News
New Berkeley Ordinance Bans “Junk Food” At Store Registers
The “Healthy Checkout Ordinance” will not allow large stores like Berkeley Bowl and Safeway to sell sugary snacks in the checkout aisle.
Entertainment
Celebrity Artist Profile: Yalitza Aparicio
This young actress made waves in the film industry after starring in the film Roma, which gave her a spotlight to discuss important social justice issues such as indigenous representation and the treatment of domestic workers.
Liko Smith-Doo
How the Reconstruction Era Failed
Luce Collymore Abbas
The History of Chicanx Fashion
Alec Westland-Hurwitz
“In the Heights” Grapples with the Pursuit of the American Dream
Latinx Unidos
We Must Acknowledge Afro-Latinx Contributions in Our Community
Leila Yokoyama
Hispanic People in Classical Music
News
News
Plans Announced for Remodel of Gilman Street and I-80 Intersection
Alameda County hopes to remodel the inefficient intersection between Gilman and I-80 to make it safer and more convenient.
News
Berkeley Scientist Jennifer Doudna Wins Nobel Prize In Chemistry
Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier became the first all-women duo to win a Nobel prize in the sciences for their work with a gene editing tool.
News
Latinx Unidos Club Prepares Celebration for Chicanx/Latinx Heritage Month
The club is adapting their traditional assembly by creating a video to celebrate Chicanx/Latinx culture.
Coronavirus Coverage
Sports
President Trump Celebrates Big Ten’s Return
Trump’s push to continue college football despite the COVID-19 pandemic is not in the interest of Americans — it is a political strategy.
Opinion
Not Wearing a Mask in Berkeley Could Cost You
A new regulation implemented by the City Council aims to combat the spread of COVID-19 by imposing fines on those who fail to wear a mask while out in public.
News
Unhoused People Face Unique Problems During COVID-19 Pandemic
Shelters for houseless people are at lower capacity with higher demand and sanitation measures causing increased costs.
California Burning
As California Struggles to Manage Wildfires, Health Problems Ensue
The Bay Area is left to deal with unhealthy levels of smoke in the middle of a record-breaking heatwave, and a global pandemic.
Election Corner
News
School Board Candidates Seek Student Support at Virtual Forum
BHS student organizations asked questions about voting, sexual harm prevention, the achievement gap, and more at the forum.
Opinion
Should Election Day Be a National Holiday?
In order to ensure that people who typically have to work all day get the opportunity to vote, the United States should follow in the footsteps of the 12 states that have already made Election Day a holiday.
Opinion
Why Ana Vasudeo for School Board Should Have Your Vote
Vasudeo has experience in school districts, and will be a voice for underrepresented Berkeley students and families.
Features
Logistical Challenges Block 16-Year-Olds from Voting This November
When Measure Y1 passed in 2016, the plan was for 16 and 17-year-olds to vote in BUSD School Board elections as soon as 2018. However, due to COVID-19 and other logistical obstacles, Y1 still will not be implemented by November.
Sports
Coaches Struggle Amid Loss of In-Person Sports
Sports coaches from BHS are leading their teams through uncertain times as they cope with pushed back seasons, loss of pay, and the challenge of sustaining team unity.
Sports
Water Polo Athlete Profile: Risa Sundu
Risa Sundu, co-captain of the BHS girls water polo team, has found a community through her involvement in the sport.
Sports
Latinx Athletes Shine in Professional Sports Worldwide
A look at the accomplishments of four exceptional athletes: Mariana Pajón, a BMX rider, Canelo Álvarez, a middleweight boxer, Carmelo Anthony, an NBA forward, and Kenti Robles, a right back soccer player.
Sports
Smoke Inhalation Adds to the Difficulties Athletes are Facing Right Now
However, health sometimes means making the difficult choice to stay inside; the effects of smoke inhalation, both short and long term, can be extremely detrimental to one’s physical wellbeing.
The Body Positivity Movement Needs Transformation
Efforts to expand the definition of beauty have been co-opted by brands hoping to profit. We need to shift our focus from changing beauty standards to placing less importance on them altogether.
Entertainment
Latin American Entertainment Industry Deeply Impacted by COVID-19
To Achieve Unity, Latinx Community Must Acknowledge Complex Identities
As we celebrate Latinx Heritage month, we must understand the discrimination that occurs within the Latinx community.
Music From Latin America Acts as a Form of Cultural Resistance
Rumba, nueva canción, and Tropicália don't just illustrate the strength and beauty of Latinx culture and history, but are also influences for contemporary music genres.