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California leaders Governor Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass failed residents as the LA fires set the state ablaze.
California leaders criticized for wildfire response delays
By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer • Jan 28, 2025
Recent wildfires in California reveal significant shortcomings in state emergency preparedness, with experts urging better prevention strategies and faster response times to protect communities.
As Van Nuys' senior class of 2025 nears the end of their high school careers, announcements regarding senior events create an atmosphere of excitement. However, students also express concerns over rules and price points.
Graduation rules and senior events spark debate
By Ocean Threats, Staff Writer • Jan 24, 2025
Seniors anticipate final events like grad night and prom, but face challenges with costs and restrictions. The excitement is tempered by concerns over rules and expectations.
While the idea of free college may seem like a straightforward solution to rising tuition costs, the economic burden and long-term consequences reveal a far more complicated reality.
Free college debate: Weighing costs and consequences
By Joel Nam, Opinion Editor • Jan 23, 2025
The debate over free college centers on its financial impact and potential effects on degree value, as the U.S. grapples with rising student debt and education costs.

Friendships are put at stake with the increasing polarization of today's politics. With no acknowledgment of the nuances of the other side, people are ending friendships out of strong generalizations.
Social media fuels political divides and affects friendships
By Leon Weiss, Staff Writer • Jan 22, 2025
Political opinions, amplified by social media, are straining friendships. Algorithms reinforce existing beliefs, leading to assumptions and divisive stances among peers.
 DIVING INTO DIGITAL NEWS  In our world of seemingly endless digital advancements, the necessity of a physical newspaper comes into question.
Digital news eclipses print as Americans embrace online updates
By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer • Jan 2, 2025
With digital news on the rise, print newspapers face declining readership and environmental concerns, urging a shift towards more sustainable and accessible media formats.
Millennials defend hip-hop icon Eminem's controversial music from Gen Z criticism
Eminem’s music ignites feud between Gen Z and Millennials
By Ocean Threats, Staff Writer • Dec 24, 2024
The generational feud over Eminem on TikTok highlights differing perspectives on music and culture between Millennials and Gen Z, emphasizing the evolving influence of social media.
 CREATION VS CREATOR  Finding the balance between science and religion, while complex, is more simple that most people believe.
Rethinking the divide between faith and science
By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer • Dec 23, 2024
The perceived conflict between science and Christianity is often overstated. Historical ties show they can complement each other, enriching both scientific inquiry and spiritual understanding.
Celebrities like Britney Spears, Aaliyah and Christina Aguilera served as the trendsetters of the 2000s, paving the way for Y2K trends today through their iconic styles.
Nostalgia on sale: The Y2K aesthetic
By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer • Nov 12, 2024
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Elections are exhaustingly long
By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer • Nov 5, 2024
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