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 […]
Story by Kimberly Hsueh Staff Writer Photo courtesy of Gabriel Tom Contributor SPHS’ Virtual Business teams received high marks in its final competition of the year, the Bay Area Trade Fair, on Sunday, Mar. 15. Although the conference was canceled due to the coronavirus epidemic, South Pas’ companies — GLO and ARCH — submitted their competition materials […]
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor SPUSD contacted teachers and faculty members on Monday, Mar. 16, to prepare for a possible Independent Study Distance Learning Program. Online teaching is reportedly set to begin on Apr. 6 for SPUSD students if the program was to be implemented. Teachers will meet for […]
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Jayden Eden Staff Photographer The City of South Pasadena will close bars, dine-in restaurants, entertainment venues, and gyms to the public on Monday, Mar. 16 lasting until Mar. 31 due to L.A. County’s mandate to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Restaurants may continue to sell food for […]
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Katelyn Hernandez Staff Photographer The South Pasadena City Council released its agenda for a special meeting on Wednesday, Mar. 18, listing a resolution to proclaim a local emergency due to the coronavirus outbreak. The City Council later updated its agenda to include new recommendations as apart of the resolution, […]
Story by Tiger Staff Follow this page for updates on the coronavirus within South Pasadena and nearby communities. This page will be updated with the most relevant information as events unfold. Jul. 14: 132nd Tournament of Roses Parade announces cancellation of events due to coronavirus concerns Jul. 13: Coronavirus case increase prompts statewide reclosing of businesses […]
Story by Cloe MaurerAssociate Feature Editor Photo by Ella JayasekeraAssociate Photo Editor The 2020 Arcadia Invitational, one of the largest and most prestigious track meets in the nation, was canceled on Monday, Mar. 16, in accordance with new state and federal restrictions in an attempt to mitigate the coronavirus pandemic. The decision was yet another […]
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor The L.A. Department of Public Health confirmed 25 new cases of coronavirus in the county on Monday, Mar. 16, with a new confirmed case in South Pasadena. This is the first confirmed case of coronavirus in South Pasadena since the state declared a state of […]
Story by Noah Kuhn Associate News Editor Photo by Katelyn Hernandez Staff Photographer The South Pasadena Tenant Union (SPTU) has appealed to the City Council and the City Manager to pass eviction protection measures on Sunday, Mar. 15, in light of the economic consequences of the coronavirus. SPTU founders Anne Bagasao and John Srebalus have drafted […]
Story by Tiger Staff Photo by Tucker Judkins Contributor The SPUSD Food & Nutrition Services (FNS) program will begin serving free breakfast and lunch for pick-up at 1327 Diamond Avenue to any child under the age of 18 beginning on Monday, Mar. 16. The program aims to help families and children in need during SPUSD’s extended spring […]
Story by Amber Chen Staff Writer Photo by Ella Jayasekera Associate Photo Editor Resident shoppers have swamped local businesses, with customers emptying shelves and forming long-lines amidst LA County’s coronavirus outbreak. Stores have faced high demand for rationing and hygienic products as citizens brace for the coronavirus pandemic. The aisles and shelves of local grocery stores […]
Story by Cloe MaurerAssociate Feature Editor Illustration by Alicia ZhangStaff Writer Love is Blind, Netflix’s first attempt at a reality dating show, has been a wild success on paper. The show gained a large following and even a pull-down tab on Buzzfeed — major accomplishment alert. In the show, men and women live on separate […]
Story by Tiger Staff Photo by Katelyn Hernandez Staff Photographer All city facilities will close beginning Monday, Mar. 16, as the City of South Pasadena has taken further measures to inhibit the spread of the coronavirus. New city facilities closed include City Hall after the City announced the closure of the public library and senior center on […]
Story by Tiger Staff Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor SPUSD announced an added extension to SPUSD school’s spring break on Friday, Mar. 13, now giving students a three-week break that will last until Apr. 3. This comes after the school board approved an emergency resolution for a two-week spring break on Mar. 12 in […]
Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Photo courtesy of Matt ScholtzContributor Brian Wong wobbled on the ice. He had just joined the West Valley Wolves hockey team. He pressed forward, slowly gaining momentum, and glided across the rink. The junior didn’t know it yet, but this sport would strengthen his bonds with his family and also […]
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo courtesy of Vahe Martirosyan Contributor The City of South Pasadena released an update on Thursday, Mar. 12, taking precautionary measures such as facility closures and event cancellations due to LA County’s coronavirus threat. City services such as the South Pasadena Public Library and senior center will close beginning on […]
