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“I use AI for my major to correct things. I’m for it in terms of being a student, but not fully for it in a philosophical sense.” - Lesieli Netane, 21, film

How do you feel about the use of AI?

Gabi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
May 24, 2025
Students react to President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office. In that time, Trump has signed 142 executive orders with the goal of shrinking the government, freezing foreign policy and banning transgender troops, according to NPR.

Students reflect on Trump’s first 100 days in office

Azalika Lee, Staff Writer
May 22, 2025
Brian Rickel, the dean of arts, media and entertainment, speaking at the chancellor search in WINN 150 on May 7. Rickel said he would like to see a chancellor who puts a bigger emphasis on the arts in education.

Students and faculty provide input on Los Rios chancellor search

Barbie Sarente, Staff Writer
May 22, 2025
A crowd of protestors gathering at Folsom Lake College on April 15 to attend the “Fighting the Oligarchy” tour. The nationwide tour is an example of civil protest.

EDITORIAL: We must restore civility in this time of political division

Editorial Staff
May 21, 2025
TRIO front desk employees at the entrance of TRIO located in L-227. The Trump administration plans to cut funding to TRIO services starting in 2026.

TRIO program faces budget cuts within the next year

Damian Khim, Staff Writer
May 21, 2025
Profesora de comunicaciones Ana Mercado da una conferencia en su aula, ubicada en BS-126. Mercado usa sus luchas pasadas para ayudar a apoyar a los estudiantes a través de la educación superior.

Profesora de comunicaciones apoya estudiantes tras batalla personal de inmigración

Idalys Aguirre, Sports Editor
May 19, 2025
“I just want to serve the community. Help out in any way I can.” - Cyril Williams, 21, human services

Why did you choose your major?

Simon Her, Staff Writer
May 15, 2025
Attendees take a group photo at the end of the event. May 5th is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons

Campus honors national day of Indigenous awareness

Owaghianye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer
May 14, 2025
Students sitting outside in the quad in front of the water fountains on April 16 in 68 degree weather. 2024 faced a rise of students who experienced heat exhaustion, said Cosumnes River College nurse Michelle Barkley.

Avoiding heat exhaustion this summer, one sip at a time

Gabi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
May 14, 2025
Students walking on the pathway near the south entrance of campus, five years after COVID-19. During COVID-19, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention implemented social distancing and a mask mandate, according to the CDC website.

Students reflect on changes since COVID pandemic

Barbie Sarente, Staff Writer
May 13, 2025
March in March demonstrators protesting federal funding cuts in higher education on March 4 in downtown Sacramento. Hundreds of college presidents have signed a letter opposing Trump's orders to reform higher education.

Trump targets funding for colleges

Gabi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
May 12, 2025
English Professor David Weinshilboum sharing one of his favorite poems during the poetry picnic. The event had food, drinks and there were prizes that were won by the participants for the picnic.

Campus shares poetry to celebrate National Poetry Month

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
May 12, 2025
Sophomore big Nicole Risch attempts to block an attack by San Joaquin Delta College during the Big 8 Paris Conference Championship on April 25th. The Hawks wrapped up their season on May 3.

Beach volleyball competes in Big 8 Pairs Conference Championship, finish season

Owaghianye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer
May 12, 2025
“To not let other people’s opinions affect you and how you see yourself.” -Michael Aguillar, 20, kinesiology

What was the best advice you ever received from your mom?

Josh Schwartz and Alexa Luna
May 10, 2025
Attendees recreating a Yoruba tradition on April 29. In this tradition the groom and his groomsmen lay on their stomachs in front of the bride’s parents, in order to get their blessing and respect.

African-American and African wedding traditions showcased by clubs

Marco Sanchez, Staff Writer
May 8, 2025
Cosumnes River College’s pool is closed until further notice due to thousands of gallons of water leaking underground, director of campus operations Chris Raines said. There is no estimated time of completion for repairs, Raines said.

Pool closure disrupts swim team and classes

Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer
May 7, 2025
A college police phone located near the east entrance of campus. The college phones are available for reporting emergencies, such as fires, crimes, first aid and traffic incidents.

Assembly approves stricter penalties for threats against schools

Damian Khim, Staff Writer
May 7, 2025
Students and staff gather in L-106 to observe Denim Day and show support for survivors of sexual assault by wearing denim clothing. Denim Day has been recognized nationwide since 1999.

Denim Day brings sexual assault awareness and resources to campus

Gabi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
May 7, 2025
Men's basketball assistant coach Bernard Seals leads the team through warmup drills. The Hawks ended their season with a 21-11 overall record, advancing to the quarter finals of the 3C2A championship before ending their season.

Men’s basketball reflects on record-breaking season

Owaghianye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer
May 4, 2025
Sophomore second baseman Ryan Dechaine bats off a pitch from ARC’s starting pitcher in the bottom of the sixth. Despite the loss, CRC finishes the season with a 22-16 record, a three game improvement from last season where they finished 19-22.

Baseball loses to ARC 3-9 in regular season finale

Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer
May 4, 2025
Noah Canter, sophomore catcher, prepares to swing against American River College on April 22. Canter finished the regular season with 15 home runs, breaking the record for most home runs in a regular season by a CRC athlete.

From injury woes to breaking records, baseball team’s catcher goes D1

Marco Sanchez, Staff Writer
May 4, 2025
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