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The Mirror

The L.A. zoo offers captivating exhibits for a plethora of animals.

L.A. Zoo, NHMLAC and La Brea Tar Pits offer free admission to students

Prominent L.A. exhibits began offering free admission to LAUSD students starting March 20 due to the three-day strike.
By Baron Kim, Staff Mar 20, 2023
Prominent L.A. exhibits began offering free admission to LAUSD students starting March 20 due to the three-day strike.
LAUSD unionized employees rallied for better wages on Wednesday, Mar. 15.

School strike looms

Service workers and teachers unions join forces in plan to shut down LAUSD for three days over labor contracts.
By Mia Ramirez, Staff Mar 17, 2023
A three-day strike is planned by UTLA and SEIU Local 99 to shut down LAUSD schools. The unions accuse the district of illegal anti union activity and bad faith negotiations.
Teachers across Los Angeles rally to demand a significant increase in their pay.

Teachers and service workers hold massive rally

Union leaders announce a three-day strike beginning March 21
By Mia Ramirez, Staff Mar 16, 2023
Thousands of unionized LAUSD workers showed up at a downtown event to demand higher pay and better working conditions.
HOOKED: for some students, coffee is more than a drink, rather an integral player in academic survival.

Crazy for caffeine

75% of teenagers consume caffeine on a daily basis, with many students using it as a means to stay awake and attentive for school.
By Mia Ramirez and Lindsay Han Mar 15, 2023
75% of teenagers consume caffeine on a daily basis, with many students using it as a means to stay awake and attentive for school.
Schools across the U.S. are struggling with a shortage of qualified teachers, with many positions remaining vacant or filled by underqualified individuals.

Teacher shortage: It’s everywhere

Covid, the economy and personal circumstances cause a crisis in education.
By Olamide Olumide, News/Features Editor Mar 11, 2023
Covid, the economy and personal circumstances cause a crisis in education.
Due to the lack of support to teachers, they are going on strike against LAUSD.

Demanding change from the district

Multiple members of LAUSD’s school staff plan to go on strike some time in March in order to have their demands heard by the district.
By Mia Ramirez, Staff Mar 10, 2023
Multiple members of LAUSD’s school staff plan to go on strike some time in March in order to have their demands heard by the district.
Although the hail was short lived, the auspicious timing allowed for all to experience it.

Light hail showers over Van Nuys High School

Students and faculty enjoyed a pleasant surprise of snow-like hail during lunch.
By Olamide Olumide, News/Features Editor Mar 1, 2023
Students and faculty enjoyed a pleasant surprise of snow-like hail during lunch.
Heavy breeze causes falling trees

Heavy breeze causes falling trees

On Feb. 25, the Southern California blizzard knocked down three trees on the quad. Students expressed their opinion on the situation.
By Lindsay Han, Staff Feb 26, 2023
On Feb. 25, the Southern California blizzard knocked down three trees on the quad. Students expressed their opinion on the situation.
Due to the strong storm, the National Weather Service issued a blizzard warning for parts of Southern California.

California’s bizarre blizzard adventure

In light of a severe storm, the National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning in some parts of Southern California.
By Olamide Olumide, News/Features Editor Feb 24, 2023
In light of a severe storm, the National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning in some parts of Southern California.
Van Nuys High School under lockdown after suspected armed student

Van Nuys High School under lockdown after suspected armed student

A sudden lockdown occurred at Van Nuys High School, after a 911 report was issued for a student in possession of a firearm, which was later confirmed to be a replica firearm.
By Lindsay Han and Baron Kim Feb 16, 2023
A sudden lockdown occurred at Van Nuys High School, after a 911 report was issued for a student in possession of a firearm, which was later confirmed to be a replica firearm.
Drone warfare changes the face of Russian-Ukrainian War: The role of unmanned aerial vehicles

Drone Warfare is a game changer

This technology and employment of unmanned aerial vehicles at the soldier level is unprecedented in modern warfare.
By COL(R) Andrew R. Flynn Feb 13, 2023
This technology and employment of unmanned aerial vehicles at the soldier level is unprecedented in modern warfare.
California declared in state of emergency as rare rain storms leave 12 dead and 120,000 without power

California declared in state of emergency as rare rain storms leave 12 dead and 120,000 without power

President Biden issued a State of Emergency warning for California earlier this week due to the rain.
By Olamide Olumide, News/Features Editor Jan 13, 2023
President Biden issued a State of Emergency warning for California earlier this week due to the rain.
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