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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

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People have mixed opinions when weighing in on Cesar Morales' case. "There is no standard “sentence” to be given out in such speed racing cases or in any juvenile justice case," said Sharon Cho, a juvenile court judge. Morales and Harrison took part in a street race, in a Mercedes and a BMW respectively, on Nov. 4, 2022.
Sentencing on juvenile manslaughter case sparks public outcry
Jiya Venkatesh, Staff Writer • February 9, 2025

Public outcry has followed the sentencing of 20-year-old Cesar Morales, whose car crash resulted in the deaths of a couple, leaving their twin...

A young climber scales a steep wall. “Climbing has impacted my life by teaching me how to persevere through numerous obstacles. It has also allowed me to think outside the box to solve difficult problems,” said Alex Lu, a high school competitor at Movement Belmont. 
Indoor climbing ascends in popularity
Nikhil Nunna, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

The indoor climbing industry has boomed in the past few years, with a 76% increase in the number of climbing gyms in the United States from 2014 to 2023. Over the last decade, interest in rock climbing and bouldering has steadily increased....

A small jets sit outside of the main building of San Carlos Airport (SQL). Many of the flights at SQL are general aviation, while others use jets for commercial purposes.
San Carlos Airport narrowly avoids loss of air traffic controllers
Chloe Taylor, Staff Writer • February 4, 2025

San Carlos Airport (SQL) narrowly avoided losing its air traffic controllers after a dispute over contract renewal with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). On Jan. 29, SQL air traffic controllers announced they would leave indefinitely...

While San Carlos' Lunar New Year Celebration is still young, the traditions found in the celebration, such as the Dragon Dance, which elementary school students performed, were not. San Carlos' celebration allowed everyone to feel welcome and joy on this occasion, regardless of who they are or if they have celebrated before. "The San Carlos Lunar New Year Celebration is more than just an event — it's a chance for all of us to come together, share joy, and learn more about one another. Whether it's your first time celebrating or this is already a beloved holiday, we hope this event brings you happiness," said Victoria Cheng, the community organizer for the celebration.
San Carlos welcomes the Year of the Snake
Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

With performances from local schools, arts and crafts, and its lion dance, the City of San Carlos celebrated the Lunar New Year while emphasizing community engagement. The Lunar New Year, a holiday observed by billions of people worldwide,...

Karen Singer, from the California Kung Fu and Tai Chi Institute, performs Tai Chi with an imitation sword. The demonstration sport has evolved from a form of self-defense to a form of art that has been popularized among adults. “Our students perform with more ‘dangerous’ weaponry while us, adults, perform Tai Chi and only sometimes utilize weapons,” Singer said.
Indoor celebration brings Lunar New Year magic to Redwood City
Ami Dong, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

Lion dancers. Martial artists. Taiko drummers. Despite the rainy weather and last-minute transition to hold the event indoors, the community was present to celebrate the Year of the Snake at the 14th annual Lunar New Year Celebration in Redwood...

A family looks through the various red envelopes to give out for the Lunar New Year bringing good luck and prosperity. Each of them are decorated snake themed designs for the Year of the Snake.
Guests explore the vibrant San Francisco Flower Market Fair
Olivier Kondo, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

The Lunar New Year 2025 Flower Market Fair starts a month-long series of weekend festivities and events celebrating the Year of the Snake. On Jan. 25, 2025, the weekend before the Lunar New Year, San Francisco Chinatown hosted its annual...

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