“I’ll wake up at two o’clock in the morning, just to see if I got a text from my niece in Iran. But there’s no promise of hearing from her. Sometimes, I’ll zoom in on videos of bombings,...

California has been using attendance-based funding for decades. Because California is one of five states that use this method, controversy has arisen over how much money the state loses due to absences.   “Every...

As of recently, there has been a fight for the federal reserve that might shape its role within the United States government. The Federal Reserve (or Fed for short) is the government organization that...

After the dual attacks on the Twin Towers and the one on the Pentagon, Americans collectively held their breath. Killing 3,000 Americans, this was the first major attack on American soil after Pearl Harbor...

Everyone hears about the new tariffs being announced, but many don’t realize the real impact they can have—especially for students at Amador Valley High School. What the Tariff Means On April 2,...

As President Trump proceeds with freezing spending appropriated by Congress to the Department of Education, K-12 schools around the nation are feeling the pressure. Schools may prioritize cutting services...

President Donald Trump has approved several new trade policies that could significantly impact the U.S. economy, as well as foreign economies and businesses of all sizes. He believes the U.S. has long...

On Jan. 22, Sonoma State University (SSU) announced the elimination of its entire athletics and theatre program, as well as 20 majors. “It was very devastating news, because on Wednesday, we got the...

The city of Los Angeles has endured some of the worst natural disasters in recent California history. The Palisades and Eaton fires have raged through, destroying buildings, homes, and devastating families.  “I...

Certifying election results is a huge part in the U.S. election process, as it ensures that each vote matters and plays a part in electing a president. This process, which takes place in Congress, is vital...

Tariffs have been an element of the U.S. economy since its founding in 1789. Tariffs, or taxes on imported goods, are most commonly used to boost domestic industries and protect them from foreign competition.  “I...