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New private security firm will cost college $300,000 despite no specific threats

New private security firm will cost college $300,000 despite no specific threats

The Courier Newsletter: Week of October 18, 2024

Christopher Galicia
October 18, 2024

Hey Lancers!

Hey Lancers! It’s week 8 of the Fall Semester Courier newsletter. This week was a packed one for Courier staff, but we’re still hard at work sharing new stories for our readers.

News

In news, staff writer Lily Regan reported on Pasadena City College (PCC) awarding a $300,000 contract to Contact Security in a move the college says is meant to enhance campus safety—despite no specific threats.

To learn more about how the new security team, works check out the article!

New private security firm will cost college $300,000 despite no specific threats

By Lily Regan

Opinion

With global inequality on the rise, the wealth gap between billionaires and the working class continues to spark debate. As billionaires like Jeff Bezos amass fortunes, news editor Zaynab Tall argues that contributions to charity can never truly offset the systemic harm caused by billionaires’ business practices.

Check out the full article below!

Billionaires are more trouble than they’re worth

By Zaynab Tall

Features

In features staff writer Gabriel Novoa wrote about Yosimar Reyes, a queer poet, who shared details about his life and his journey to success in poetry as an undocumented migrant.

Read the article learn more about Reyes and his upbringing!

How a queer, undocumented poet remains positive in a neglectful society

By Gabriel Novoa

Sports

Sports editor Jovanni Alvarado wrote about the landslide loss PCC faced when going against Mt. San Antonio College Mounties in a game that ended in a score of 2-0.

Catch up on the game with Jovanni’s recap!

Pasadena fails to climb Mt. San Antonio in shutout loss

By Jovanni Alvarado

Lifestyle

In Lifestyle, photo editor Desiree Brewington wrote about the Latino-owned businesses of Pasadena that continue to bring flavor and authenticity to the community—even after Hispanic Heritage Month is over.

Check out the full article for more information on businesses!

Wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month with comida and cafés

By Desiree Brewington