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A police officer guards where the fire occurred a few hours after firefighters put it out. The cause of the fire and the safety of the residents in the area remains unknown.
Breaking news: Redwood City fire displaces families
Lara Ibasco, Staff Writer • September 25, 2024

A fire emerged at 318 Poplar Avenue, Redwood City, causing the displacement of families in addition to the destruction of several buildings.  According...

The San Bernardino County Line Fire, caused by arson and worsened by extreme heat, has devastated Southern California, consuming over 38,000 acres and prompting widespread evacuations. "With rising temperatures worldwide, we are experiencing massive heat waves. As these heat waves get more severe every summer, they contribute to the risk of wildfires," said Clara Keough, a freshman currently studying Society and Environment at University of California, Berkeley.
Southern California Line Fire sparks burning concerns over climate change
Shiori Chen, Staff Writer • September 16, 2024

Flames from the San Bernardino County Line Fire have erupted across Southern California, swallowing over 38,421 acres of land in just ten days. Residents...

Fire Station 16, situated on Alameda de las Pulgas in San Carlos, continues to undergo its replacement project. The project's purpose is to update the station to improve its safety and effectiveness in emergency situations. "Safety is our number one priority, and that's not only for the fire personnel but also for the public surrounding the station," said retired Fire Captain Keith Roberts.
San Carlos fire station to reopen soon
Wesley Kron, Staff Writer • September 10, 2024

The Fire Station 16 reconstruction project in San Carlos, California, is expected to finish soon after months of construction, improving response...

Features
A student dealer discretely passes a vape pen to a customer.
Hidden narratives: individual realities of student drug dealing
Alessandra Tremulis and Jackson Sneeringer • September 20, 2024

The debate on the accessibility of firearms has been the subject of heated discussion among pro-gun and anti-gun activists. However, according to a survey taken by Newsela, nearly 45% of students across the nation stand against the rampant accessibility of firearms. "Every year, I feel as if I just see more and more gun cases on the news and school shootings, shootings in churches, shootings in malls, and public shootings in general. All of this stuff is frightening to see because what will happen as weapons become more deadly? What will happen as markets start to become more productive in the manufacturing of guns? I'm worried that if we don't have restrictions now, it would be potentially harder to set up regulations in the future, and by then, more violence would occur," said Jordan Reed, a junior at Homestead High School.
Biting the bullet: uncovering student perspectives on gun accessibility
Nicholas Lee, Staff Writer • June 4, 2024

Every year, the nation is shocked as news of another shooting is shown on the TV screen. However, as officials and representatives give their...

Middle ground: Reconciling free speech and university response to pro-Palestinian protests
Middle ground: Reconciling free speech and university response to pro-Palestinian protests
Elaine Jiang, Isabelle Ling, Kiana Chen, Isabella Zarzar, and Franklin Kuo • May 31, 2024

Sports
Opinion
A cross necklace drapes over a student's homework. Many have continued questioning the extent to which religion belongs and schools, and whether incorporating one religion into classrooms at the expense of teaching all from an objective standpoint is harmful to students.
Opinion: Religion must be kept out of public schools
Samantha Crowther, Staff Writer • September 23, 2024
The NFL signed a reported $1 billion per year deal to make Amazon's Prime Video the exclusive broadcaster of Thursday Night Football. The deal will run through the end of the 2032-33 season.
Opinion: The NFL shouldn’t sell rights to exclusively stream games
Kian Bhatt, Staff Writer • September 18, 2024
Taylor Swift announced her endorsement of Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. In the 24 hours after her post, vote.gov saw an uptick in site visits. Swift's endorsement should set a precedent in the industry for other celebrities to use their platforms to mobilize voting and promote civic engagement.
Opinion: Celebrity endorsements should become the new standard
Emma Goldman, Scot Scoop Managing Editor • September 17, 2024
Entertainment
Crossword: Sweets and Treats
Crossword: Sweets and Treats
Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • October 4, 2024
Crossword: In Other Words
Crossword: In Other Words
Emi Pajarillo, Scot Scoop Editor • October 3, 2024
Quiz: What Hogwarts house are you?
Quiz: What Hogwarts house are you?
Wesley Kron, Staff Writer • October 2, 2024
Cartoons
While anti-semitism has consistently been a prevalent issue around the world, attacks motivated by anti-semitism have skyrocketed since Oct. 7, 2023. There has primarily been a stark upsurge in acts of aggression uncovered on college campuses directed toward Jewish and Israeli students. Much of this harassment derives from anti-Zionist movements that end up affecting Jewish students who, most of the time, are not even associated with Zionism. These acts often result in lower attendance for students of Jewish identities. In the first six months of 2024, there was an estimated 477% increase in anti-Israel incidents of vandalism, assault, harassment, and protests compared to the same period in 2023. It’s vital that individuals appropriately express their beliefs while understanding that it’s immoral to attack others simply because their views or identities are different.
Cartoon: Campus divide
Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer • October 3, 2024
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Cartoon: No pause for peace
Shiyo Ohashi, Scot Scoop Cartoons Editor • September 29, 2024
What appears to be a dress up game for children has become an internet sensation for many teenagers and adults. Dress to Impress (DTI) is a game created on the online gaming platform Roblox. While Roblox has already been working on expanding their age demographics, with a reported 41% of 17 plus users by the end of 2023, DTI only help boost this change in age demographics by attracting many new and previously dormant players to the Roblox scene, such as college students and ordinary working people trying to destress after a long day. In addition, celebrities such as Caseoh and Madison Beer enjoying the game, as well as DTI's official collaboration with pop star Charli xcx, only further increased the game's audience. Overall, Dress to Impress has made a positive impact on Roblox as well as the teenagers and adults who get to rediscover their childlike desires.
Cartoon: A game for all ages
Keira Sarmiento, Staff Writer • September 26, 2024
Trending Stories
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A student dealer discretely passes a vape pen to a customer.

Hidden narratives: individual realities of student drug dealing

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Caltrain's new electric train stops at the Belmont Station and picks up passengers. Since its first study looking into a possibility of electric trains in 1992, Caltrain's newest fleet allow for trains that are faster, more frequent, and better for the environment. Along with their new fares, these trains are connecting commuters from San Francisco to Gilroy.

Next stop: electrifying the future of Caltrain

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A police officer guards where the fire occurred a few hours after firefighters put it out. The cause of the fire and the safety of the residents in the area remains unknown.

Breaking news: Redwood City fire displaces families

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Junior Reese Adrouny sits down on her couch, prepared with her favorite snacks, and puts on "Gilmore Girls" with a friend. "Gilmore Girls" is an American comedy-drama set in a small town in Connecticut that explores the lives of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore.

Perfect foods to enjoy while binging 'Gilmore Girls' this fall

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The 19th annual Burlingame Pet Parade took place on Sept. 28, inviting all pets to participate. Local schools, families, and celebrities found their way to Broadway in Burlingame, where they participated in various competitions. "We knew that Burlingame needed its own special event, and a pet parade was the best option," said parade co-founder Ross Bruce.

Burlingame Pet Parade met with paws and applause

Campus
Junior Claudia Williams helps promote Ocean Studio Club by giving out free blue raspberry shark gummies to interested students. Ocean Studio Club is dedicated to spreading awareness about plastic pollution within oceans, hoping to promote change and action regarding environmental challenges. One of the more common ways of accomplishing their mission is through their artistic creativity which highlights environmental problems within communities.
In Photos: Carlmont clubs fair feeds student community
Erick Cheng, Staff Writer • September 27, 2024
Connor Fenech and Greer Stone celebrate winning the intermediate bracket. Fenech and Stone went up against students Donovan Dooley and Leonard Jin to decide the winner. “When we got that last point, I blacked out. I think I spiked the paddle. I know we hugged, I lifted him, that was a pretty incredible feat because my guy works out a lot,” Fenech said.
Carlmont staff demolish students in pickleball tournament
Elizabeth Cruz, Scot Scoop Sports Editor • September 14, 2024
A Roto-Rooter truck arrives at Carlmont to fix the sewer clog before any leaks can spill. The worker fixes the issue quickly, allowing people to use the S, T, U bathrooms again.
Breaking news: Carlmont sewer clog releases disrupting odors across campus
Lara Ibasco, Staff Writer • August 29, 2024
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Editorials
Customers are forced to pay extra for non-dairy milk, despite dietary restrictions and its often lower environmental impact compared to dairy. By charging extra, businesses may unintentionally discourage customers from choosing more sustainable options while promoting inequitable pricing.
Editorial: It’s time to moo-ve away from non-dairy upcharges
Editorial Staff • October 2, 2024
Meta is creating a safer space for young people with their new instagram for teens. Other social media companies should follow their example.
Editorial: Tech giants must do more to protect teens
Editorial Staff • September 24, 2024
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