Share: Coach Pat McGee knew to count on catcher Evan “Nuke” Nahra when the Lancers baseball team was down big and needed a spark. Nahra brought life to the Lancers multiple times, one of the most notable being a 3-RBI performance against East Los Angeles, which ignited a comeback victory to win 9-3 after falling behind 3-0. Evan Nahra is a hometown player for Pasadena, having his high school career just down the road at La Salle High School. At La Salle, he would win …
We don’t need more reality TV show politicians
Share: The prospect of actor and sports commentator Stephen A. Smith running for president as the Democratic candidate is ridiculous, and is not going to provide any positive momentum for the Democratic Party. There have been multiple mentions by Smith that he is going to run for president in 2028 and as time goes on what seemingly began as a rumor is evolving into something more serious. Smith, better known as “Stephen A.,” is not a political figure, and putting him in the presidential race …
PCC soccer star keeps Women’s Athlete of the Year title
Share: Pasadena City College’s women’s soccer team has witnessed a remarkable transformation over the last two seasons. At the heart of this resurgence is midfielder Charlie Gallardo. A now two-time Female Athlete of the Year for PCC, Gallardo has elevated her game, becoming an indispensable asset to the Lancers’ historic run. The dedication and performance that earned her the title of PCC’s Women’s Athlete of the Year for the 2023-2024 academic year have caused her to win this award for the second year in a …
Standout freshman is more than just a star on the gridiron
Share: PCC first-year football superstar Sione Suliafu helped lead the PCC lancers to their first undefeated season since 1974. Suliafu was voted as a unanimous First Team Defense defensive tackle and has a bright future ahead of him. Suliafu began football as a sophomore at Upland High School after some encouragement from his father and watching his cousin succeed on the football field. He spoke about how his mindset contributed heavily to the immense athletic success he’s seen in just four seasons. “I kinda just …
Altadena residents share uncertainty, unanswered questions after the fires
Share: This story was produced in partnership with LA Radio Club and was originally published in AfroLA. Since the fires, there has been an outpouring of support for Altadena residents who’ve been displaced. Food distribution, housing vouchers and clothing drives have supported fire survivors, but finding routine and balance has been difficult. “There’s no rhyme or reason to your day,” said 22-year old Seamus Bozeman. “That really sucks… because there’s no structure.” The day before the Eaton Fire, Bozeman felt grounded by a longstanding routine: …
GALLERY: Rooted in Resilience
Share: In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month, this gallery showcases the strength and diversity of our community through intimate visual storytelling. Courier photographer Anastasia Kiek captures moments that reflect the journeys, pride, and identities of immigrants at Pasadena City College. Follow:
GALLERY: The Art of Seeing at PCC
Share: The gallery showcases the artistic eye and journalistic skill of Courier photographers Justice Aragon, Desiree Brewington, Anastasia Kiek, Eizen Yap, and Lamar Collins. Tasked with capturing ten specific subjects across PCC’s campus—1) holding hands, 2) puddle, 3) bicyclist, 4) textbook, 5) pink shoes, 6) a police cadet, 7) construction hardhat, 8) sleeping in class, 9) music, and 10) art being created—the photographers used composition, depth, and creativity to elevate everyday scenes. Viewers are invited to explore each image and decide whether the photographer truly …
GALLERY: East West Players Perform Patsy at PCC
Share: The gallery features scenes from the May 20 performance of PATSY by East West Players Theatre for Youth at PCC’s Colorado campus. Courier photographer Anastasia Kiek captures moments before the show and during the performance, spotlighting the brilliant cast: Chloe Madriaga as Patsy, along with Stephan Haci and Evelyn Wu-Coffey – bringing this powerful story to life. Follow:
Diddy did it indeed, no need to deliberate
Share: Sean “ Puff Daddy, P-Diddy” Combs, a former billionaire, hip-hop mogul, and the self-proclaimed king of New York City, has been on trial and has been in federal custody in Brooklyn since his arrest in September 2024. Combs has been all over the headlines in every major and minor publication all over the world after his arrest, not just for the arrest but for the heinous accusations and charges being thrown at him. The federal government is accusing Combs of using his company, Combs …
Televising the DOJ’s visa competition capitalizes on cruelty
Share: Just when I thought American politics couldn’t be considered even more of a joke, speculation of a television show, The American, began surfacing online and in multiple news publications. The concept of this TV show would revolve around immigrants competing through a series of challenges around the country for an opportunity to accelerate their U.S. citizenship. Not obtain completely, not maintain, simply to expedite their citizenship, which would not even guarantee the physical card or papers. Purely a shot at the sweet freedom we’re …