Story by Sofia Alva News Associate Editor Photo by Ella Jayasekera Photography Editor Graphics by Charlotte Cohen Associate Design Editor The district’s annual School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) revealed evidence of racism and other inequities at SPHS. The data, which analyzes performance level across a variety of demographics, generated severe criticism from parents and students. The SPSA […]
The Anti-Racism Committee fights for local change
Story by Haelee Kim Staff Writer Photo by Will Hoadley-Brill Contributor Since its inception, the South Pasadena Anti-Racism Committee (ARC) has dedicated itself to dismantling racism within the city through grassroots organizing in government, education, public safety, and the arts. This past year, the ARC worked with Care First and Black Lives Matter (BLM) South […]
State restrictions postpone SPUSD TK-2 reopening
Story by Katie Hohman Staff Writer Photo courtesy of Abigail Silver Contributor The district has delayed its grades TK-2 return plan indefinitely after state officials released new restrictions on Thursday, Jan. 14 that prohibit L.A. County schools from reopening due to record coronavirus cases. SPUSD elementary schools had previously been approved to reopen in January, but […]
Vaccine distribution brings hope, frustration
Story by Zoe Schlaak Staff Writer Illustration by Alicia Zhang Staff Illustrator Photos courtesy of Anne Michels M.D., Jose Cervantes M.D., Josh Albrektson M.D., & Jehni Robinson M.D. Contributors Community members expressed relief and annoyance about vaccine distribution as South Pasadena approaches 1,200 coronavirus cases. California organized the vaccine distribution into Phases 1A, 1B, 1C, and 2, and they are […]
City Council passes permanent eviction protection ordinance after months of prolonged moratorium
Story by Zoe SchlaakStaff Writer Photo by Noah KuhnNews Editor The City Council unanimously approved a permanent renters protection ordinance that requires landlords to obtain a permit before evicting tenants for remodeling at its meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 20. The permanent ordinance follows months of a prolonged moratorium and advocacy from the South Pasadena Tenants Union (SPTU). […]
APUSH students aid people experiencing homelessness through annual sock drive
Story by Quinn Manzo Staff Writer Graphic by Daniel Lin Contributor The annual SPHS student-run sock drive and fundraiser for people experiencing homelessness began on Tuesday, Jan. 5 and will continue through Friday, Jan. 29. South Pasadena community members can place new pairs of socks into the designated bag at the front office on Fremont Avenue or […]
2020: A year in review
Story, Photos, & Illustrations by Tiger Staff 2020 has been an unprecedented year. At this point that phrase is an annoying cliche, but with 12 months that included a global pandemic, a nationwide reckoning over racism, a fierce election cycle, and many local clashes and scandals, there is no other accurate way to describe this […]
Holiday donation drive for those facing homelessness rendered a success
Story by Eddie ZhouStaff Writer Photos by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer Black Lives Matter South Pasadena, Care First, and the Anti-Racism Committee distributed cold weather gear and hot food to around 40 unhoused locals in a holiday donation drive at the South Pasadena Public Library and the Arroyo Seco Park on Thursday, Dec. 24. In total, volunteers […]
City Council extends eviction moratorium four months amidst public misunderstanding
Story by Zoe Schlaak Staff Writer The South Pasadena City Council further extended its eviction moratorium, which prevents renters from eviction due to substantial remodel without a permit, another four months at its meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 16. The extension is intended to allow for more community outreach and time for the Planning Commission before […]
Activist groups seek donations for holiday drive to support unsheltered neighbors
Story by Eddie Zhou Staff Writer Graphic by Grace Dennis Contributor Care First South Pasadena, Black Lives Matter South Pasadena, and the Anti-Racism Committee of South Pasadena are hosting a holiday donation drive for unhoused neighbors on Thursday, Dec. 24. The groups will distribute cold weather gear and hot food at the South Pasadena Public Library […]
Calculus for a Cause goes virtual, raises money for mental health resources
Story by Quinn Manzo Staff Writer Photo courtesy of Calculus for a Cause Contributor SPHS’ Calculus For a Cause team hosted their biannual fundraiser virtually on Friday, Dec. 11. This year the fundraiser attracted 99 students from grades 9 through 12 and 42 tutors. Students logged onto the three-hour Zoom call and joined a breakout room […]
Coronavirus surge results in greater restrictions
Story by Zoe Schlaak Staff writer Illustration by Alicia Zhang Staff Illustrator Record high coronavirus cases have prompted L.A. County public health officials to establish new stringent restrictions, including the prohibition of all gatherings that include more than one household, starting on Monday, Nov. 30 through Saturday, Dec. 20. Besides faith gatherings and protests, which […]
Man confirmed dead after attacking ex-girlfriend, killed in self-defense
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer A white man in his 40s has been confirmed dead after breaking into his estranged girlfriend’s house on Five Oaks Drive and attempting to kill her just before 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28. The girlfriend’s mother and sister subsequently killed the attacker in self-defense. The attacker reportedly threw a […]
Police Chief Joe Ortiz retires amidst community calls for SPPD investigation
Story by Zoe Schlaak Staff Writer Photo by Tony Chen Contributor SPPD Chief of Police Joe Ortiz announced his formal retirement for his term, intended to officially begin March 1, 2021. Ortiz has served as chief of the SPPD since his appointment on April 1, 2019. Deputy Police Chief Brian Solinsky was specified as immediate Interim […]
Native American Heritage Month: Recognizing the Tongva
Story by Sofia Alva, Quinn Manzo, Adam Kwoh, & Luyang ZhangStaff Writers & Copy Editors Illustrations by Terry SongStaff Illustrator Native American Heritage Month is celebrated throughout November to acknowledge the contributions, culture, and history of Native American people. Tiger interviewed two members of the local San Gabriel Valley Tongva tribe to better understand what […]
Community groups host Thanksgiving drive for unhoused locals
Story by Eddie Zhou Staff Writer Graphic courtesy of Care First and Black Lives Matter South Pasadena Contributors Local advocacy groups Care First South Pasadena and Black Lives Matter (BLM) South Pasadena are embracing gratitude by hosting a Thanksgiving Day dinner and cold weather gear distribution for unhoused people in the community. Those who wish to donate […]