The award-winning student news site of Olympic Heights High School

The Torch
  • Congratulations Allen Townsend (senior) for playing an All-Star football game at Superdome!
  • Welcome Olympic Heights' New Varsity Baseball Coach Victor Gutierrez!
  • Congratulations to Steven Celestin for being selected as the OH November non-instructional employee of the month!
  • Congratulations to Natalia Gloria for being selected as the OH November instructional employee of the month!
  • Ana Smith is October's Support Staff Member of the Month!
  • Jenner Niedda is October's Teacher of the Month!
The award-winning student news site of Olympic Heights High School

The Torch
The award-winning student news site of Olympic Heights High School

The Torch
All content by Jack Berenzweig
Jussie Smollett's booking photo released by the Chicago Police Department after the actor was charged with falsifying a police report.

The Strange Saga of Actor Jussie Smollett’s Staged Attack

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
February 24, 2019
XXL's Freshman class of 2018 featured Ski Mask The Slump God, Lil Pump, Smokepurpp, J.I.D, Stefflon Don, BlocBoy JB, YBN Nahmir, Wifisfuneral, and Trippie Redd.

Previewing XXL’s 2019 Freshman Issue: the Best of the New Hip-Hop Artists

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
January 6, 2019
The kids from South Park make a strong comeback in the show's 22nd season.

REVIEW: South Park’s 22nd Season Rebounds from a Lackluster Season 21

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
December 5, 2018
Tekashi 6ix9ine may not be the perfect role model for his young fans, but can his art still be appreciated?

Can We Hate the Artist but Love the Art?

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
November 6, 2018
Constellation will soon be marketing a cannabis based energy drink.

Cannabis Industry Becoming Mainstream

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
September 21, 2018
Showtime's Weeds, starring Mary-Louise Parker (front center), was one of the first marijuana-themed TV shows, running for eight seasons.

Marijuana-Themed Shows Growing in Popularity. Is That a Good Thing?

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
May 30, 2018
Should Teachers Share Personal Details with Students?

Should Teachers Share Personal Details with Students?

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
May 22, 2018
Oprah's Flirtation with Presidential Run a Telling Commentary on Our Political Culture

Oprah’s Flirtation with Presidential Run a Telling Commentary on Our Political Culture

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
February 5, 2018
Cult Classic Donnie Darko Is Worth a Watch

Cult Classic Donnie Darko Is Worth a Watch

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
December 15, 2017
Infamous internet video sensation Jake Paul

Vine/YouTube Sensation Jake Paul Sinks to New Depths

Jack Berenzweig, Entertainment Editor
December 6, 2017
The Losers Club from the 2017 film adaptation of Stephen King's IT

2017 Film Version of Stephen King’s IT Lacks the Character Depth of the Book

Jack Berenzweig, Staff Writer
October 27, 2017
Portrait of teenge girl choosing pills with stressful expression, symbolizing a drugs addict

More Teens Turning to Drugs As a Stress Reliever

Jack Berenzweig, Staff Writer
October 8, 2017
YouTube star PewDiePie is being labeled a "Nazi" because of a ill-conceived stunt.

The Demonization of PewDiePie

Jack Berenzweig, Staff Writer
February 17, 2017
Earthquake Devastates Central Italy

Earthquake Devastates Central Italy

Jack Berenzweig, Staff Writer
August 27, 2016
Load More Stories