Share: In August 2022, the United Farm Workers Union marched from Delano to Sacramento, following the same path labor leader Cesar Chavez took in 1996. Inspired by Chavez’s achievements, this 335-mile march was held in hopes of passing the California Agriculture Labor Relations Voting Choice Act Assembly Bill. This bill would create more ways for farm workers to vote on union elections without pressure from growers or supervisors. Marching in the heat of summer along those farm workers, for the second time, was the president …
It’s superbloom season: Here’s SoCal’s best wildflower trails
Share: As we say goodbye to winter and welcome spring with record-breaking showers, it is the perfect time to go out and see the wildflower superblooms around Southern California. Here we’ll show you some of the best hiking trails and viewpoints to see some picturesque flower fields. 1. Starting off with Diamond Valley Lake, a man-made reservoir in Riverside county. This reservoir provides much to do with facilities such as an aquatic center, community park, hiking trails, and viewpoints. Diamond Valley Lake offers 3 trails: The …
‘COWBOY CARTER’ is the perfect mix of music regardless of your favorite genre
Share: Beyonce didn’t play it safe when she buckled her belt and strapped on her boots for her new country album, it was a full indulgence into a new terrain. “COWBOY CARTER” succeeded in creating a safe place for those who do not identify as Beyonce or country listeners to thoroughly enjoy. Approaching the first listen of Beyonce’s second act of her ‘Renaissance’ era, there were a lot of personal doubts in terms of how music can be enjoyed by those who don’t take themselves …
Spider-Man, Spider-Man, back in theaters cause Spidey can
Share: Spider-Man is a worldwide cultural phenomenon like no other, from his signature costume to his quips and jokes. Every generation is familiar with at least some iteration of the web slinger. If you didn’t see Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland as their own respective Spider-Man on the big screen, now’s your chance! Columbia Pictures is celebrating its 100 year anniversary with a redistribution of all 8 live action Spider-Man movies. What’s not to love about our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? The character takes …
Antisemites must not be allowed to co-opt Gaza conversation
Share: As the movement for Palestinian liberation gains popular support around the globe, it becomes ever more imperative to keep that movement focused on peace and not retaliation. A complaint from the Anti-Defamation League against Berkeley Unified School District made news at the beginning of March, accusing district teachers of building an atmosphere of antisemitic bullying. Last week, the Courier reported on efforts by PCC clubs to support the BDS movement against Israel’s apartheid. In that story, we wrote that the ADL — which opposes …
Lancers softball ‘grinding through it’ in loss to Santa Ana
Share: The rough stretch continues for the Lancers softball squad, as they give up five runs in the 6th inning to Santa Ana and lose 6-4, their 16th loss in 17 games. Pasadena would struggle to find consistency, as the defense held the Dons to a one run showing for five innings, and held the advantage for most of the game due to a pitcher error that would bring in three runs. “You’re seeing kids that didn’t have success [in batting] the first couple of …
Hozier’s new EP ‘Unheard’ is too sweet to pass on
Share: Hozier’s newly released EP, “Unheard,” has taken hold of his fans and the internet in the best way possible. The release of this new ep has showcased a new, unexpected kind of writing and sound from Hozier that fans haven’t seen before. Displaying his perspective of real-world issues through his songs as well as a new perspective on love, his usual muse for his music, Hozier composes such unique and extraordinary pieces that deserve their own spotlight in this EP. The collection of his …
McDaniel is out at NBC, but corporate media is all-in on killing democracy
Share: NBC News’s decision to sever ties with Ronna McDaniel, the former chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, might seem like a step towards journalistic integrity, but the truth is that corporate media remains as complicit in MAGA attacks on American democracy as ever. The hiring and sudden firing highlight the inherent tension between journalistic objectivity and the pursuit of profit. In an era marked by intense polarization and heightened political scrutiny, corporate media organizations often find themselves walking a tightrope between serving the public …
It’s time to kill unpaid internships for good
Share: All internships should be a paid internship. Yet somehow, in the year 2024 we are still allowing students or early career professionals to do free labor. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) 47% of internships were unpaid in 2022 and Pasadena City College has unpaid internships as listed opportunities for students. A brief history of the modern American internship can be traced to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938 where a loophole in the act provided the opportunity …
BLOTTER: Saxophone player causes late night ruckus in Lot 5
Share: Monday, March 25, 2024 7:32 a.m.: A transient around the Child Development Center was reported by staff and was found fleeing when the officer arrived. 12:25 p.m.: A subject was reported flaunting a knife at two students in lot 4, level 5. The situation is under investigation. 12:51 p.m.: An individual with their hands down their pants in CEC was reported. 6:28 p.m.: Reports of an individual crying by the library were made, issues were resolved as the officer contacted parties involved. Tuesday, …