Story by Cloe MaurerAssociate Feature Editor Illustration by David SohnStaff Illustrator Disney’s film adaptation of the YA classic Stargirl was neither a trainwreck nor particularly well executed. It can be most fittingly described as “lost in translation.” The whole movie felt like a missed high five. Disney, with its nearly unlimited resources, was unable to […]
Facing coronavirus in South Pasadena
Story by Amber ChenStaff Writer Illustration by Alicia ZhangStaff Illustrator Responses have been edited for clarity. Repercussions of the social distancing measures put in place to combat the coronavirus have taken a significant toll on people nationwide. Airlines have shut down, conferences have been cancelled, and many businesses have been forced to close their doors. […]
Senior class Yosemite trip called off in consequence of coronavirus threat
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Alicia Alderete Contributor SPHS’ annual end of the year senior class trip to Yosemite National Park has been canceled in response to the coronavirus threat. The trip’s non-profit, NatureBridge, announced the cancellation of all its programs until June 5, 2020. The organization provides outdoor education programs to students through […]
L.A. confirms South Pasadena’s fourth coronavirus case
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor The L.A. County Department of Public Health confirmed a total of four coronavirus cases in South Pasadena on Thursday, Mar. 26. The number of confirmed cases has spiked rapidly, with 559 new confirmed cases in L.A. County since Mar. 24. In the Public Health Department’s […]
Community bands together in grocery shopping volunteer service
Story by Amber Chen Staff Writer Photo by Ella Jayasekera Associate Photo Editor Residents have banded together to help the community during the coronavirus outbreak, founding the South Pasadena Volunteer Grocery Shoppers program to assist seniors, families with special needs students, and the otherwise health compromised with groceries and/or pharmaceutical needs in order to reduce their exposure […]
L.A. confirms South Pasadena’s third coronavirus case
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor The L.A. County Department of Health confirmed 71 new cases of coronavirus and a new confirmed death in Culver City on Sunday, Mar. 22. The county has also confirmed the third coronavirus case in the South Pasadena area. According to L.A. County’s Mar. 22 news […]
SPHS Alumni Association to offer scholarships despite school closure
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer Photo by Tiger Staff The SPHS Alumni Association (SPHSAA) is continuing to offer its annual scholarships for high school seniors who hope to pursue any higher education — including community college, four-year colleges or universities, and vocational schools. In light of SPUSD closing all schools until May 5, the association […]
Is there a zone between race-blind and tokenism? ‘Altered Carbon’ says… sort of
Story by Dominic MarzialiOnline Managing Editor Illustration by Nicholas FormanStaff Illustration Netflix has taken a few turns and tumbles with the rise of the #MeToo movement. In its haste to become a fan favorite platform, the behemoth started mass-producing movies and shows with non-white leads. However, Netflix clearly became a believer of quantity over quality. […]
L.A. confirms second case of coronavirus in South Pasadena
Story by Adam KwohNews Editor Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor The L.A. County Department of Health confirmed a new case of the coronavirus in South Pasadena, making it the city’s second laboratory-confirmed case during the coronavirus pandemic. The number of confirmed cases in L.A. County has more than tripled within the past 4 days, with a current […]
SPUSD to extend closure until May 5
Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor SPUSD announced it will extend its school closure until Tuesday, May 5, on Friday, Mar. 20. The district is acting in response to the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s recommendation concerning the coronavirus pandemic and expects a Monday, May 4, return date for employees […]
Pasadena faces second coronavirus death in L.A. at Huntington Hospital
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor California resident Jeffrey Ghazarian died at Pasadena’s Huntington Hospital on Thursday, Mar. 19, after testing positive for coronavirus following a visit to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios in Florida. The 34-year old’s passing marks the second confirmed death in L.A. County. Ghazarian, according to TMZ, developed a fever and […]
City passes emergency tenant protections in light of coronavirus outbreak
Story by Sofia Alva Staff Writer Photo by Katelyn Hernandez Staff Photographer The South Pasadena City Council passed a resolution to declare a local emergency and establish residential and commercial renter protections at their meeting on Wednesday, Mar. 18, due to the coronavirus outbreak. This declaration also adopts regulations for private and public facilities and gatherings and […]
‘Modern Love: The Podcast’ masterfully captures the essence of love
Story by Amber ChenStaff Writer Illustration by Alicia ZhangStaff Illustrator 5/5 stars ‘Modern Love: The Podcast’ features a series of readings of love essays based on real-life experiences from The New York Times’ column “Modern Love.” These readings, recited by actors, masterfully encapsulate the emotion of the pieces they deliver, making for immersive and compelling […]
Local pub violates social distancing measures, prompting community backlash
Story and photo by Dominic Marziali Online Managing Editor Griffins of Kinsale, the pub on Mission St. near the Metro Gold line, opened for a dine-in St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Mar. 17, despite a mandate from the City and L.A. County to service delivery and takeout only. SPPD officers closed the establishment due to […]
CIF defers spring season decision to Apr. 3
Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Photo by Ella JayasekeraAssociate Photo Editor The CIF State office did not reach a decision pertaining to the spring postseason games and the coronavirus outbreak in its annual spring meeting Tuesday, Mar. 17. The commissioners will reevaluate the situation on Friday, Apr. 3. While most preseason matches have been canceled, […]
The unseen consequences of coronavirus panic hoarding
Story by Noah KuhnAssociate News Editor Illustration by David SohnAssociate Design Editor Empty shelves. Lines around the block. Six feet of distance between individuals. Deserted public spaces. The coronavirus has completely upended life in Southern California in a wave of mass hysteria equally as dangerous as the disease itself. As Californians anticipate a complete lockdown […]