Naperville Central High School's award-winning newspaper.

Central Times
Naperville Central High School's award-winning newspaper.

Central Times
Naperville Central High School's award-winning newspaper.

Central Times
Sept. 15 marked a new update launched by Spotify that upgraded the listening experience of Free Spotify. Free Spotify listeners are now able to individually select and play songs from any playlist or album, moving away from the shuffle-only restriction. (Photo credit: Spotify Newsroom)

Opinion: Is Spotify Premium worth the money anymore?

Noah Garras, Correspondent • October 6, 2025
Read Story
Marvel Zombies was released on Sep. 24. This miniseries follows the “What If…?” series released in 2021. (Photo Credit: Marvel Animation)

Review: ‘Marvel Zombies’: Marvel Animation’s First TV-MA Project

Sanjin Nambiar, Staff Writer • October 6, 2025
Read Story
Club America, a new student group affiliated with Turning Point USA, held its inaugural meeting on Sept. 23. According to its flyer, Club America seeks to promote freedom and the “principles that make our country strong,” while encouraging respectful sharing of conservative viewpoints. (Photo Credit: @clubamericanchs via Instagram)

New Turning Point‑affiliated club launches at Central

Marina Micic, Operations Managing Editor • October 6, 2025
Read Story
The start of the 25-26 school year marked the beginning of a new phone policy. All students are now required to place their phones in designated holders for the duration of every class period.

Opinion: Central’s New Phone Policy is a Good Step for Phone-Dependent Teens

Ella Mitch, Correspondent • October 3, 2025
Read Story
Jake Wagner

New Staff Profile: Jake Wagner

Sanjin Nambiar, Correspondent • October 2, 2025
Read Story
Lorde began her Ultrasound tour in Austin, Texas on Sep. 17. This tour features her new album "Virgin." (Photo Credit: CRUSH music).

Review: Ultrasound Tour is an Ultra Hit

Lola Schwerha, Content Managing Editor • September 30, 2025
Read Story
Sabrina Carpenter's 2025 VMA performance took place on Sep. 7. She performed her hit "Tears" from her new album "Ma's Best Friend." (Photo Credit USA Today)

Review: 2025 VMA’s: Mariah Got Her Flowers while Sabrina Stole the Show

Ashton Eppler, Correspondent • September 30, 2025
Read Story
Advisory is an new addition for the 2025-26 school year. This program was previously known as Homeroom.

Opinion: Advisory is so middle school

Sanjin Nambiar, Correspondent • September 25, 2025
Read Story
Grace Lueken

New Staff Profile: Grace Lueken

Connor Yao, Staff Writer • September 23, 2025
Read Story
Load More Stories
Donate to Central Times
$805
$1500
Contributed
Our Goal