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Cosumnes River College student and candidate Francheska Delara. Delara is running for the Student Senate President position.

Student Candidate Forum presents student candidates

Danielle Roldan, Staff Writer
September 17, 2021
On Sept. 14th, California is having a recall election for our governor. Governor Gavin Newsom and Larry Elder are both on the ballot for this election.

Newsom leads Elder down the stretch, every vote is needed

Michael Pepper, Staff Writer
September 14, 2021
Athletes like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka are coming out and discussing the mental health issues they face. This is pushing the conversation of how important it is to take care of your mental health.

Athletes take a stand for mental health

Lydia Tesfaye, Staff Writer
August 16, 2021
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is planning for the state to reopen by June 15. Vaccines are continuing to be distributed throughout the state as many citizens are getting vaccinated.

OPINION: Are we ready to fully reopen California?

Sherlyn Garcia, Staff Writer
May 12, 2021
Non-Fungible Tokens, or NFTs, have become a topic of hot debate in recent months. This is primarily due to the concerns of the environmental impact that the energy heavy tokens may have.

NFT’s are not the way to support artists

Jacob Peterson, Staff Writer
May 10, 2021
The San Francisco 49ers traded up to the No. 3 pick for the 2021 NFL Draft that starts this Thursday, with numerous reports and rumors suggesting they will pick a quarterback. With the 49ers seemingly moving on from Jimmy Garoppolo, the organization looks to be deciding between top-quarterback prospects Mac Jones and Trey Lance.

49ers trade up for future QB, but will they choose the right one?

Austin Scott and Adam Camarena
April 28, 2021
Students have faced many struggles during online learning. With California set to fully reopen by June 15, students must be ready to adapt to life back on campus.

OPINION: The fear of reopening after a pandemic

Lydia Tesfaye, Staff Writer
April 28, 2021
Connection staff writer Alejandro Barron attended an Oakland As game against the Houston Astros on April 4. Barron talks about the different protocols put in place at the game and the overall experience of going to a baseball game in the midst of COVID-19.

Staff writer attends Oakland A’s game with COVID protocols

Alejandro Barron, Staff Writer
April 20, 2021
Voter rights and voter suppression have been issues in the state of Georgia for decades. The passing of Senate Bill 202 continues that trend.

OPINION: Georgia’s new voting law follows the state’s history of voter suppression

Chris Woodard, Staff Writer
April 15, 2021
Vaccines are starting to get distributed among individuals throughout the nation. Even with people getting vaccinated, we must remain vigilant and follow safety protocols.

Hey you, the pandemic isn’t over yet

Nathaniel McInnes, Staff Writer
April 14, 2021
Women basketball players and coaches criticize the NCAA after not receiving the same equipment as the mens teams. Players took to social media to bring attention to the unfair treatment within the organization.

Social media brings light to inequalities in the NCAA tournament

Adam Camarena, Staff Writer
March 29, 2021
School has transitioned to online learning amid the pandemic, causing problems for students. Stress, attention and socialization are just a few issues that come with distance learning.

Online learning creates complications for students

Asyah Zamani, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
The House of Representatives are expected to move forward on the Dream Act of 2021 later this week. Immigration reform is currently at the top of the list of things Democrats want to accomplish.

‘Dreamers’ future is uncertain as the DREAM Act of 2021 is introduced

Edith Nunez, Staff Writer
March 17, 2021
Dr. Seuss is a well-known author of childrens books, with his first being published in 1937. After controversy revolving around some of his older books, six of them will no longer be published.

No, Dr. Seuss is not being canceled

Jacob Peterson, Connection Staff
March 15, 2021
The NBA has decided to have an All-Star Weekend this year despite coronavirus concerns among the league.

NBA All-Star Weekend shouldn’t be happening, just listen to the players

Adam Camarena and Austin Scott
March 6, 2021
Raising the minimum wage has been a topic among U.S. citizens for a long time as they look to receive $15 minimum wage.

The U.S. is long overdue in an increased minimum wage

Lydia Tesfaye, Staff Writer
March 1, 2021
Cosumnes River College has shut down sports for the past year due to the pandemic and athletes are eager to return.

A plea to bring back sports

Alejandro Barron, Staff Writer
February 25, 2021
The national anthem continues to be a topic of discussion in sports protests.

Quit telling athletes to ‘shut up and dribble’

Adam Camarena, Staff Writer
February 22, 2021
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, led by veteran quarterback Tom Brady, won Super Bowl 55 on Sunday. This is Bradys seventh Super Bowl win and his 10th appearance.

The NFL concludes its most unique season

Chris Woodard and Adam Camarena
February 10, 2021
As the 12th pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, Tyrese Haliburton has made himself a top candidate for the Rookie of the Year discussion so far. Coming off the bench, Haliburton is averaging 28.8 minutes per game, 10.7 points per game, 5.4 assists per game and 3.8 rebounds per game.

Standout rookie provides a hopeful, positive spark for Kings future

Austin Scott and Adam Camarena
February 3, 2021
Twitter permanently suspends former President Donald Trumps account after the Capitol riot on Jan. 6.

Twitter tests boundaries with the suspension of Donald Trump’s account

Adam Camarena, Staff Writer
January 27, 2021
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