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Students for Justice in Palestine host walk-out at CSUF

Over 80 people gathered in the Humanities Plaza last Thursday to engage in a walk-out coordinated by Cal State Fullerton’s chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine.

The walk-out was a part of the nationwide Shutdown for Palestine movement organized by the National SJP, who called upon students to join them in marches, demands for an immediate ceasefire and other forms of action. The movement spread across SJP chapters nationwide, including organized walk-outs at Long Beach State, UC Irvine,
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Academic Senate opposes new GE requirements

Transfer and freshmen students may soon see changes to their general education requirements starting Fall 2025.

Cal-GETC, the newly implemented GE pattern by the Intersegmental Committee of Academic Senates, will provide a single pathway for transfer students to be eligible for both CSUs and UCs when transfering.

Last Thursday, the Academic Senate voiced their opinions on the change, voting against the implementation of Cal-GETC.

The outcome resulted in 25 votes accepting the resolution, 17 v
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CSUF Police investigating burglary at visual arts building

The Cal State Fullerton Police Department is currently investigating a theft at the Visual Arts building last weekend, resulting in the loss of equipment valued at approximately $4,600.

According to a statement released by CSUF Police on Monday, several items, including Apple iPads, chargers, flashlights, knives and electronic equipment were taken. CSUF Police Capt. Scot Willey said the stolen property belonged to CW Driver, a contracting and construction company working out of offices on the n
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Drag show at CSUF channels the spooky season

Students gathered in front of a stage adorned in dancing lights and cobwebs to see a mix of both professional and student drag queens channel horror movie icons, lip sync to spooky comedies and strut in elaborate costumes.

The 11th annual CSUF Drag Show event was hosted by the LGBT Queer Resource Center in collaboration with the Housing and Residential Engagement. It took place at the Housing Piazza Thursday with a Halloween theme.

“My favorite part of the night was how crazy it was, and no on
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Dust off these unnoticed Pollak Library resources

Seeking a place to study, assistance with coursework or equipment to use for a creative project? Here is a guide to help you get the most out of Pollak Library’s resources, both on and off campus.

The Pollak Library is more than just a quiet place to read and study. There are several areas where students can work on group projects and hold discussions as well.

Group study areas are located on the first, second and fourth floors of the north wing of the library and the fifth floor of the south
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Creep it Real OC hosts annual haunt in Santa Ana

A spooky camp of over 120 vendors, live music, food and drink and celebrity meet-and-greets haunted the paths of the Heritage Museum of Orange County in Santa Ana for Creep it Real OC, an annual Halloween festival, last weekend.

Cory Schriver-Holtzman, the museum’s wedding and event coordinator, confirmed that a portion of ticket sales from Creep it Real OC will go towards the museum’s upkeep.

“We have a lot of pride in the museum and the grounds, so we try to keep exhibits going,” Schriver-Ho
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Women’s Resource Center hosts welcome event

The quad in front of the Humanities-Social Sciences building bustled with Cal State Fullerton students as a result of the Women's Resource Center’s welcome event.

The event held several tables where students could learn more about Diversity Initiatives & Resource Centers and LGBT Queer Center.

Jinhee Park, graduate student assistant at the WRC, said the welcome event served as an opportunity for new and returning students to understand what the center offers.

“We’re going to be the newest cen
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Orange County’s tricks, treats and haunts this year

Are you in search of a spooky experience or some fun family-friendly events that everyone can enjoy this fall? You’re in for a treat! Here’s a guide to help you plan out your Halloween season in Orange County.

This year’s Creep it Real OC event will offer attendees the chance to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Disney movie “Hocus Pocus” by hosting a meet-and-greet with cast members Vinessa Shaw, Omri Katz and Jason Marsden.

The event also will include live music, photo opportunities and
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Healthy routine-building tips to decrease stress

For most students, worries about due dates and packed class schedules drift away during summer break. As the fall semester begins, so does the balancing act of classes, clubs, work and family.

Starting the semester off by establishing a sustainable routine will prevent stress and provide structure to hectic days moving forward. Here are some tips to help you come up with that routine.

Slow down and focus on one task at a time. Planning ahead by setting aside chunks of time that are designated
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Victim Stabbed Near Beach Restrooms

SANTA MONICA—One individual was stabbed near beach restrooms located near the end of Bicknell Avenue on Monday, July 31.

Officers responded to a 911 call of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 2000 block of the beach at approximately 2:07 p.m., according to a statement by Santa Monica Police Department.

Upon arrival, the officers located the victim near the beach bathrooms “suffering from at least one stab wound to the chest.”

Officers administered first aid and CPR until the Santa Monica
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SMPD To Conduct Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation

SANTA MONICA—The Santa Monica Police Department will conduct a Bike & Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Operation on August 3 and August 4 between the hours of 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. Officers will be “patrolling areas where bike and pedestrian traffic and collisions occur in an effort to lower deaths and injuries,” according to a notice by the SMPD.

The SMPD will be leading “extra enforcement efforts” during the Safety Enforcement Operation, looking for traffic violations committed by drivers, bike ride
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City Council Unanimously Approves Private Security Downtown

SANTA MONICA—The Santa Monica City Council unanimously voted 7-0 to approve a pilot program that will deploy a private security company to patrol downtown Santa Monica at a regular meeting on July 25.

The 12-month pilot program, currently set to cost $1.7 million, would employ Covered 6, a private security company based in Southern California.

Several residents, business owners, and employers of Santa Monica have spoken at city council meetings to voice the impact local crime, in combination w
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Trader Joe's Recalls Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup

CALIFORNIA—A Trader Joe’s product, Unexpected Cheddar Broccoli Soup, is being recalled throughout several states “because the product has insects in the frozen broccoli florets,” according to a report by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The recall of the soup product, packaged in 20-ounce film-sealed plastic containers, includes 10,899 cases of the product sold at stores in California, Florida, Illinois, Texas, Washington, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut, according to the FDA.

The recall
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City To Offer Free Emergency Response Training Course

MALIBU—The City announced the return of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training free of charge via in-person classes from August 17 through September 26. The program offers training in basic first aid, search and rescue, disaster preparedness, disaster psychology, and more.

“Following a major disaster, professional first responders who provide fire and medical services may not be able to fully meet the demand for services,” the city’s webpage for CERT reads.

“Factors such as communic
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Probation Officer At Camp Kilpatrick Charged With Assault

MALIBU—Supervising Probation Officer Oscar Cross, 59, has been charged with the assault of a minor that occurred in 2020 at Camp Kilpatrick, a juvenile detention facility in Malibu.

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced during a news conference on Monday, July 24, that Cross will face three years in county jail if he is convicted on the one count of assault under the color of authority.

According to the District Attorney’s office, Cross “allegedly used excessive force as
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Two Arrested, Eight Cited At DUI Checkpoint

WEST HOLLYWOOD—Two drivers were arrested for driving while under the influence, and eight others were cited for driver’s license-related offenses while driving through a DUI checkpoint on Friday, July 21. One driver was cited for driving with a suspended driver’s license.

The DUI Checkpoint was located at San Vicente Boulevard north of Beverly Boulevard, operating from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday. The location was chosen “based on reported incidents of impaired driving-related crashes,” accordin
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City Announces Freeway Closures To Stabilize Bluffs

SANTA MONICA—The City has announced multiple overnight road closures to proactively remove an unstable portion of the Santa Monica Bluffs above Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) between the California Incline and Moomat Ahiko Way.

Starting at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 25, the emergency removal will prompt the closure of the Moomat Ahiko Way on-ramp from Ocean Avenue to PCH. At approximately 2 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, June 26, the westbound I-10 at Lincoln Boulevard through northbound Pacif
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Cooling Center Opening At Plummer Park Amid Heatwave

WEST HOLLYWOOD—Amidst a high heat advisory, the City of West Hollywood will open the Cooling Center at Plummer Park from Saturday, July 22 through Wednesday, July 26.

The Cooling Center will occupy the Plummer Park Community Center Senior Lounge, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard. Free transportation to Plummer Park is provided by West Hollywood’s Cityline service, which operates Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For additional information and a detailed route map, visit www.we
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Electrical Fire In Two-Story Home Extinguished By LAFD

WOODLAND HILLS—Firefighters responded to a fire caused by an “electrical malfunction” on the second floor of a two-story home on Saturday, July 22.

Two elderly residents of the home, located at 4946 Llano Drive, “evacuated themselves from the structure after smelling smoke coming from the floor above,” according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

Firefighters were dispatched at approximately 9:15 a.m. Within 19 minutes, 18 firefighters extinguished the flames, containing them to the room-of-o
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Pedestrian Killed in 405 Freeway Collision

SHERMAN OAKS—A pedestrian was killed on the 405 freeway on the morning of Thursday, July 20, after they were struck by a vehicle.

Authorities responded to the collision site at approximately 7:15 a.m., where traffic was moving northbound on the 405 Freeway at Ventura Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene, and a portion of the freeway was shut down for further investigation. No details surrounding the circumstances that led up t
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Bacteria Warnings At Santa Monica And Malibu Beaches

SANTA MONICA—The Los Angeles County Public Health Department continued to warn beachgoers this week after the department released a bacteria alert for Santa Monica, Malibu, and Marina Del Rey beaches on Monday, July 17.

Officials cautioned individuals planning to visit Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at the following locations:

-Topanga Canyon Beach in Malibu, 100 yards up and down the coast from the creek.

-Malibu Lagoon at Surfrider Beach,
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Barnes & Noble Returns To 3rd Street Promenade

SANTA MONICA—Barnes & Noble, a nationwide bookselling company, is returning to the 3rd Street Promenade at a new location, according to the City of Santa Monica.

A once-vacant space in the 1300 block of the 3rd Street Promenade began teasing a new bookstore earlier this month. Papers hung in the windows which had book-related puns like “New store coming soon… It’s a real page-turner!” and “Coming soon… Better late than novel!”

Suspicion of the company’s return to the Promenade began swirling o
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Hikers Warned Of High Heat In Santa Monica Mountains

MALIBU—As temperatures are expected to reach triple digits in California this week, local agencies warn hikers of significant heat in coastal valleys and the Santa Monica Mountains through Monday, July 17.

Malibu Search and Rescue urges the public to avoid hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains unless it’s in the very early hours of the morning. Peak heat is expected to reach from 90 to 105 degrees in coastal valleys and the Santa Monica Mountains.

“We strongly urge you to avoid hiking during da
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28-Year-Old Gabriella Flowers Missing Since June

WEST HOLLYWOOD—Gabriella Silvia Flowers, a Los Angeles-based stylist and model with over 46,000 followers on Instagram, has been reported missing.

Flowers was last seen on June 28, 2023, at 4:50 p.m. on the 8100 block of Norton Avenue in West Hollywood, according to a missing person bulletin released by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

Detectives are seeking help from the public to locate Flowers as her family is concerned for her well-being.

She is described as a 28-year-old Blac
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