Share: California’s governor, Gavin Newsom has taken recent initiatives to address the state’s escalating homeless crisis, which has sparked a major debate. While his administration has introduced measures aimed at reducing encampments and providing support to the unhoused, critics argue that these actions may be more about political optics than substantive change. In May 2025, Newsom called on cities and countries to ban homeless encampments on public property, offering $3.3 billion in state funding for housing, mental health services, and related support for cities that …
What’s the matter with dark matter? Carnegie scientist does deep dive
Share: “How do we know dark matter exists?” This was the question keynote speaker and Carnegie Scientist Dr. Andrew Robertson posed to rows of curious and eager PCC students packed like sardines in the Creveling Lounge. On Tuesday, May 13, Dr. Robertson gave an in-depth lecture on the evidence that he has helped research suggesting that dark matter, “a mysterious substance that affects and shapes the cosmos,” (NASA) exists as the final lecture of the Carnegie Science Observatories Lecture Series for the 2024-2025 school year. …
Resource fair for foster students aims to help, but there’s a long way to go
Share: Students in the lounge moved from table to table, gathering pamphlets, free handouts and informational flyers to take along. With small sandwiches, soft drinks, snacks and music, the event offered an open space to let those interested to educate themselves on foster care resources. May is Foster Care Awareness month in the U.S, and as a result, PCC hosted a Foster Resource Fair on Thursday, May 15. Hosted in the Creveling Lounge at noon for two hours, PCC and groups local to the Los …
My Territory: An Eagle Rock education taught me how to soar with sympathy
Share: The city of Eagle Rock is where it all started for me. Living and growing up in a safe, close-knit community where the neighbors knew your name, all because you were a student attending schools in the Eagle Rock area. From attending preschool all the way up to high school in this suburb, Eagle Rock was my original stomping ground. After playing with my friend, Miranda, in the preschool’s playground on a beautiful, bright, and sunny day, my mother would pick me up from …
Death penalty push only fuels Luigi’s martyrdom
Share: In an unjust trial, Attorney General Pam Bondi decided to pursue the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of the December 4, 2024, assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. With the law being so biased and strict, seemingly exclusively towards Mangione in an already flawed legal system, it almost seems as if they’re using him as an example to deter others from committing similar actions. It is unfair that Mangione allegedly shot one individual without attempting to harm others, but is treated as if …
The dolls are back in the Playhouse
Share: The Pasadena Playhouse’s 100 year anniversary celebration kicked off with a fun, festive party with a red carpet and an open bar full of spectators excited to watch Lucas Hnath 2017’s, “A Doll’s House Part 2.” This modern reenactment of Henrik’s Ibsen’s controversial play from 1879, “A Doll’s House,” starred famous actress Elizabeth Reaser who played the main character Nora, and Jason Butler Harner who was casted as Torvaldt, Nora’s kind, caring, and sympathetic husband. Adam J. Smith was Torvald’s understudy. Two more talented …
BLOTTER: Student reports man for masturbating on campus (yet again)
Share: Monday, May 5, 2025 8:42 a.m. – A student that doesn’t attend PCC nor live in California, reported that somebody fraudulently used their identity to apply for funds here. The victim of fraud was instructed to report this to his state’s jurisdiction and contact the school once they have a case number. 9:17 a.m. – A teacher reported that a male individual took items from the Octagon area during her class and did not obey when instructed to return the equipment. An officer arrived …
GALLERY: Waiting for Guidance at Student Services
Share: Photographed by Raleigh Ebner for the PCC Courier, PCC students wait for their drop-in appointments at the Counseling Services on Monday, May 5, 2025. The image captures an ordinary yet meaningful moment of waiting in a space where support and guidance begin. Follow:
Israel continues to play the hero while being the villain
Share: Over the weekend, Israel’s security cabinet voted to increase military options and approve an expansion of operations in Gaza. Since the October 7, 2023, attacks began, there are plans in motion now suggesting that there are plans for a ceasefire, to defeat Hamas in Gaza, and to rescue the hostages. Israel is using their war effort to rescue hostages with their military action plan. This plan is likely to be set in motion following President Donald Trump’s arrival in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab …
GALLERY: Around the World at PCC — International Fair Highlights
Share: PCC Courier photographers captured the lively atmosphere of the International Culture Fair, where students explored music, dance, and meaningful artifacts from around the world. The photos reflect a joyful celebration of cultural identity and community on campus. Follow: