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Student candidates explain why they are the best person to elect for their desired role during the candidate forum on Wednesday in the Center for Inclusion and Belonging, L-103. Students can virtually cast their ballots on eServices on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Student government elections open this week
Simon Her, Staff Writer • April 21, 2025

Students will get to cast their votes for campus and district-wide student elections on Tuesday and Wednesday. Polls are open for the fall student...

Firefighters responding to a call at campus’ light rail station. The Federal Emergency Management Agency, which provides local grants and training programs for firefighters, may face funding cuts under the Trump administration.
Executive order shifts responsibility to states to manage disasters, campus reacts
Marco Sanchez, Staff Writer • April 20, 2025

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 18 aiming to “empower states, localities, and citizens” in terms of disaster preparedness,...

Softball head coach Kristy Schroeder joins the team in a huddle after the Hawks faced San Jose City College on Feb. 11. The team improved to a 19-15 overall record after defeating Sierra College 11-0 on April 12.
Hawks’ softball excels academically and on the field
Damian Khim, Staff Writer • April 18, 2025

The softball team received the 2024 California Community College Athletic Association Scholar Team Academic Award for their academic and athletic...

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Twenty-nine-year-old Tyre Nichols, who was from Sacramento, was pulled over for reckless driving and was assaulted by Memphis Police officers in Memphis, Tennessee on Jan. 7. Nichols died three days later on Jan. 10 from the assault and five officers are being charged with second-degree murder.

Students voice their thoughts on the death of Tyre Nichols

A Cosumnes River College employee found a dead individual in the parking structure on Tuesday night. The deceased individual was a former CRC student and the campus was on lockdown for over 40 minutes.

Man found dead on campus, died by suicide

"The Last of Us" TV series premiered on HBO on Jan. 15 and releases a new episode once every week for their nine-episode season. Bella Ramsey as Ellie Williams on the left and Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller.

‘The Last of Us’ is the best video game to TV series adaptation yet

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Los Rios Community College District’s ninth Chancellor Dr. Brian King sitting in CC-262 on Monday. King said he plans to retire in June 2026, stating he is proud of leaving the district better than he found it.
Chancellor King ‘proud’ to retire after over a decade of service
Avani Kumar, Editor in Chief • April 23, 2025
Local filmmakers night was a showcase of five films from Sacramento-based filmmakers that occurred on April 11 at Cosumnes River College. This included “Apex,” which was directed by Alejandro J. Guiterrez and edited by Courtney Ramirez, who is also an instructional assistant in the RTVF department.
‘Apex’ debuts on campus and highlights local film makers
Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer • April 21, 2025
Student candidates explain why they are the best person to elect for their desired role during the candidate forum on Wednesday in the Center for Inclusion and Belonging, L-103. Students can virtually cast their ballots on eServices on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Student government elections open this week
Simon Her, Staff Writer • April 21, 2025
FEATURES
Los Rios Community College District’s ninth Chancellor Dr. Brian King sitting in CC-262 on Monday. King said he plans to retire in June 2026, stating he is proud of leaving the district better than he found it.
Chancellor King ‘proud’ to retire after over a decade of service
Avani Kumar, Editor in Chief • April 23, 2025
The film “Sacramento,” starring Michael Angarano (“Sky High”) and Michael Cera (“Barbie”), is playing in theaters now. While the comedic dialogue was satisfying, the overall message of the film failed.
‘Sacramento’ is a comedy that missed the mark
Ye Ye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer • April 22, 2025
Local filmmakers night was a showcase of five films from Sacramento-based filmmakers that occurred on April 11 at Cosumnes River College. This included “Apex,” which was directed by Alejandro J. Guiterrez and edited by Courtney Ramirez, who is also an instructional assistant in the RTVF department.
‘Apex’ debuts on campus and highlights local film makers
Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer • April 21, 2025
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
The film “Sacramento,” starring Michael Angarano (“Sky High”) and Michael Cera (“Barbie”), is playing in theaters now. While the comedic dialogue was satisfying, the overall message of the film failed.
‘Sacramento’ is a comedy that missed the mark
Ye Ye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer • April 22, 2025
Local filmmakers night was a showcase of five films from Sacramento-based filmmakers that occurred on April 11 at Cosumnes River College. This included “Apex,” which was directed by Alejandro J. Guiterrez and edited by Courtney Ramirez, who is also an instructional assistant in the RTVF department.
‘Apex’ debuts on campus and highlights local film makers
Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer • April 21, 2025
The cast of “Orlando” taking their bows at the end of the performance on March 13. River Stage held seven performances during the month of March
River Stage’s ‘Orlando’ explores human identity and transformation
Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer • March 29, 2025
SPORTS
Sophomore little Carlie McCormick tips the ball during the Hawks’ win against American River College on Friday. The team is shifting their focus to the Big 8 Conference Pairs Championship on April 25.
Hawks beat Folsom Lake and American River before championship chase
Kaden Richards, Staff Writer • April 23, 2025
Softball head coach Kristy Schroeder joins the team in a huddle after the Hawks faced San Jose City College on Feb. 11. The team improved to a 19-15 overall record after defeating Sierra College 11-0 on April 12.
Hawks’ softball excels academically and on the field
Damian Khim, Staff Writer • April 18, 2025
Sophomore center fielder Chase Christenson scores the first run of the game on April 8 in the first inning. The Hawks went on to win the series against the Mustangs, 2-1.
Baseball grinds out 5-4 win against Delta College
Simon Her, Staff Writer • April 16, 2025
CAMPUS LIFE
The student tabling the Palestine table is sharing date cookies, baklava and Arabic coffee. The event was thrown on by the APIDA Hawk center to bring awareness to other students about Eid.
Culture day brings students together to learn about Muslim celebrations
Alexa Luna, Staff Writer • April 14, 2025
The Los Rios study abroad program offers students the opportunity to study in Barcelona this fall. The trip starts on Sept. 13 and ends on Dec. 12, and costs $9,125.
Barcelona study abroad trip offers cultural immersion and experience
Azalika Lee, Staff Writer • April 7, 2025
Wellness Advocate Akaysia Hill helps guide a yoga class with positive affirmations in Library L - 106 as part of Women's History Month. Hill created the event to bring peace of mind to attendees, she said.
Women’s History Month ends with yoga and affirmations
Simon Her, Staff Writer • April 2, 2025
HAWK TALK: If you could have any celebrity as your teammate, who would it be?

  • “I’d pick Shaq because I could throw lobs to him. I’d play basketball with him.” Brian Baggerly, 18-year-old architecture major.

    Simon Her

  • “Kobe Bryant because he is very motivational and I just hear about how he gets up really early before the game and all the practices.” Joslynn Rodriguez, 19-year-old psychology major

    Simon Her

  • “If it came down to it I’d play volleyball with Yao Ming cause think about how easy it is for him to hit the ball.” Brandon Saeturn, 23-year-old psychology major.

    Simon Her

  • “If I were to choose basketball I think I’d have to choose Allen Iverson because my dad loves Iverson.” Frederick Douglas, 25-year-old sociology major.

    Simon Her

  • “I’d go with Leonardo Dicaprio because I love his movie The Titanic” Christina Moncada, 18-year-old psychology major.

    Simon Her
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