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In 2019, actor Jussie Smollett reported that two men attacked him and hurled racist, homophobic slurs at him. This event shocked America and caused rage within the Black and LGBTQ community. However, after almost 3 years of constant police investigations and court hearings, the jury found Smollett guilty of reporting a false hate crime to the Chicago police.

Jussie Smollett Found Guilty

Ren Lloyd, Reporter
December 14, 2021
As a result of receiving hate for her dark skin, Fatima Lodhi created the anti-colorism campaign Dark is Divine. She aims to empower people with dark skin, and discourage the practice of skin lightening/bleaching. The campaign conducts online classes that help people feel more comfortable in their own skin and ultimately end skin lightening.

The cruel truth of the skin lightening industry

Hannah Gresham, Features Editor
December 10, 2021
Hundreds of Britney Spears’ fans swarmed the streets in September to show their support for the pop star. Bright pink flags with the phrase “Free Britney waved in the sky and hundreds of posters voiced their support to end the conservatorship. With the help of fans and Spears’ courage, she finally gained the freedom she desired.

Popstar Britney Spears finally free

Hannah Gresham, Features Editor
December 8, 2021
Courtesy of Fox Some of America’s favorite shows and movies contain way deeper meanings than suspected. These comedy shows and movies can represent things like social or political issues. Satire poses as a more kid friendly way of introducing issues in the world.

Desensitization to satire in films and tv

Ren Lloyd, reporter
December 17, 2020
YouTube celebrities Jake Paul, PewdiePie, James Charles, and the ACE Family constantly create controversies with their videos and social media presence, yet, the controversies rarely deal a huge blow to the number of views they receive. Although controversial, their popularity helps them gain millions of dollars in profit.

YouTubers: controversial, entertaining, or both?

Michelle Lin, Staff
August 24, 2019
The complexities of the US Open controversy

The complexities of the US Open controversy

Ashu Ebot-Tabi, Reporter
September 27, 2018
Parking problems cause commotion in student body

Parking problems cause commotion in student body

Denise Thomas, Reporter
January 17, 2017
Food companies now urge Americans to change their way of eating.

GMO’s? Or GM-No’s?

Melissa Sagaseta , Features editor
December 2, 2016
Toting signs calling for the removal of NC’s principal, Joseph “Bucky” Horton, four men stood outside the school on Tuesday afternoon. Disclosing little more than their affiliation with the Metro Association of Classroom Educators, one protester explained, “we can’t really go into detail because of personnel issues.”

Surprise MACE protests perplex NC administration

Riley O'Neill, Reporter, photographer, political cartoonist
May 18, 2016
Quarterback Will Lovett (#7) and running back CJ Cole (#21) at the start of a play in the fourth quarter. Despite their efforts, the Warriors fell to the Wildcats, 21-16

Wildcats claw back to eliminate Warriors from playoffs

Andrew Lubbers, Sports editor
November 16, 2015
Repulsed by Urban Outfitters product choices, junior Emmy Thompson and senior Sarah Mockalis are, scoff an offensive sweatshirt. “Clothing like this is why I don’t shop at Urban Outfitters.” remarked Mockalis.

Urban Outfitters controversy over insensitive clothing item draws criticism

Sophia Mapua, Reporter
October 6, 2014
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