The attack perpetrated by the group ShinyHunters led to mass Canvas outages worldwide By Michel Melichar and Daimler Koch, Staff Writers Instructure has paid over $100 million to ShinyHunters to prevent nationwide data leaks and restore Canvas access to over 9,000 institutions before the end-of-day deadline on May 12, according to an anonymous source. LACCD personnel are encouraging caution as students and teachers return to online classes and navigate Canvas. They recommend Canvas users to...

After not registering a win since March 13, the Monarchs got back into the win column, dominating the Wildcats 12-2 on Tuesday, March 31. By: Alejandro Garcia, Sports Editor Hunter Dawson is relieved after pitching a respectable game. Unfortunately, the Monarchs could not hold on and lost 28-14 to Pierce College on March 17. (Richard Ball for the Valley Star) The Monarchs currently stand at a 9-19 overall record with a 3-7 conference record, edging out an authoritative win against the...

The growing disconnect between digital “activism” and on-the-ground change happens when people begin protesting for their social media feeds rather than meaningful progress. By: Gabriela Martinez, Staff Writer Performative protesting blurs the lines between genuine activism and “clout chasing,” as individuals attend protests for views and followers rather than true commitment to the cause. In an era where social media amplifies every act of dissent, performative protesting has become a...