BLOTTER: Person wearing clown mask reported by peeved students

Share: *Note: This blotter contains sensitive information related to suicide and suicidal thoughts.  Monday, October 20, 2025  9:01 a.m. – A student reported a homeless man was inside the Sculpture Garden acting weird. He was escorted from the premises.  3:03 p.m. –  A staff member reported that he was arguing with a student over a parking stall inside Lot 7. The dispute was resolved.  4:19 p.m. –  A report was filed that a student made verbal threats to an individual.  5:09 p.m. – Staff reported …

My Territory: Pasadena will always be my original stomping ground

Share: In the early morning hours of Monday, September 17, 2001 my life began at the Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, California. My parents were super excited to be parents again and had their personal happy moment with the birth of their youngest daughter, especially just 6 days following the aftermath of a terrorist attack on the country.  From my parents and family’s world, the moment that I was born proved to them that beautiful moments can still happen, even in the wake of a …

‘The Smashing Machine’ knocks out expectations

Share: The Smashing Machine movie was based on the private life experienced by the two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, Mark Kerr, including his UFC career, personal hardships, drug addiction, friendship with Mark Coleman, and tumultuous relationship with former model, Dawn Staples. This movie followed the timeline during the 1997-2000 years. The film showcased topics covering the time when UFC was deemed violent, aggressive, dangerous, and with 36 states banning “no holds barred” fighting and cable providers refusal to air the fights. The biopic was centered …

Charlie Kirk wasn’t perfect, but he represented his faith the best that he could

Share: On Sunday, Sept. 21st, 90,000 people peacefully gathered at the StateFarm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona to pay their respects and honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. Overflow crowds were redirected to the Desert Diamond Arena and millions of viewers were watching world-wide. The most prominent, and recognizable Christian singers such as Chris Tomlin, Brandon Lake, Phil Wickham, Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe led worship and sang songs like Chris Tomlin’s, “How Great Is Our God,” Kari Jobe sang Hillsong’s “What A Beautiful …

Trump stood up to shut down health rumors

Share: There has been news circulating about Donald Trump’s health declining since pictures were surfacing  of his bruised hands during a press conference. He also had bruises on his legs, that people began  to speculate that he was dying. The rumor mill was running wild this past weekend that Trump had passed away from his health conditions, but this past Tuesday, Trump held a press conference about the Space Command’s relocation, and the meeting displayed Trump as very much alive and in good condition, obvious …

Students have mixed reactions to the potential ban of food dyes

Share: Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. strives to ban petroleum-based synthetic food dyes, including Red 40, FD&C Green No 3; FD&C Red No 40; FD&C Yellow No 5; FD&C Yellow No 6; FD&C Blue No 1; and FD&C Blue No 2. These dyes are planned to be removed from food-colored snacks and beverages in the upcoming year due to health concerns among children.  Kennedy promised Americans that these unhealthy dyes will be permanently removed from food and drinks that contain …

PRO: There are bigger problems than having the Ten Commandments in classrooms

Share: Texas will soon implement a new bill requiring its public schools to display the 10 Commandments inside classrooms. In addition, on Friday, Texas House members accepted a bill that would allow school districts to permit a prayer period to read Bible passages with parental approval. It is seemingly apparent that Texas public schools’ goal is to educate students on sharing the gospel with students who may be unfamiliar with the Lord.  This bill was recognized as a victory for the state since Texas lawmakers …

‘Laughs, giggles, and good music’: Karaoke event unites community with love of singing

Share: PCC’s FYE Program hosted a karaoke event that will be remembered. The songs were mostly popular, ranging from Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way’ to Beyonce’s ‘Love on Top’, all being sung by free-spirited college students that were singing like nobody was watching.  FYE Center Support Lead, Bri Marquez, supported the ideas and reflected the passion of her student employees, helping them organize the karaoke event on campus. “I’m in charge of the workshops and events that go on here. This is our friendship series …

Revoking habeas corpus will drastically change the future of America forever

Share: It was 1787 when Habeas Corpus was made a part of the Constitution, allowing anyone in the United States to challenge their detention in court, until now. This past Friday, the White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Stephen Miller, announced that Donald Trump and his administration are working on having habeas corpus suspended, during a time when the Trump Administration is actively working to deport hundreds of illegal immigrants.  The U.S. Constitution states that this liberty could be suspended during a time of rebellion …

‘I want to be a superhero’: Lancer defensive lineman commits to UC Davis

Share: Julius Ray’s passion for pigskin began as a child. Surrounded by family and friends watching the Super Bowl is an American experience, but for Ray, it was much more than just two teams battling it out for the Lombardi. A heroic late-game touchdown cheered on by his loved ones served as his foundation for his football passion.  “I love superheroes, and in a sense that [touchdown scorer] was a superhero,” Ray said. “That connection made me say, oh, I want to be a superhero. …