

Preserved land in Jefferson Township.
Morris County Provides for NJ, Yet its Schools Struggle with Insufficient Funding
Emily Vetter, Staff Reporter • June 17, 2026

Adviser’s Note: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this opinion article belong solely to the author and do not reflect the views of The Colt Chronicle Staff, Kinnelon High School, or its...

The KHS football field.
A Price Tag on Passion
Cecilia Taylor, Staff Reporter • June 16, 2026