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Light scattering on particles in the air from the fires gives the sky a scarlet orange appearance. Photo used with permission from Ashritha Nayini.

‘These places are what we considered home’: Palisades wildfires burn across Los Angeles

Peggy Chen and Rhea Kakde January 14, 2025

Wildfires swept across the greater Los Angeles area, including the Palisades area, since Jan. 7, 2025, according to reports from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE).  At...

State Superintendent Mo Green speaks to students. Superintendent Green brings both private and public sector experience to the position. Photo from mogreenfornc.com used for educational purposes.

Meet Mo: Superintendent Green’s plans for his term

Nolan Sullivan, Staff Writer January 13, 2025

On the first day of 2025, many North Carolinians celebrated the new year with resolutions and a fresh start, and one start comes with a new State Superintendent for North Carolina Public Schools (NCDPI)....

North Carolina has 11 million citizens, and these 10 members of Council of State shape policies that affect all constituents.

A look into Governor Josh Stein and the Council of State

Leo McDunn, Staff Writer January 10, 2025

Former Attorney General of North Carolina and current Governor Josh Stein has ambitious plans for the next four years. Stein served from 2008-2016 within the North Carolina General Assembly as a state...

Carrboro sues Duke Energy for their fossil fuel contributions.

Town of Carrboro sues Duke Energy for climate change impacts

Swornim Basnet, Staff Writer January 8, 2025

On Dec. 4, 2024, the Town of Carrboro sued Duke Energy as the town claimed that the company's decade-long nationwide climate deception scheme has worsened the environmental degradation in the area.  The...

A sign that announces the temporary closing of West Regional Library's building, one of many ways that library staff are informing visitors of the incoming renovations.

West Regional Library closes for renovations through fall 2025

Rhea Kakde and Peggy Chen January 7, 2025

For many, the West Regional Library is not just a location to borrow books but a space to focus on studies, access educational resources and even find employment. However, it has not been renovated since...

Photo used with permission from roya ann miller via Unsplash.

Green Hope’s ongoing push towards feminism

Zoey Mapara, Staff Writer December 16, 2024

Feminism is an evolving movement that addresses gender disparities across social, political and economic fields worldwide. It encompasses different perspectives and approaches that address the complexities...

Tariffs are controversial in their effects on the economy, ranging from either good or bad depending on how long it is in effect. Photo used with permission from Zoshua Colah via Unsplash.

Understanding tariffs: Impacts on prices, productivity and trade

Janiya Russell, Staff Writer December 16, 2024

Tariffs are a tax placed upon goods and services provided by other countries, and can cause an increase in price and decrease availability of those items. Tariffs create an economic burden on the country...

AI has an unexpected impact on natural resources: water usage. Often used to cool the data centers at the core of its generative capabilities, programs like ChatGPT pose challenges to regions with already-limited water resources.

Generative AI’s has a hidden footprint – and it isn’t what you think

Sophie Meekins, Staff Writer December 13, 2024

In an increasingly interconnected world, it is difficult for technology users to realize the far-reaching consequences of the computing software they use in their daily lives. Open AI’s popular online...

As the years go on, more and more women amass enough money to reach the billion dollars mark. Photo used with permission from Bermix Studio via Unsplash.

The rise of self-made female billionaires

Ava Kruczko, Staff Writer December 12, 2024

In 2024, there are more self-made female billionaires than ever before. In just this past year, 15 women have joined the ranks, a record breaking number. In a period where gender equality is gradually...

Many countries are cautious about the transition of power, due to Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham's classification as a terrorist organization. Photo used with permission from Ahmed Akacha via Pexels.

Renewed hope for Syrians as the Assad regime falls

Evan Tsambasis, Staff Writer December 12, 2024

On Dec. 8, 2024, the Bashar al-Assad regime fell to rebel forces after a ten-day attack. The regime had stood since July 2000, but failed to last nearly as long as was previously thought. President Assad...

The more that insulin prices continue to rise, the less likely a percentage of people can keep up with their dosages of the hormone.

A never ending battle: Insulin price gouging

Rz'Nasia Self, Staff Writer December 12, 2024

As of 2023, 11.3% (37.3 million people) of the United States population have diabetes. The primary treatment for this condition is insulin, a hormone that turns food into energy and lowers the amount...

The United States is involved in a multi-state outbreak of salmonella pertaining to cucumber products sold in local stores. Many people have already contracted the bacteria. Photo used with permission from Yosafat Herdian via Unsplash.

Recent Salmonella outbreak traced back to cucumbers

Janiya Russell, Staff Writer December 12, 2024

There is a multistate outbreak of Salmonella across America with a total of 19 states being affected. The outbreak can be traced back to cucumbers grown by “Argotato S.A de C.V” in Sonora, Mexico....

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