Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief
May 21, 2020 • No Comments
In this heartfelt interivew, Marita De Leon expresses the impact left behind by her father the late Manuel De Leon, a former Cerritos College arts professor.
Recent Arts & Entertainment Stories
My Vasculitis Awareness Month story
May 21, 2020
At just 22 years old, I had to overcome the greatest challenge of my life.
May 20, 2020
The essentials for all stoners on wheels!
Cerritos College’s first online Student Art Exhibit goes live this week
May 19, 2020
The online catalog will debut on May 22 and features 'the best our students are producing.'
Revolutionary leader Miguel Hidalgo's last name is spelled out with flowers. Attendees were free to take selfies with it.
Attendees mingle as they wait for their food to be ready or ordered.
As Fiesta Patrias opens its doors to the public, a mariachi band performs their songs.
Kids activities included a jumper, rock climbing and arts and crafts.
Attendees gather around as the Santa Fe Springs City Council begin "el grito" announcing Mexico's Independence from Spain. Photo credit: Karen Miramontes
Colorful decorations and bright lights were placed at the Fiesta Patrias event.
Bryan Ramirez, Contributor
May 20, 2020 • No Comments
This student essay discusses the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and what it could potentially mean for the environment, specifically in China.
Recent Opinion Stories
Pets are family, not disposable objects
May 17, 2020
Animal shelters are preparing for what could be a traumatizing time for animals as they brace for a high volume of returned pets who were used as a form of entertainment during the stay-at-home order.
We can’t just let our dreams be dreams!
May 17, 2020
While a utopia may be an unachievable goal, imagining one can be a powerful tool to wield in the face of dystopian reality.
Cerritos professors reflect on the move to online-only
May 12, 2020
How did they do it and what lessons have they learned themselves?
Daniel Suarez Jr., Staff Writer
May 18, 2020 • No Comments
Due to projected billion-dollar decreases in budget, Newsom states "the enormity of the task at hand cannot just be borne by a state."
Recent Community Stories
Talks of Norwalk-La Mirada schools set to potentially close
May 17, 2020
Budget issues, low enrollment and COVID-19 all contribute to possible closings.
Community updates for the week of May 18
May 17, 2020
Quarantine continues and so do the updates.
Lakewood offers free resources to those in need
May 10, 2020
The drive-through "Lakewood Cares" event provided care packages in response to COVID-19.
Kianna Znika, Rebecca Aguila, and Luis Lemus
May 17, 2020
Although it is not possible to overdose on cannabis, it is important to know it's possible to reach one's own limit.
Keanu Ruffo, Staff Writer
May 20, 2020 • No Comments
The boxing world just got a whole lot more interesting with a familiar face returning in the last two weeks.
Recent Sports Stories
After 11 years of leading the Falcons, Coach Russell May is nowhere near done
May 18, 2020
The coach has been a part of the Cerritos men's basketball program for 17 years and is still achieving great things.
Off The Field: Copycat Clippers buy The Forum in Inglewood
May 16, 2020
The Clippers believe they can find future championship success by buying The Forum where the Lakers won many championships.
The Angel City Games will go virtual this summer
May 15, 2020
COVID-19 causes change in venues for the competition, but not the spirit.
