New COVID variant omicron hits California
The first case of the latest COVID-19 variant has been detected in Northern California. By Emily Faith Grodin, Staff Writer On Wednesday...
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- Nov 26, 2021
- 3 min
Bring your vax card, your day depends on it
No shirt, no shoes, no proof of vaccination, no service. Angelenos are now wrongfully obligated to abide by the strictest vaccine...
- Nov 22, 2021
- 3 min
COVID-19 booster shot available to all adults in California
California is one of the first states to allow COVID-19 booster shots for all people age 18 and up. By Edward Segal, Staff Writer Six...
- Nov 18, 2021
- 2 min
Free to fly but pay the fine
Protesting airplane mask mandates already results in hefty fines, harsher punishment for not wearing a mask is uncalled for. By Isaac...
- Nov 9, 2021
- 2 min
COVID for the long-haul
Researchers conduct studies to better understand and treat the lasting symptoms of COVID-19. By Emily Faith Grodin, Staff Writer Over the...
- Oct 28, 2021
- 2 min
A short grace period is not going to cut it, students and faculty need more time
The LACCD vaccine mandate is a difficult adjustment in the midst of a busy semester and should not go into effect this fall semester....
- Oct 11, 2021
- 2 min
Sanitation protocols disinfect Valley campus
The college implements new procedures in an effort to create a safer learning environment for staff and students. By Cassandra Nava,...
- Oct 11, 2021
- 2 min
Schools struggle to protect against financial aid fraud
The state’s community colleges requested $75 million in one-time funding and $25 million ongoing. By Isaac Dektor, News Editor...
- Oct 1, 2021
- 3 min
LACCD falls short of ensuring student safety
As the Los Angeles Community College District and Valley College scramble to come up with a plan to prevent a virus outbreak on campus,...
- Sep 14, 2021
- 3 min
COVID-19 vaccine mandated across Valley College and LACCD campuses
LACCD’s Board of Trustees made a revision to their previous policy now requiring employees and students to be fully vaccinated against...
- Sep 3, 2021
- 2 min
Valley College students can receive $1000 award if eligible for financial aid
Students enrolled in fall semester can apply for $1000 through FAFSA, California College Promise grant, Dream Act grant or through...
- Jun 7, 2021
- 2 min
Brief: Los Angeles County Restrictions Lifted
LA County to lift capacity limits on June 15, following state guidelines. Last month, California officials announced the state will fully...
- May 31, 2021
- 2 min
California launches a $116.5 million incentive program for COVID-19 vaccinations
Last Thursday, state officials announced the largest inoculation incentive in the nation. By Megan Reyes, Staff Writer Gov. Gavin Newsom...
- May 25, 2021
- 2 min
Brief: Vaccines are now available for all age groups in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County is prepared to administer over 25 million vaccinations for the second week in a row. Los Angeles County is now opening...
- May 23, 2021
- 2 min
CDC states those who are fully vaccinated do not need to wear masks
People who are fully vaccinated will not be required to wear a face mask or practice social distancing indoors or outdoors. By Anthony...
- May 20, 2021
- 3 min
Community colleges cannot afford a vaccine mandate
Keeping teachers safe is a priority, but doing so may cost some their jobs. Opinion by Isaac Dektor, Staff Writer California's community...
- May 15, 2021
- 2 min
Pfizer requests full-approval from the FDA
The vaccine would become the first in the nation to be approved for direct-to-consumer distribution. By Matthew Royer, Staff Writer...
- May 10, 2021
- 3 min
Amazon’s Bessemer facility votes on unionization
Employees of an Alabama facility put a spotlight on the working conditions at the company by organizing the vote. By Isaac Dektor, Staff...
- May 10, 2021
- 2 min
Vaccinated Americans can go to Europe
Europe will now allow all vaccinated Americans to visit. By Erika Zuniga, Staff Writer The United Kingdom announced that starting this...
- May 7, 2021
- 2 min
California’s UC and State colleges requires all students to be vaccinated this fall
The protocols and requirements for UC and Cal States will become mandatory in order for students to return to in-person learning on...
- Apr 27, 2021
- 3 min
Waive IP rights for COVID-19 vaccines and stop the pandemic
Pharmaceutical monopolies and the nationalization of vaccines will cause the pandemic to go on longer than it has to. Opinion by Isaac...
- Apr 26, 2021
- 2 min
Los Angeles looks to ease residents’ financial stresses with Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Low income individuals can apply for the program until the end of the month. By Cassandra Nava, Online Editor The city of Los Angeles is...
- Apr 19, 2021
- 2 min
Los Angeles County sees a decline in COVID-19 cases
The county’s case rates dwindle as vaccine rollout continues. By Cassandra Nava, Online Editor Following a surge in COVID-19 cases last...
- Apr 16, 2021
- 2 min
COVID-19 vaccines now available to all Californians 16 and older
COVID-19 vaccine eligibility opened up to all Californians 16 and older on April 15. By Anthony Lopez, Staff Writer As COVID-19...
- Apr 15, 2021
- 2 min
Vaccine mandate is not being lobbied
Despite some faculty desire, no mandate is being considered. By Isaac Dektor, Staff Writer While California reorganizes resources and...
- Apr 15, 2021
- 2 min
LACCD developing plans to open their campuses under the yellow tier
Chancellor Francisco Rodriguez released a statement anticipating the return of students in classrooms by the fall 2021 semester. By Megan...
- Apr 4, 2021
- 2 min
Biden administration looks into vaccine passports
As more states are opening and easing up on their restrictions, President Joe Biden is considering the possibility of vaccine passports...
- Mar 30, 2021
- 2 min
Valley College’s vaccine Town Hall provides clarity
A COVID-19 forum was hosted by Valley College President Barry Gribbons and joined by Professor Emeritus of Microbiology Larry Nakamura...
- Mar 28, 2021
- 2 min
Madness is not the only thing spreading through March
While weaning off throughout the country, COVID-19 still stunted the season of March Madness hopefuls and the safety of the tournament....
- Mar 21, 2021
- 2 min
COVID-19 hospitalizations in Los Angeles are at the lowest since November
As the total number of hospitalizations decrease in LA County, Angelenos notice more normalcy in their day-to-day lives. By Marcos...
- Mar 18, 2021
- 2 min
Biden sights on new goal: Independence Day victory over COVID-19
As the U.S. reaches 100 million vaccinations in the administration’s first 100 days, President Joe Biden proposes a new objective.
- Mar 12, 2021
- 2 min
One year since Valley College Monarchs packed up their books and headed home
As Los Angeles approaches a year since the first government lockdown, students at Valley continue pursuing their distance-learning...
- Mar 12, 2021
- 3 min
COVID-19 vaccines, make them mandatory
By getting the vaccine, everyone can help stop the risk of COVID-19. Opinion by Anthony Lopez, Staff Writer COVID-19 vaccines should be...
- Mar 7, 2021
- 2 min
Qualified LAUSD employees are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine
In efforts to have in-class learning return, LAUSD takes matters to their own hands. By Cesar Padilla, Staff Writer The Los Angeles...
- Mar 6, 2021
- 3 min
NBA All-Star Weekend continuing despite safety concerns
Top NBA players, along with the mayor of Atlanta, express their feelings of holding an All-Star Weekend. By Anthony Lopez, Staff Writer...
- Mar 3, 2021
- 3 min
Homelessness in Los Angeles is projected to skyrocket over the next four years
The economic recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic will result in a significant increase of homeless both locally and nationally for...
- Feb 26, 2021
- 2 min
Valley College Nursing Department volunteers at Dodger Stadium
Valley nursing students assisted in administering vaccines at one of the nation’s largest COVID-19 vaccination clinics. By Marcos Franco,...
- Feb 13, 2021
- 2 min
Despite Supreme Court ruling, some local places of worship remain closed
Many of California’s places of worship will continue to hold services online even after the Supreme Court overruled state guidelines. By...
- Jan 7, 2021
- 2 min
President Gribbons leads during the pandemic
Valley College President Barry Gribbons looks back on 2020 and how it has affected the college. By Gabriel Arizon, Editor-in-Chief In...
- Dec 7, 2020
- 4 min
The show must go on ... line
The Valley College biannual Student Showcase was held online this semester amid the coronavirus pandemic. By Gabriel Arizon,...
- Nov 30, 2020
- 3 min
COVID spike causes closures and new orders
New restrictions and announcements in lieu of the recent surges in case numbers. By Savannah Simmons, Managing Editor With the COVID-19...
- Nov 25, 2020
- 2 min
Black Friday shopping will be without late-night Thanksgiving lines this year
Major retail chains will be closed this Thanksgiving in order to ward off restless shoppers. By Marcos Franco, Staff Writer As large...
- Oct 28, 2020
- 2 min
CDC advises getting flu shots
Influenza shots recommended to help safeguard resources for COVID-19 battle. By Gene Wickham, Staff Writer With a second and third...
- Oct 13, 2020
- 2 min
Trump is off his meds
A look at how President Donald Trump has (mis)handled his COVID-19 diagnosis. Opinion by Savannah Simmons, Managing Editor President...
- Oct 2, 2020
- 3 min
President Donald Trump: positive for COVID-19
Trump has been diagnosed and is experiencing mild symptoms. Analysis by Savannah Simmons, Managing Editor President Donald Trump’s...
- Sep 27, 2020
- 2 min
Valley sports hope to play during the modified 2021 spring season
All Monarch athletic teams plan to compete during an altered competition schedule. By Gene Wickham, Staff Writer Following the...
- Sep 21, 2020
- 2 min
LACCD takes dip in enrollment across all colleges
Amid the growing uncertainty and anxiety during the pandemic, Valley College and LACCD report enrollment drops for the new school year....
- Jun 8, 2020
- 3 min
Thy will be done
A family leans on faith as their loved ones are diagnosed with the coronavirus. By Aimee Martinez, Multimedia Editor The turbulent...
- Jun 2, 2020
- 2 min
Walt Disney World reopening after being closed for more than 100 days
Following the successful reopening of the Shanghai Disneyland Park, Disney moves forward with approved summer reopening of Florida’s Walt...