Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer
Grace Stiefel (2026) is excited to be a cartoonist for her third year of journalism. She enjoys drawing, acting, and playing video games.
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An Elementary School student reads a book in Spanish, expanding their knowledge and curiosity.
The University of California (UC) has been facing a housing crisis across many of its campuses, with some students resorting to staying in hotels due to the lack of permanent housing, according to CalMatters.
Donald Trump reaches for control of Greenland. Trump first proposed purchasing Greenland during his first term in 2019, since his re-election in 2024, Trump has revisited this proposal.
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Beneath the furious Friday lights, all eyes flock to the turf. The crowd eagerly observes as 22 sweaty high schoolers throw, kick, catch, tackle, and run.
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Images of food come out of a phone screen. The harmful effects of social media influencing on the types of foods people eat has the effect of perpetuating unhealthy foods and eating habits.
A hand presses a button to pause funding of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and Head Start early education programs. According to HeadStart.gov, California is the largest recipient...
As students navigate the complexities of high school, many take part in the seven sins of high school.
A person stares at a blurred voting ballot, unable to process the different policies each candidate has outlined for their platform. Literacy and democracy are closely intertwined, as democracy relies...
A new law banning the sale of semiautomatic handguns that can be easily converted into automatic weapons will take effect next year, raising constitutional concerns and questions among local gun owners....
A student pauses at a wall of posters for school clubs and activities. While opportunities appear plentiful, costs and unequal access keep many Carlmont students from participating, which can negatively...
Many individuals balance extracurriculars and maintain top grades throughout high school, yet despite their efforts, they are often overshadowed by peers who rely on money and influence to secure spots...
The futures of millions of Americans rest in the hands of individuals whose clocks are ticking. Cognitive decline and unconventional decisions are prevalent in today's politics as government officials...
The humanities and social sciences are undervalued as a result of society's overemphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) departments. The systemic bias towards STEM can be seen...
Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program risks undermining the trust of millions of users. With social media being a primary source of news for many, this change could make Meta's platforms more...
Many Americans hold a deep national and patriotic pride for their country. In recent years however, this pride has been declining.
A bulldozer clears the land to expand infrastructure for a nearby city. With Donald Trump ending the Justice40 initiative, federal funds that were meant for marginalized communities are now redirected...
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement after months of negotiations, initiating a three-stage plan that includes the release of hostages, Israeli troops withdrawing from...
As the thick scent of aged paper and leather furnishes the air, a small crowd of shoppers disperses throughout the store, foraging for the next paperback to satisfy their craze. They wander along the shelves...
With high shares of the market, industry giants monopolize content, forcing viewers to pay the price for exclusive media. Because the streaming industry has little to no regulation in subscription pricing,...
The importance of polling rises to the top of conversation after the results of the presidential election. Lowered response rates led to more uncertainty as to who the victor would be pre-election, symbolized...
A hand attached to a chain is bound by a paintbrush drawing "Prop 6," signifying the restrictions of the current California amendment. With California Proposition 6, people who are incarcerated will be...
With the upcoming presidential election, reproductive rights are put on the foreground of political discussion.
Students continue to aspire towards an Ivy League education, despite the high tuition costs and low acceptance rates.
With recent advances of digital media and technology, misinformation has never been easier to spread. As readers navigate an overwhelming volume of news sources, distinguishing facts from falsehoods becomes...
The limited number of test centers in the Bay Area forces students to travel long distances to take the SAT, creating inequities in terms of both time and cost. This inconvenience puts additional stress...
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