The Trump administration’s new cost of the H-1B visa applications presents a financial barrier that will shut out skilled foreign workers, reshaping the future of U.S. immigration. By Mariam Mkrtchian and Arthur Vartanian, Staff Writers (Estefani Herrera and Arthur Vartanian for the Valley Star) In a move that further tightens its grip on immigration, the Trump administration has implemented a hefty $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, forcing U.S. employers to pay for

The effectiveness of protesting only goes so far. What matters is sustained civil engagement, especially in the form of voting. By Martin Romero, Special to the Star (Estefani Herrera for the Valley Star) In October, thousands flooded the streets of Downtown Los Angeles for the "No Kings Protest," yet very little measurable change followed once the signs came down and the streets cleared. For hours, thousands of Angelenos rallied at Gloria Molina Grand Park, near the steps of

How the local Congressman is complicit in the genocide of Palestinians.  By: Gabriel Gomez, Copy Editor Photo Illustration by Estefani Herrera Alvarado and Lourdes Rosales Lepe Two long years and 70,000 acts of murder later, Congressman Brad Sherman (of California’s 32nd district, which borders our lovely Valley College,) is still steadfast in his support for meek and vulnerable David. He issued the following statement a few weeks ago:  “Two years ago today, Hamas terrorists

Valley's cafeteria looks dated, closes early and serves subpar, unhealthy food to students. By: Alina Weinstein, Staff Writer While the sushi trays at the cafeteria look like a convenient, clean meal, they’re often loaded with sugar, sodium and refined carbs. Once you add a packet of soy sauce, the sodium levels can top 1,000 milligrams, nearly half a day’s recommended intake. (Estefani Herrera, Mara Klein and Aiden Jimenez for the Valley Star) Over the past two decades, Los