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“Yes” on 50 to Stop

Trump’s Illegal Power Grab

Illustration by: Omar Lopez

By: Donna Walsh

’m voting “yes” on California state measure 50 on Nov. 4. It is a last-gasp attempt to stop President Donald Trump’s dangerous and unconstitutional consolidation of power. We must stop this administration’s effort to choke out American democracy and drag it down a dark alley into authoritarian rule. In September, California entered the nationwide redistricting battle to control the U.S. Congress. Measure 50 is titled the “Election Rigging Response Act.” The Golden State’s legislature voted to redraw emergency congressional district boundaries and seek voter approval in a statewide special election. New maps According to the Los Angeles County official sample ballot, the measure “authorizes temporary changes to congressional district maps in response to Texas’ partisan redistricting.” If passed, Measure 50 will require the temporary use of new Congressional district maps in California through 2030. Critics of the measure express opposition to the onetime cost to counties of several million dollars statewide, as election materials will need to be updated. Other opponents include supporters of Trump’s radical vision for restructuring the federal government in line with the goals outlined in

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The Heritage Republican Fo u n d a t i o n ’ s g a i n s from other Project 2025. In its s t a t e s ’ altered document, Project maps. The website 2 0 2 5 Explained, paid for by “Yes on 50, the American Civil Liberties the White House’s urging, The Election Rigging Response Union (ACLU) describes The Texas redrew its maps mid- Act, Governor Newsom’s Heritage Foundation as a decade to create Republican- Ballot Measure Committee” conservative think tank with a heavy districts. Reconstituting s t o p e l e c t i o n r i g g i n g . c o m history of opposing abortion these districts is expected suggests that “Donald Trump and reproductive rights, to create at least five new and Texas Republicans are LGBTQ rights, immigrant Republican seats in the 2026 making an unprecedented rights, and racial equity. The midterms. A Texas Tribune power grab to steal project serves as a blueprint article published Aug. 1, congressional seats and rig to replace the rule of law with 2025, reported Democratic the 2026 election before right-wing ideals. Its extreme legislators’ concerns that voting even begins.” policy recommendations redrawn districts in the Austin, That’s cheating, you say? touch on almost every Dallas, and Houston areas will Add it to the long list of aspect of American life, from suppress the votes of people illegal, unconstitutional, and immigration and abortion rights of color and “pack” Democratic unscrupulous acts and abuses to free speech and racial justice voters into districts that were of power perpetrated by the Gerrymandering Trump regime since Why is Measure January ‘25. “In Trump’s second term, even Abuses of power 50 necessary? Two words: Republican more than in his first, the Republican In an opinion Gerrymandering. majorities in both chambers are piece in the Oct. 17, It all comes down terrified he will endorse their primary 2025, issue of the to the concept we centrist publication learned in 12th- election opponents and cost them their The Hill, “No Kings grade government jobs, so they give him a blank check to indeed: A partial list class. According of Trump’s shameless do almost anything he wants,” to the Brennan -Donna Brazile power grabs,” Donna Center for Justice, Brazile, former chair gerrymandering is when those already controlled by the of the Democratic National in control of the redistricting minority party. This will result Committee, suggested that process rig the voting maps to in fewer Democratic voters Trump had waged attacks favor particular candidates or and more Republican voters on America’s Constitution, political parties. in neighboring districts. Other democracy, and rule of Redistricting is a regular states considering redistricting law. In her opinion, Trump occurrence that happens mid-decade include Alabama, believes that Article II of the every decade, following the Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Constitution, which outlines U.S. census. The redistricting Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, the president’s responsibilities, reflects population changes New York, Ohio, and Utah. gives him carte blanche to do and ensures fair representation California’s Governor, Gavin whatever he wants. of communities. Newsom, has sold Measure Brazile suggested that However, under Trump and 50 as a way to neutralize before Trump’s presidency,

most members of Congress fiercely defended their powers and responsibilities to act as a coequal branch of government, including opposing presidents of their own party, when necessary. “In Trump’s second term, even more than in his first, the Republican majorities in both chambers are terrified he will endorse their primary election opponents and cost them their jobs, so they give him a blank check to do almost anything he wants,” said Brazile. “This poses a profound threat to our freedoms.” What you can do What is the remedy when legislators are more concerned with appeasing a would-be dictator than they are with representing the needs of the people they serve? Vote them out, of course. But, in the meantime, register to vote and support proposals such as Measure 50 that limit the damage that can be done by an unmoored legislative body.California is the fifthlargest economy in the world. With an estimated 39.4 million people, we are also the most populous state in the U.S. In light of the Trump administration’s lawlessness and unprecedented attempts to erode our civil rights and civil liberties, it’s time to start throwing our weight around. Vote! To register, update your registration, or verify your status, visit: registertovote.ca.gov

NEWS

Basic Needs Resource Fair By: Brooklyn Hunter

asic Needs hosted a Basic Needs Resource Fair on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Rio Hondo College in the Upper Quad. The fair aimed at connecting students to both on and off campus resources that they are unaware of. Held in the Upper Quad and coordinated by the college’s Basic Needs Program, the fair featured 25 vendors total including community partners, outside agencies, and campus departments. Some of the vendors were community partners and outside agencies. A few resources included housing support, mental health, Cal Fresh application assistance,

and domestic violence services. “These resources are really important, because the more supports that students are connected to quickly, the more likely they are to stay enrolled and stay in school.” said Dr. Jessica Perea, Director Basic Needs. Basic Needs also had departments on campus to come to Basic Needs Resource Fair. Campus departments including Student Health and Psychological Services, the Nursing Programs, Tutoring Centers, and Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) also participated. When students came to sign in, they received a “resource passport” with empty spaces for stamps. For each vendor, a

A New Dog Park is Coming to Pico Rivera

By: Eric Gonzales

he city of Pico Rivera is getting a park for dogs soon, and people are very excited for it. Back in 2021, Pico Rivera came to the realization that over 100-acres of park space will be lost due to the massive Whittier Narrows Dam Safety Modification Project. As a result of this, Pico Rivera officials have been identifying opportunities to enhance existing parks and develop new parks within the city. While these proposed and new recreational amenities are welcomed, appreciated and needed in the community, there is one amenity that the community has been requesting for years, a park dedicated to that best of friend, the dog. For over a decade, community members have been advocating for a dog park in the city. Feasibility studies have been conducted, but the city has had a tough time finding a suitable space for a dog park; that is until now.

The name selected for this dog park will be The Pico Rivera Alebrije Dog Park, a name that pays homage to the city’s strong ties, both past and present, to MexicanAmerican culture. The new park will blend the function of a traditional dog park with the imaginative style of Mexican alebrije folklore. Using alebrijes as its core theme, the park will serve a fourfold purpose: to educate the public about local wildlife and habitats, to strengthen the human-canine bond, to boost the physical and mental health of dogs and owners, and to inspire future dog park designs with culturally-infused art. On August 28th, 2025, City officials gathered around the unused portion of land on the corner of Rosemead Boulevard and Gallatin Road to participate in the Groundbreaking ceremony for the highly anticipated dog park. Many dog owners will appreciate the benefits of having a local dog park,

including pet socialization, fresh air, and being able to run in a controlled area without a leash. In addition to the dog park area, a small walking path will be included so that the local neighborhood residents can use the space to walk safely and enjoy some outdoor exercise. “It’s a real neat idea and I look forward to the opening” says Hector Martínez, a nearby resident. “The theme sounds amazing and a new place to walk with my dogs? I’m in”. The Alebrije Dog Park Project is fully funded using $1.5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and $1 million from the California Natural Resources Agency. The park is currently under construction, estimated to be completed early winter next year. The opening of the park will be big city news, and when it opens, all the dogs in Pico Rivera, and their owners, will all be very happy come opening day.

Faith on the Rise: Church Reports Attendance Boost student received at least one Needs Resource Fair provide stamp. Once the passport information and resources, Following Kirk Controversy Photo courtesy of Nadia Paskal

was completed, students could redeem it for free tacos. Dr. Perea said the event’s goal is for students to visit as many booths as possible to learn about available resources. “We want students to walk away with literature or information and to find things that they’re really looking for connections to,” Dr. Perea said. “Our staff is also there to introduce them to the outside staffing to make those connections to different case managers or different services. So, you know, our main goal is just making sure students get what they need.” Not only did the Basic

but also free items as well. For example, there were also bags of free dog and cat food provided at the sign in table. The bags of free dog and cat food were donated by Michelson Found Animals. The Basic Needs Resource Fair is not the only time students can seek out or ask about resources. Students are always welcome to visit the Rio Source Room to ask questions. Students can even grab snacks or groceries for free. The Rio Source Room is located on the third floor of the Student Services Building, in SS-305.

Photo By: Edwin Ramos

Photo by: Brooklyn Hunter The Basic Needs team gathers by the I Love Rio sign to promote the Basic Needs Resource Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. The team is usually found in the Rio Source Room (SS-305), where students can ask about resources and receive groceries and snacks.

By Bryce Bohorquez

hurches nationwide have reported a startling increase in attendance in the weeks since conservative leader Charlie Kirk was assassinated on September 10, 2025—a sign that some pastors refer to as a period of spiritual reckoning. The nondenominational Oceans Church in Irvine, California, which is run by Pastor Mark Francey, has one of the most obvious examples. The weekend following Kirk’s passing, attendance at Oceans Church increased by almost 30%, according to Francey, who describes the unexpected increase as “a 9/11-type effect.” Known for its youthful congregation and dynamic worship, the church regularly attracts over 4,500 people to its many services. However, following the catastrophe, services were flooded with new members and returning members looking for a feeling of belonging and optimism. Francey told local media, “We’ve seen people who haven’t been to church in years.” “These kinds of moments awaken something deeper and remind people of eternity.” Irvine is not the only place where that occurrence occurs. Similar increases have been recorded by pastors in places such as Ohio, Pennsylvania, and

Michigan around the country. Anecdotal increases have been reported by evangelical groups like Communio and Barna Group, especially among Gen Z and Millennials, who were before thought to be the most spiritually disconnected. For the first time in decades, younger generations are now attending services more frequently than older ones, according to Barna’s “State of the Church” survey. According to a recent Lifeway Research survey, more than half of Protestant churches in the United States have had a discernible increase in attendance since 2023. Others directly attribute the current momentum to cultural shockwaves like Kirk’s death— events that cause people to focus on faith, mortality, and meaning—while many pastors attribute it to the postpandemic recovery. The revival spirit is consistent with Oceans Church’s overarching mission. The church, which is well-known for its youth outreach and mass baptisms, has established itself as a center for spiritual rejuvenation in Southern California. However, converting an emotional reaction into a sustained commitment is a task that Francey and other leaders recognize lies ahead.

Photo by Bryce Bohorquez Oceans Church Pastor Mark Francey preaches during a Sunday Service in Orange County, Calif., inspiring the congregation with a message on faith and fruitfulness.

Whether this renaissance is a short-term reaction to tragedy or a long-term one is still up for debate across the country. To ascertain if the rekindled interest results in sustained engagement, analysts warn that the data, which is primarily anecdotal and preliminary, needs to be monitored over time. However, the present moment feels important to many pastors. “Something is stirring,” Francey remarked. “People begin looking when they are shaken. And they are currently returning to church all around America.

NEWS

Job and Internship Fair By: Brooklyn Hunter

io Hondo College had a Job and Internship Fair on September 30, 2025, in the L-Tower Breezeway. The event was sponsored by Center for Career and ReEntry Services, Career and Workforce Education, and Grow Your Own Pathway. The event is hosted every semester for students and community members. The aim is to connect students and community members to job placement and opportunities for employment. Director of Career and Transfer Services, Samuel Nieto, explained the goal of the Career and Re-Entry department for the fair. The goal is to “increase the number of employers and the number of students connecting with employers so that more students at Rio Hondo College get job posting.” Director Nieto said. Career and Re-entry works collaboratively with the Career Workforce Education Division (CWE). This semester, the Job and Internship Fair had a total of 50 vendors. There was a variety in the pool of employers. The employers included school districts, car dealerships, law enforcement

September 30, 2025, at the Job and Internship Fair, a Photo by: Donna Walsh group of Rio Hondo students learn about working for the South Whittier School District from district employees, Lillian Ortiz and Josefina Tafoya.

agencies, and a restaurant called King Taco. When the students signed in, they received a card with empty spaces. Students had to visit the employers’ tables to get their cards stamped. Students were able to receive free tacos once they completed their stamp cards. Rio Hondo College Counselor/Professor Troy Flores-Olson explained that his goal “is to help students get the most out of the fair because it can be intimidating, you know, going to talk to employers and how to be prepared.” What the

Career Center did as a center is “workshops beforehand to help students prepare for the fair.” Flores-Olson said. There was a workshop series leading up to the fair. The workshops included resume and cover letter support, interview preparation, and job fair etiquette. There has also been a workshop on learning how to navigate the job application process through the department’s online portals. Students were recommended to come prepared by bringing a resume to the Job and Internship Fair. There were approximately

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over 140 participants who attended the Job and Internship Fair. “Some of the counseling classes brought their students, which made it even more productive.” Flores-Olson said. “We had a good amount of students and we had positive reviews from the employers.” The Career and Re-Entry Center is starting to plan for the Spring Job and Internship Fair. The Job and Internship Fair takes place every Spring and Fall semester at Rio Hondo College. Along with the semi annual fairs, the Career and Re-Entry Center is “talking about the idea of adding mini career fairs that would focus on specific areas of interest for students and also bringing more employers on campus.” Flores-Olson said. Director Nieto explained that his “goal is that students come to the Career Center whenever they feel they’re ready to get a job, whether they’re starting the process or they have an interview lined up. You know, we’re here to support students.” The Career and Re-Entry Center is located on the third floor of the Student Services Building in SS-350.

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Journalism Association of Community Colleges: Journalism to the Ultimate Test By: Marissa Chavez

ournalism Association of Community Colleges: Journalism to the Ultimate Test On Saturday, Oct. 11, 20205 Rio Hondo College along with many other community colleges within Southern Calif such as Cerritos Colleges, Fullerton College, Santa Monica College, Los Angeles Valley College, and Los Angeles Pierce College all put their journalism skills to the test and competed in the Journalism Association of Community Colleges (JACC) competition Located at California State University of Northridge (CSUN). This regional competition was a day long competition where students were able to compete in five different events. These competitions insists of news writing, social media, feature photo, opinion writing, and a copy editing multiple choice test. Each school was to attend a keynote with three key speakers on covering protests; risks, rights, and responsibilities. The three keynote speakers were Paloma Esquivel a Press Education Specialist, David Loy a Legal Director, and Ryanne Mena a Crime and Public Safety

Photo by: Aaron Martinez Omar Lopez, Edwin Ramos, Donna Walsh, Bella Fortney, and Marissa Chavez at Cal State Northridge on Oct. 11 after reciving their awards at the JACC competition

Reporter.The keynote began at nine in the morning and lasted for about two hours after the keynote ended, student journalists were able to breakout and ask the speakers questions and gather additional information needed to complete their competition submissions. Each competition had specific rules that must be followed in order to have their submissions to be considered for an award. Each prompt must be written in Associated Press (AP) style and submitted in the time frame JACC provided. JACC also had many colleges at CSUN so that participants could ask questions about progressing their journalism

career. The colleges that were in attendance were: California State University of Northridge, California State University of Fullerton, California State University of Dominguez Hills, California State of Polytechnic University Pomona, San Francisco State University , Arizona State University, University of Southern California, and University of California Berkeley. The competition also had many workshops and multiple speakers that work currently in the journalism field. JACC had approximately 12 workshops all relevant to the practices of journalism from speakers providing the student journalists with their experiences as journalists

and how to improve the current work the students have. These workshops were held in between the times after the keynote and before the awards ceremony had begun. Rio Hondo College brought home three awards that were mail in awards for previous work completed in the last semester. These awards included of third place for webcast and broadcast news show, third place for magazine photo story-essay, and honorable mention for magazine illustration. Rio Hondo will compete at JACC again for the state competition so when the time approaches, make sure to wish your fellow road runners good luck.

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LIFESTYLES

Vivot Moves the Pivot

Cafe Expands from Fullerton to Mission Viejo By: Bryce Bohorquez

ivot Café, a well-known café in Southern California that is renowned for its inventive matcha concoctions and modern ambiance, has formally inaugurated its second location in Mission Viejo, which marks a significant step in the brand’s growth beyond its original Fullerton site. The new café, which is situated on Marguerite Parkway, seeks to introduce South Orange County to Vivot’s distinctive fusion of creativity, flavor, and style. Long lineups of matcha enthusiasts, students, and young professionals have already formed outside the café since it opened earlier this month, eager to enjoy what many consider to be one of the area’s most Instagramworthy cafés. Vivot initially became popular in Fullerton due to its homemade drinks and simple design, which soon earned it a social media darling. The brand is known for its “Matcha Flight,” which consists of layered cocktails with tastes including strawberry, pandan, and ube. Owners of the Mission Viejo project said they want to experiment with location-

Vivot Café, a newly opened coffee shop in Mission Viejo, welcomes customers with a cozy atmosphere and handcrafted espresso drinks, quickly becoming a new local favorite for coffee lovers.

exclusive offerings while bringing that same excitement to a new community. During the opening day interview, one of the Baristas stated, “We wanted to expand to an area that shares that same appreciation for quality and

creativity because we’ve seen such incredible support in Fullerton.” “Mission Viejo, a thriving, expanding community that values delicious food, connection, and design, felt like the ideal fit”, said Kiana Beltier

Photo by Bryce Bohorquez

With its warm wood elements, subdued green hues, and comfortable seating sections that promote both tranquility and discussion, the new area echoes the original’s light, airy feel. Customers claim that it provides the ideal mix of a peaceful haven for studying or working remotely

and a contemporary yet cozy environment for socializing. Beyond aesthetics, Vivot’s growth reflects a broader trend in café culture: the popularity of matcha-based beverages and specialty tea as alternatives to conventional coffee shops. Vivot has discovered a sweet spot in Southern California, where people who are looking for both high-quality products and communal experiences are drawn to the region’s health-conscious and aesthetically pleasing dining scene. The brand’s expanding goals are also indicated by the Mission Viejo location. Vivot looks set to become one of the most well-known café brands in the area thanks to growing social media buzz and a devoted clientele that already travels from nearby areas like Aliso Viejo and Laguna Niguel. The opening gives locals another place to visit in Mission Viejo’s developing culinary scene, where craft, creativity, and community all come together in each cup. “It’s not just a café — it’s an experience,” Beltier said as she continues to make drinks daily.

Fuego Cravings: Birria and So Much More

Photo by: Donna Walsh

Co-owner Francisco Zapien credits Fuego Craving’s popularity to their specialty, beef birria. Their motto is “Fresh. Quality. Delicioso.” Their most popular menu item is the Quesabirria. By: Donna Walsh

irria fans, you have a new, savory home in Whittier. With eight locations spread throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties and the Inland Empire, Fuego Cravings is now your go-to destination when you’re up for MexicanCalifornian deliciousness. Owner Francisco Zapien explained that he and his business partner, Jose Vargas, opened their first restaurant in 2021 in the city of Beaumont to share their unique flavor and delightful specialty, beef birria. Their motto is “Fresh. Quality. Delicioso.” “We don’t claim ourselves to be 100 percent authentic

Mexican restaurants. We utilize California ingredients and put a Mexican flavor to it,” said Zapien. “For example, our Birria Ramen. You won’t see it in Mexico as an authentic dish. It’s a combination of both Californian and Mexican.” All-Day Menu The entire menu is available all day. From breakfast burritos, street tacos, tamales, and tortas, there is enough on their nearly 80-item menu to please even the most traditionalist. The adventurous will be satisfied with items like my son’s favorite, the Birria Pizza. It is a 12” pie filled with birria, mozzarella cheese, onion, and cilantro, served with their in-house birria

consommé. Also on the menu for the bravehearted are three Hot Cheetos items: the Fuego Taco, Fuego Mulita, and Hot Cheeto Fries. My favorite items are the birria street tacos. I also recommend the fish tacos, which have a light and crispy batter and a creamy chipotle sauce. Most Popular item “The most popular item is our Quesabirria,” said Zapien. “It’s a taco, a six-inch corn tortilla with mozzarella cheese, our authentic birria, onion, and cilantro. Then you get the consommé, you can dip it for an extra juicy flavor.” My family hasn’t tried the Quesabirria or the Birria Fries yet, but they’re on our list.

Other items we have our eyes on for our next visit, or the one after that, are the desserts: Nachos de Dulce (cinnamon nachos topped with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of your choice), Churro Bites and Ice Cream, and the Spiced Cake filled with dulce de leche. Generous Portions Most entrée platter prices hover around $13, with à la carte items ranging from $1.29 for the 4-ounce cup of Birria consommé and $2.89 for street tacos, all the way up to $24.99 for the Birria Pizza. Prices may edge a little high, but the portions are generous. My daughter ordered from the kids’ menu. Her kids’ Quesadilla was $11.99 but came with rice and a medium drink. The 12” tortilla was sliced into four large pieces and was heavy on the cheese. She took half her quesadilla

home and made another meal out of it. Fuego Cravings offers three aguas frescas, as well as fountain drinks, Mexican Coke, and Jarritos. Zapien invites the community to stop in and try the food. “We use the best quality ingredients that there are,” said Zapien. “Cooking meats, cooking our birria, our menudo – which is really popular – chopping onion, cilantro, radishes. Everything that you’ll get here it’s fresh and good quality.” Catering and Ordering Online Fuego Cravings 16032 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, CA 90603 (562) 526-1155 Online ordering and catering:

Photo by: Donna Walsh The restaurant has earned a reputation for its birria, but also serves a fish taco that is light and crispy with a delicious creamy cilantro dressing.

LIFESTYLES

Unleash Your Inner Radiance with Jan Beauty By; Bella Fortney

ooking for a way to experience self-care at its finest? You’re in luck, as a new beauty salon has now made its mark in Pico Rivera. The salon “Jan Beauty” had its grand opening on October 4, 2025, and has since then been a popular destination for those who enjoy beauty services. With the hardworking team at Jan Beauty, the services they offer include makeup, eyelash extensions, eyebrow laminations, facials, body waxing, detox massages, and more. The salon started with the two sisters, Rachel Vazquez and Neily Cervantes, as they made it their goal to open up their very own salon to share their expertise in cosmetology and make others feel beautiful. Almost over eight years ago, Rachel Vazquez started as a makeup artist and eventually began her eyelash extension services. Shortly after, she obtained her esthetician license with Neily Cervantes to further their work in beauty treatments. Rachel Vazuqez made it her goal to work hard and push herself to make all of her dreams become a reality. She first started doing free-lance makeup and as she learned more she was able to gain new experiences to further her knowledge of cosmotology. She currently specializes in

Located on: 9321 Telegraph RD. Unit B Pico Revera, CA 90660

makeup, facials, and Brazilian waxes; and when asked what her favorite part was when she first became a makeup artist and working in the beauty industry, she said: “Just their face when I finished doing the work, how happy they would get, that was my favorite part. I love when I have the opportunity to make women feel beautiful; it’s always really rewarding.” Said Rachel Vazquez. Five years ago, Neily Cervantes began her work in the beauty industry as well. In 2021, she became an eyelash technician, unsure of where the road would take her. Since then, she has loved every part of the journey

and has seen her growth and progress throughout the years. Currently, she specializes in eyebrow shaping, eyebrow laminations, and eyelash extensions. When asked what her favorite part of working in the beauty industry was, she says, “Being able to make my clients feel beautiful and confident in their own skin, seeing them leave with a smile and feeling amazing is the best part of what I do.” Said by Neily Cervantes. When the salon was first under construction and renovation, the Vazuqez family prioritized making it a beautiful destination for new clients. Jan Beauty is a family-oriented salon, and a direct result of hard work and dedication to

making dreams possible. The other workers featured at Jan Beauty are Yuri Porras, who specializes in body sculpting and facials, Diorella Gonzalez, whose specialties include permanent makeup such as microblading and lip tints, and Ana Guadarrama, who specializes in stretchmark and scar removal. The salon itself is calming and extremely welcoming, thanks to its highly trained

Photos By: Isabella Fortney staff. Jan Beauty offers a relaxing atmosphere, featuring neutral colors in its palette and oftentimes is playing quiet, calm music to enhance the relaxation and comfort of the beauty services you may enjoy while spending your time here. Jan Beauty is the new salon to visit if you’d like to experience pristine self-care and explore the world of beauty and selflove.

LA Philharmonic Shine at the Hollywood Bowl By: Edwin Ramos

nder the beautiful Los Angeles night sky, the Los Angeles Philharmonic brought their magic to the Hollywood Bowl. This time with a special concert by playing some of the music from the great composer John Williams. The LA Phil delivered a breathtaking performance that showcased the orchestra’s creativity throughout the concert. The concert drew many music lovers and first time enjoyers to one of the city’s most iconic venues for a spectacular night. The Hollywood Bowl has become the home for the LA Philharmonic since 1922. The venue has quickly nestled itself into an area where many come together to see the world of music. The orchestra’s composer, Gustavo Dudamel has been with the group for 17 years and this will be his last. He brought a lot of energy into the performance which captivated the audience. Between parts of the show, he took the time to talk about some of the songs he would

LA Philharmonic play songs from composer John Williams including some from the Star Wars and Superman franchise on Thursday Oct. 9, 2025.

be composing. He listed some of the songs that John Williams created and a little backstory about them. He had the audience appreciating the time he spent explaining the music. One of the highlights of the

“From the moment the show started I knew it was going to be special for many and for myself because I grew up listening to the music of those films.”

- Blake Harris

Photo By: Edwin Ramos

night was when they played many of the “Star Wars” songs. Much of the audience were there to see and listen to the songs of that movie. Long-time fan of the Star Wars films, Blake Harris was glad he got to see a

performance like this. “From the moment the show started I knew it was going to be special for many and for myself because I grew up listening to the music of those films.” Harris said. As the music echoed throughout the venue the audience held their lightsabers once they heard the start of the Star Wars theme. For many in attendance, the experience of the show was more than just a concert, but a celebration of music. The LA Philharmonic’s performance at the Hollywood Bowl has become a yearly event as many bring their families to cherish a time together. As the end of the show closed in, the audience stood for a standing ovation to one of the most iconic orchestras in the world. This time fireworks lit up the sky as the orchestra walked away after finishing a well done performance. This concert showed how much power music has on people and how it can help them feel comfortable listening to what they enjoy.

ARTS &ENTERTAINMENT

The City of Angels Presents LAFW Powered by Arts Hearts Fashion

By: Bella Fortney

or those fashion lovers looking for some new entertainment or inspiration, Los Angeles has now debuted their sensational fashion week, powered by Art Hearts Fashion from Oct. 16 to Oct. 18, 2025. According to Art Hearts Fashion, this show has been the leading platform that is dedicated to bringing new and innovative designers and artists to fashion week. Their coast-to-coast contemporary events get the most renowned designers and the sharpest emerging designers to the runway, ranging from New York to Los Angeles and Miami. Art Hearts was founded in 2010 and has later become a new and trendy force for fashion, art, and entertainment. The shows this week had a vast variety of designers, on Thursday, artists shown were: Coral Castillo, Alexsis Monsanto, Glaudi, The Mestrizo, Idol Jose, MHM Couture, Raquelle Pedraza, Hiromi Asai, and David Tupaz. On Friday, the designers were: NKN Nekane, Merlin Castell, Kentaro Kameyam, Amara, Maxmila, Pia Bolte,

Cross Colours, and George Styler. Lastly, on Saturday, the designers were: Maribel JD, Sahar Shaeir Couture, Viator Felis, Richard Hallmarq, BFYNE, Giannia Azar, Mister Triple X, and Venus Prototype. For the Black Design Collective they featured Upcycle Denim and Sustainability Project for 2025. As they showcased their inspiring collections of work, the designers who took the spotlight this week presented the carefully curated works of art to embody the elegance and grace of fashion. The models at the event brought the designs to life with their performance-like walks and vibrant personalities. Each piece of clothing told a unique story, and the individuality and personality of every designer were captured. As the show went on, you could easily see how hard the designers worked. Every piece of art tells its own story within its lines. The show captured the essence of how fashion can be fluid and alive, just as it is with all art. Photos by: Bella Forney Art Hearts fashion models strut various of designer’s creations at the New Mart in Los Angeles on Friday Ocr. 17 showcasing the designer’s unique and creative fashion. The event, founded by Erik Rosete, showcased about 40+ different designers and all had their own unique style. The event was also on a live broadcast segment on Fox News. This fashion show only happens twice a year in the Los Angeles area. Arts Hearts Fashion continues to celebrate creativity, inclusivity, and the global fashion community.

SPORTS Ohtani Shines as Dodgers Nothing but New: All-Freshman Team Head Back to World Series Shoots for a Strong Season Start 7

By: Marissa Chavez he Rio Hondo’s Men’s basketball team had a scrimmage against LA Premier Prep on Fri. Oct. 17. The roadrunners had a score of 75 to 60 beating their opposing team. The basketball team has their first official game of the season starting Nov. 5 versus Los Angeles Southwest College. Their current track record for the team is 1 and 0. Head coach Steve Johnson, coaching the basketball team for over 17 years, has lots of goals for this upcoming season. “Our goal for the team this year is for us to really kind of bond, really develop as young men because were all freshman, so our expectations is for them to really understand this, the level of competition that they’re playing at and really develop their skills so that they can continue to get better and have progress throughout the year” Johnson says. Robert Reyes, freshman at Rio Hondo has been playing

Photo by: REUTERS/via SNO Sites/ Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Oct. 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) is awarded the MVP of the NLCS after game four of the NLCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium.

By: Edwin Ramos he defending World Series Champions, Los Angeles Dodgers are heading back to the fall classic defeating the first seed Milwaukee Brewers in a 4-0 sweep, on Oct. 17. Los Angeles were looked at as the underdog before the series started due to having a losing record throughout the season to the Brewers. They put that narrative down and gave the Brewers a challenge from start to finish. In what was arguably one of the greatest performances of all time in a sports game, Shohei Ohtani led the Dodgers with 3 home runs and 10 strikeouts. Coming into Game 4, Ohtani only had 2 hits in 11 plate appearances against the Brewers. As the starting pitcher, he struck out 3 batters to begin the game, that’s where it seemed that he had a different approach to the game. Switching from a glove to a bat Ohtani led off for the Dodgers and hit a solo home run in the bottom of the first inning.

A strong start for him gave an idea to many as to what game he would have that night. Firing away he was as he shut down the Brewers lineup with an excellent six strong innings with ten total strikeouts. That was not all for Ohtani as he had 2 more homers with that already impressive stat line. The Dodgers went on to defeat the Brewers by a score of 5-1 where they now await their opponent for the World Series, where it can be either the Seattle Mariners or Toronto Blue Jays. Ohtani was named the National League Championship Series Most Valuable Player for his performance. After the game Ohtani spoke to the media and put the team first talking about his performance. “We won it as a team, and this was really a team effort,” Ohtani told the media. The Dodgers will have some time off before they start their quest for a repeat as the first game of the World Series is on Friday Oct. 24.

basketball for 14 years and plays as a point guard for the roadrunners. His expectations for the upcoming season is to be better than last year “last year wasn’t the greatest, I feel like we have a much better squad this year so we should be able to get far and hopefully start beating some teams in conference.” Reyes says. With the basketball team only having about 16 players, Reyes still has confidence in his team that they can achieve great things. “ We’re kinda small this year, so just keep on playing fast, playing hard” Reyes says in advice to his fellow teammates. Kenneth Bailey, freshman, shooting guard for Rio Hondo’s basketball team has been passionate about basketball for years “I was born in a basketball gym” Bailey jokes. He is excited about what’s to come for this upcoming season. “Come out and support your school team, we’re excited to play for not just each other, but for the school and represent

the roadrunners as a whole.” Bailey says. Being a student athlete is not the easiest thing to balance, with classes, games, homework, and practices it can be very stressful. “Study hall has been a great resource. It’s not only a requirement, but it’s also encouraged, like even if we’re past our time that we’re supposed to be in study hall, it’s encouraged that we go back in there, just lock in, knock our assignments out, and then even we come together as a team and help each other out with assignments, tutoring, and whatnot” Bailey says. We wish our fellow roadrunners nothing but the best, the team might be small but with the great coaching staff and teamwork they have they are determined for a great season. The first game of the season will be a home game starting at 5 p.m. Go out a support the men’s basketball team for the 2025-2026 season. Go Roadrunners!

Photos by: Marissa Chavez Head coach Steve Jonhson speaks to his team as they discuss their scrimmage win against LA Premier Prep on Oct. 17 at the Rio Hondo school basketball gym.

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The new park will blend the function of a traditional dog park with the imaginative style of Mexican alebrije folklore. Using alebrijes as its core theme, the park will serve a fourfold purpose: to educate the public about local wildlife and habitats, to strengthen the human-canine bond, to boost the physical and mental health of dogs and owners, and to inspire future dog park designs with culturally-infused art. On August 28th, 2025, City officials gathered around the unused portion of land on the corner of Rosemead Boulevard and Gallatin Road to participate in the Groundbreaking ceremony for the highly anticipated dog park. Many dog owners will appreciate the benefits of having a local dog park, including pet socialization, fresh air, and being able to run in a controlled area without a leash. In addition to the dog park area, a small walking path will be included so that the local neighborhood residents can use the space to walk safely and enjoy some outdoor exercise. “It’s a real neat idea and I look forward to the opening” says Hector Martínez, a nearby resident. “The theme sounds amazing and a new

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place to walk with my dogs? I’m in”. The Alebrije Dog Park Project is fully funded using $1.5 million from the American Rescue Plan

Act (ARPA) and $1 million from the California Natural Resources Agency. The park is currently under construction, estimated to be completed early winter

next year. The opening of the park will be big city news, and when it opens, all the dogs in Pico Rivera, and their owners, will all be very happy come opening day.