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Tylenol, the most used product that pregnant women use that helps reduce pain and maternal fever. Tylenol comes in many different kinds, the one shown above is used for cold and the flu, most pregnant woman would use the most used kind of Tylenol that is just white and has the word “Tylenol” written in red.
Trump Suggests Tylenol Links to Autism
Rocky Mountain National Park, from Trail Ridge Road in June of 2025. Government shut downs have almost happened before this decade, but the government hasn’t actually shut down since 2018. Due to the government shut down, national parks such as Rocky Mountain National Park, have shut down.
2025 Government Shutdown: What to Know
At Delta University in Mississippi, a tragedy unfolded. A black college student was found hanging on a tree. The death was ruled as a suicide, however, this doesn’t seem believable for some. Idoghor Melody/ Wikimedia/ CC-BY-SA
Hanging of Black College Student Sparks Nationwide Outrage
The FirstBank Colorado location closest to Frederick High at Colorado and Firestone Blvds in Firestone. PNC Bank announced that they plan to buy FirstBank for over $4 billion early next year and convert all their locations into PNC branches.
FirstBank Colorado Bought by PNC Bank
A peñero floats just offshore Margarita Island, Venezuela. Three small boats similar in size and design to this have been bombed by the US off the Venezuelan coast in the past month--one on September 2, one September 15, and one September 16. While the White House claims these strikes are to prevent drug transports to the US by Tren de Aragua, Venezuelan autocrat Nicolás Maduro has accused the US of extrajudicial murder. (Wilfredor/Wikimedia, CC BY-SA)
US Deploys Military Forces to Venezuela
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat’s performances of Pharaos Story, which pulls the whole show together.
A Dreamcoat to Remember
Junior Joseph Summers has been named one of the new State Thespian Officer, which is a great accomplishment. Joey has accomplished many amazing things throughout his years of being a high schooler, and will continue to accomplish many more. Courtesy of Addy Bowers
Joey Summers is New Lead for Colorado State Thespians
The characters in Clue: On stage listening into a conversation, adding to the mystery of the show (Courtesy of Christopher Tone)
The Theatre Department Gets a Clue
Sophomores Odin Wridt and Orion Freeman and junior Erik Esqueda-LeRoi jam in front of the gym doors in the commons during second lunch on December 10, 2024. All three are members of Frederick High's School of Rock class, which elected to perform during both lunches as a final for their class. In School of Rock, Mr. Liss teaches students how to cover and create their own rock, pop, country, and hip-hop songs.
Lunch Sacks and Amp Stacks
As the passengers believe they know who the snowman thief is, they set out to look around the train to look for them.
Unified Theatre Chases a Frosty Fiend
From being involved in rigorous academics, productions on stage, leadership clubs, and sports, Helena is ready to lead the way for future students too. (Courtesy of Helena Ahuja)
HELENA AHUJA: WRITING HER OWN PATH
Joel Chambers struts in bright blue tu-tu on freshman orientation day. Link Crew leader for years, Joel was excited to hype up the freshman during his last year. (Jenna Johnston)
JOEL CHAMBERS: Leader in every way
During the Homecoming assembly, freshman Jayli Fifeld participated in a game of musical chairs dressed head to toe in Blue and Gold spirit wear. After her loss, her senior big brother Axton came down from the bleachers to give Jayli a big hug. These two prove that spirit week is about more than just winning—it's about uniting as a community.
Homecoming Hype: Frederick Celebrates Spirit Week
Senior Kenzie Kincaid has been in yearbook since her freshman year, and she has enjoyed every moment. She works on pages of the yearbook with her group, and has a lot of fun doing it.
KENZIE KINCAID: Capturing Memories and Criminals
Fredericks color guard waved their colorful flags on the streets of Frederick, showing off their skills. The color guard students bring some pride to the school, working hard to give everyone a great performance. The color guard students practice long and hard to get down the routine they need.
Carnival Vibes Take Over Frederick High Homecoming Parade
From being involved in rigorous academics, productions on stage, leadership clubs, and sports, Helena is ready to lead the way for future students too. (Courtesy of Helena Ahuja)
HELENA AHUJA: WRITING HER OWN PATH
Joel Chambers struts in bright blue tu-tu on freshman orientation day. Link Crew leader for years, Joel was excited to hype up the freshman during his last year. (Jenna Johnston)
JOEL CHAMBERS: Leader in every way
Senior Kenzie Kincaid has been in yearbook since her freshman year, and she has enjoyed every moment. She works on pages of the yearbook with her group, and has a lot of fun doing it.
KENZIE KINCAID: Capturing Memories and Criminals
Senior Preston Kissinger, the quarterback for the Golden Eagles, played well throughout high school and helped make the football team feel like a community. He has made unforgettable memories and friends on the field. (Courtesy of Preston Kissinger)
PRESTON KISSINGER: Eyes on the End Zone
Senior Ava Reed has made her way through high school, playing volleyball, studying, and making memories. She will continue to play volleyball throughout college, and to pursue her passion for pediatrics. (Courtesy of Ava Reed)
AVA REED: Making Her Mark on the Court
Students at Frederick High School are supposed to buy a parking pass to put in their cars, which allows them to park in either of the parking lots. This does not make sense to students, and it just creates a hassle for the teenagers.
Dear Admin: Parking Passes Should be Free
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
Luigi Mangione sitting in court, patiently awaiting to see of the court rules if guilty or not guilty.
Dear Reader: Luigi Deserves Care but Not Mercy
The sign on page for the Bluebook application, which is the app that students now must go through to take all online standardized tests. This includes the PSAT, the SAT, CMAS, as well as many College Board AP tests which are moving towards digital testing.
Dear CDE: Juniors Have Too Many Tests
Parent teacher conferences can be useful at times, but most of the time, they are pointless. These conferences take up a lot of teachers time and add stress to students lives, which is unneeded.
Dear Parents: Don’t Waste Your Time With Conferences
The show was originally going to be a movie but was ultimately changed to a mini series. “Originally, we were thinking it’d be a movie … But there were some things … certain issues … so basically it’s like a four‑episode mini‑event … It’s one story. It’s one through line. A lot of insanity happens.”-Bryan Andrews.(Marvel)
Marvel Zombies Lacks Content to Bite Into
The third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty gives fans what they want, each episode taking twists and turns. The season is filled with love triangles, friendship, and drama, making it a worth while watch. (Prime Video)
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a Show to Remember
Hollowknight: Silksong is the sequel to Team Cherry’s Hollow Knight, this game surrounds and has the player play as Hornet, who is a character you discover in the original game. (Hollow Knight: Silksong)
Hollow Knight: Silksong Rejuvenates Indie Games
Him is able to capture some of the potential horrors from being in the NFL. This unique and creative film suffers some missteps in story and pacing. Monkey Paw Studios)
Him Fails to Go All the Way
Tim (Dave Franco) and Millie (Alison Brie) get an eyeful of each other in this poster for Together. The chemistry between the real-life couple elevates this film from B-movie body horror to something terrifyingly beautiful and beautifully terrifying. (Neon)
Together Will Get Under Your Skin
The show was originally going to be a movie but was ultimately changed to a mini series. “Originally, we were thinking it’d be a movie … But there were some things … certain issues … so basically it’s like a four‑episode mini‑event … It’s one story. It’s one through line. A lot of insanity happens.”-Bryan Andrews.(Marvel)
Marvel Zombies Lacks Content to Bite Into
Him is able to capture some of the potential horrors from being in the NFL. This unique and creative film suffers some missteps in story and pacing. Monkey Paw Studios)
Him Fails to Go All the Way
Tim (Dave Franco) and Millie (Alison Brie) get an eyeful of each other in this poster for Together. The chemistry between the real-life couple elevates this film from B-movie body horror to something terrifyingly beautiful and beautifully terrifying. (Neon)
Together Will Get Under Your Skin
Posters of the latest Conjuring film Last Rites shows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga) looking in a shattered mirror while something demonic looks back at them. What Warner Bros. is calling the final film in the series is based on the final investigations by the real-life Warrens into the Smurl haunting in 1986. While Wilson and Farmiga still shine as the heart of the franchise, the slow pacing and convoluted storyline demonstrate why the franchise is on its deathbed. (Warner Bros./New Line Cinema)
Conjuring: Last Rites Bids a Much-Needed Farewell to the Warrens
One of the biggest musicals, Hamilton, has been moved into theaters for a little bit, allowing fans to get an even more magical experience. This opportunity is not one to miss, since this has not been in theaters before. (Disney)
Hamilton Goes from Stage to the Big Screen
The third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty gives fans what they want, each episode taking twists and turns. The season is filled with love triangles, friendship, and drama, making it a worth while watch. (Prime Video)
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a Show to Remember
The Paper, a spinoff of the classic show The Office, gives fans a good laugh. The two shows are very similar, which gives The Office fans something else to watch. (Peacock)
The Paper Issues Lots of Laughs
In this photo they are getting ready for a challenge of tug a war to determine which teams they are going to be on. The Battle Camp is made up 18 contestants from different shows like Too Hot to Handle, Love is blind, The Cheer, The Mole and among others. The show was premiered April 23, 2025 and consists of 10 episodes. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix’s Newest Adventure Show
The new Netflix documentary series, American Murder: Gabby Petito really shows the story of Gabby’s life and helps viewers understand what she went through. The series includes body cams from the police of Gabby and her boyfriend, who went on a roadtrip together. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix Uncovers Gabby Petito’s Truth
The newest and final season of Cobra Kai is filled with many emotions and is promised to leave the audience satisfied. The ending to the show was perfectly executed, leaving the fans satisfied and happy. (Netflix)
Cobra Kai Never Dies
Sabrina Carpenter dances with a stoic partner on one of several covers for her new album Man's Best Friend. Her initial cover art featured Carpenter on all fours in front of a standing man who is pulling her hair in his fist, which many have decried as overly sexual and anti-female. This cover premiered in a June 29 Instagram post by Carpenter, who joked that it was "approved by God." (Island Records)
Sorry Dogs—Sabrina is Man’s New Best Friend
“Over the past like year and a half, I’ve been in the studio, I have a project that is the most personal and powerful music project I’ve ever done”-Will Smith. Courtesy of Universal Music Group
Based on a True Story is a Bust
The Weeknd’s final chapter, Hurry Up Tomorrow captures his feelings of heartbreak, addiction, and loss. There are multiple features on the album as well, which help capture the emotion he is trying to show. (Republic Records)
A Nice End to The Weeknd
Ballonerism, Mac Miller's latest posthumous release, captures the turbulence he experienced in 2014 as he moved to a major label and became re-addicted to drugs. While a great album overall, Miller's experiments with different genres and sound effects may put off some listeners.
Balloonerism Soars to Uncomfortable Heights
Pop superstar Billie Eilish sits on a blue cling-wrapped oven in a blue cling-wrapped kitchen on the poster advertising her sold out Hit Me Hard and Soft world tour. The tour kicked off in Quebec City, Canada on September 29, 2024, and will end in Dublin, Ireland on July 27, 2025. (Universal Music Group)
Billie Hits Hard in Concert
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Frederick Lantern
Tylenol, the most used product that pregnant women use that helps reduce pain and maternal fever. Tylenol comes in many different kinds, the one shown above is used for cold and the flu, most pregnant woman would use the most used kind of Tylenol that is just white and has the word “Tylenol” written in red.
Trump Suggests Tylenol Links to Autism
Rocky Mountain National Park, from Trail Ridge Road in June of 2025. Government shut downs have almost happened before this decade, but the government hasn’t actually shut down since 2018. Due to the government shut down, national parks such as Rocky Mountain National Park, have shut down.
2025 Government Shutdown: What to Know
At Delta University in Mississippi, a tragedy unfolded. A black college student was found hanging on a tree. The death was ruled as a suicide, however, this doesn’t seem believable for some. Idoghor Melody/ Wikimedia/ CC-BY-SA
Hanging of Black College Student Sparks Nationwide Outrage
The FirstBank Colorado location closest to Frederick High at Colorado and Firestone Blvds in Firestone. PNC Bank announced that they plan to buy FirstBank for over $4 billion early next year and convert all their locations into PNC branches.
FirstBank Colorado Bought by PNC Bank
A peñero floats just offshore Margarita Island, Venezuela. Three small boats similar in size and design to this have been bombed by the US off the Venezuelan coast in the past month--one on September 2, one September 15, and one September 16. While the White House claims these strikes are to prevent drug transports to the US by Tren de Aragua, Venezuelan autocrat Nicolás Maduro has accused the US of extrajudicial murder. (Wilfredor/Wikimedia, CC BY-SA)
US Deploys Military Forces to Venezuela
Left to Right: Madi Schanz, Natalie Sias, Lyla Kuhn, Elayna Fisher, Brealea Stendel, Izzy Horne. Celebrating their six seniors, Frederick softball had a dominating game over Silver Creek. With eight runs and a joy filled senior celebration, it’s a game the team will never forget. (Christopher Tone)
Softball Shines at Senior Night
Frederick kept their winning streak after playing against Montebello High School for the homecoming game on Friday. The Golden Eagles scored 42 points, while Montebello scored 21 points. The Golden Eagles are on a winning streak, and hope to keep it up.
Frederick Football Comes Home with a Win
Fredericks Golden Eagles soared over Skyline, earning 56 points. After Fredericks first two games of the season were lost, they redeemed themselves and are hopeful to start their winning streak.
Frederick Football Soars over Skyline
While the Frederick girls volleyball team didn't end up taking the win against Standley Lake, they still played and had fun. The girls will strive to win the next games they get to play.
Hard Hits, Tough Loss for Frederick Volleyball
Frederick Vs Mead came brings rivalry, and tension between the schools. Even though the Golden Eagles did not win, we still won in school spirit.
Frederick Football Falls to Rival Mead
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat’s performances of Pharaos Story, which pulls the whole show together.
A Dreamcoat to Remember
Junior Joseph Summers has been named one of the new State Thespian Officer, which is a great accomplishment. Joey has accomplished many amazing things throughout his years of being a high schooler, and will continue to accomplish many more. Courtesy of Addy Bowers
Joey Summers is New Lead for Colorado State Thespians
The characters in Clue: On stage listening into a conversation, adding to the mystery of the show (Courtesy of Christopher Tone)
The Theatre Department Gets a Clue
Sophomores Odin Wridt and Orion Freeman and junior Erik Esqueda-LeRoi jam in front of the gym doors in the commons during second lunch on December 10, 2024. All three are members of Frederick High's School of Rock class, which elected to perform during both lunches as a final for their class. In School of Rock, Mr. Liss teaches students how to cover and create their own rock, pop, country, and hip-hop songs.
Lunch Sacks and Amp Stacks
As the passengers believe they know who the snowman thief is, they set out to look around the train to look for them.
Unified Theatre Chases a Frosty Fiend
From being involved in rigorous academics, productions on stage, leadership clubs, and sports, Helena is ready to lead the way for future students too. (Courtesy of Helena Ahuja)
HELENA AHUJA: WRITING HER OWN PATH
Joel Chambers struts in bright blue tu-tu on freshman orientation day. Link Crew leader for years, Joel was excited to hype up the freshman during his last year. (Jenna Johnston)
JOEL CHAMBERS: Leader in every way
During the Homecoming assembly, freshman Jayli Fifeld participated in a game of musical chairs dressed head to toe in Blue and Gold spirit wear. After her loss, her senior big brother Axton came down from the bleachers to give Jayli a big hug. These two prove that spirit week is about more than just winning—it's about uniting as a community.
Homecoming Hype: Frederick Celebrates Spirit Week
Senior Kenzie Kincaid has been in yearbook since her freshman year, and she has enjoyed every moment. She works on pages of the yearbook with her group, and has a lot of fun doing it.
KENZIE KINCAID: Capturing Memories and Criminals
Fredericks color guard waved their colorful flags on the streets of Frederick, showing off their skills. The color guard students bring some pride to the school, working hard to give everyone a great performance. The color guard students practice long and hard to get down the routine they need.
Carnival Vibes Take Over Frederick High Homecoming Parade
Students at Frederick High School are supposed to buy a parking pass to put in their cars, which allows them to park in either of the parking lots. This does not make sense to students, and it just creates a hassle for the teenagers.
Dear Admin: Parking Passes Should be Free
Air pollution affects people all over the United States, especially young children due to the impact it can have on their growth and development. Currently, there is a vote in Congress on whether companies should be able to release certain pollutants unregulated. "Pollution" by akeg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.
Dear Congress: Why Do You Want to Poison Us?
Luigi Mangione sitting in court, patiently awaiting to see of the court rules if guilty or not guilty.
Dear Reader: Luigi Deserves Care but Not Mercy
The sign on page for the Bluebook application, which is the app that students now must go through to take all online standardized tests. This includes the PSAT, the SAT, CMAS, as well as many College Board AP tests which are moving towards digital testing.
Dear CDE: Juniors Have Too Many Tests
Parent teacher conferences can be useful at times, but most of the time, they are pointless. These conferences take up a lot of teachers time and add stress to students lives, which is unneeded.
Dear Parents: Don’t Waste Your Time With Conferences
From being involved in rigorous academics, productions on stage, leadership clubs, and sports, Helena is ready to lead the way for future students too. (Courtesy of Helena Ahuja)
HELENA AHUJA: WRITING HER OWN PATH
Joel Chambers struts in bright blue tu-tu on freshman orientation day. Link Crew leader for years, Joel was excited to hype up the freshman during his last year. (Jenna Johnston)
JOEL CHAMBERS: Leader in every way
Senior Kenzie Kincaid has been in yearbook since her freshman year, and she has enjoyed every moment. She works on pages of the yearbook with her group, and has a lot of fun doing it.
KENZIE KINCAID: Capturing Memories and Criminals
Senior Preston Kissinger, the quarterback for the Golden Eagles, played well throughout high school and helped make the football team feel like a community. He has made unforgettable memories and friends on the field. (Courtesy of Preston Kissinger)
PRESTON KISSINGER: Eyes on the End Zone
Senior Ava Reed has made her way through high school, playing volleyball, studying, and making memories. She will continue to play volleyball throughout college, and to pursue her passion for pediatrics. (Courtesy of Ava Reed)
AVA REED: Making Her Mark on the Court
The show was originally going to be a movie but was ultimately changed to a mini series. “Originally, we were thinking it’d be a movie … But there were some things … certain issues … so basically it’s like a four‑episode mini‑event … It’s one story. It’s one through line. A lot of insanity happens.”-Bryan Andrews.(Marvel)
Marvel Zombies Lacks Content to Bite Into
The third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty gives fans what they want, each episode taking twists and turns. The season is filled with love triangles, friendship, and drama, making it a worth while watch. (Prime Video)
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a Show to Remember
Hollowknight: Silksong is the sequel to Team Cherry’s Hollow Knight, this game surrounds and has the player play as Hornet, who is a character you discover in the original game. (Hollow Knight: Silksong)
Hollow Knight: Silksong Rejuvenates Indie Games
Him is able to capture some of the potential horrors from being in the NFL. This unique and creative film suffers some missteps in story and pacing. Monkey Paw Studios)
Him Fails to Go All the Way
Tim (Dave Franco) and Millie (Alison Brie) get an eyeful of each other in this poster for Together. The chemistry between the real-life couple elevates this film from B-movie body horror to something terrifyingly beautiful and beautifully terrifying. (Neon)
Together Will Get Under Your Skin
The show was originally going to be a movie but was ultimately changed to a mini series. “Originally, we were thinking it’d be a movie … But there were some things … certain issues … so basically it’s like a four‑episode mini‑event … It’s one story. It’s one through line. A lot of insanity happens.”-Bryan Andrews.(Marvel)
Marvel Zombies Lacks Content to Bite Into
Him is able to capture some of the potential horrors from being in the NFL. This unique and creative film suffers some missteps in story and pacing. Monkey Paw Studios)
Him Fails to Go All the Way
Tim (Dave Franco) and Millie (Alison Brie) get an eyeful of each other in this poster for Together. The chemistry between the real-life couple elevates this film from B-movie body horror to something terrifyingly beautiful and beautifully terrifying. (Neon)
Together Will Get Under Your Skin
Posters of the latest Conjuring film Last Rites shows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga) looking in a shattered mirror while something demonic looks back at them. What Warner Bros. is calling the final film in the series is based on the final investigations by the real-life Warrens into the Smurl haunting in 1986. While Wilson and Farmiga still shine as the heart of the franchise, the slow pacing and convoluted storyline demonstrate why the franchise is on its deathbed. (Warner Bros./New Line Cinema)
Conjuring: Last Rites Bids a Much-Needed Farewell to the Warrens
One of the biggest musicals, Hamilton, has been moved into theaters for a little bit, allowing fans to get an even more magical experience. This opportunity is not one to miss, since this has not been in theaters before. (Disney)
Hamilton Goes from Stage to the Big Screen
The third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty gives fans what they want, each episode taking twists and turns. The season is filled with love triangles, friendship, and drama, making it a worth while watch. (Prime Video)
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a Show to Remember
The Paper, a spinoff of the classic show The Office, gives fans a good laugh. The two shows are very similar, which gives The Office fans something else to watch. (Peacock)
The Paper Issues Lots of Laughs
In this photo they are getting ready for a challenge of tug a war to determine which teams they are going to be on. The Battle Camp is made up 18 contestants from different shows like Too Hot to Handle, Love is blind, The Cheer, The Mole and among others. The show was premiered April 23, 2025 and consists of 10 episodes. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix’s Newest Adventure Show
The new Netflix documentary series, American Murder: Gabby Petito really shows the story of Gabby’s life and helps viewers understand what she went through. The series includes body cams from the police of Gabby and her boyfriend, who went on a roadtrip together. Courtesy of Netflix
Netflix Uncovers Gabby Petito’s Truth
The newest and final season of Cobra Kai is filled with many emotions and is promised to leave the audience satisfied. The ending to the show was perfectly executed, leaving the fans satisfied and happy. (Netflix)
Cobra Kai Never Dies
Sabrina Carpenter dances with a stoic partner on one of several covers for her new album Man's Best Friend. Her initial cover art featured Carpenter on all fours in front of a standing man who is pulling her hair in his fist, which many have decried as overly sexual and anti-female. This cover premiered in a June 29 Instagram post by Carpenter, who joked that it was "approved by God." (Island Records)
Sorry Dogs—Sabrina is Man’s New Best Friend
“Over the past like year and a half, I’ve been in the studio, I have a project that is the most personal and powerful music project I’ve ever done”-Will Smith. Courtesy of Universal Music Group
Based on a True Story is a Bust
The Weeknd’s final chapter, Hurry Up Tomorrow captures his feelings of heartbreak, addiction, and loss. There are multiple features on the album as well, which help capture the emotion he is trying to show. (Republic Records)
A Nice End to The Weeknd
Ballonerism, Mac Miller's latest posthumous release, captures the turbulence he experienced in 2014 as he moved to a major label and became re-addicted to drugs. While a great album overall, Miller's experiments with different genres and sound effects may put off some listeners.
Balloonerism Soars to Uncomfortable Heights
Pop superstar Billie Eilish sits on a blue cling-wrapped oven in a blue cling-wrapped kitchen on the poster advertising her sold out Hit Me Hard and Soft world tour. The tour kicked off in Quebec City, Canada on September 29, 2024, and will end in Dublin, Ireland on July 27, 2025. (Universal Music Group)
Billie Hits Hard in Concert
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Colorado’s Supreme Court has banned conversion therapy against the LGBTQ+ community. This is going to be re evaluated later in the year to decide if a change needs to be made.

Colorado Conversion Therapy Ban Fights SCOTUS Reversal

Ivonne Sambrano, Staff writer • April 16, 2025

A Colorado law bans conversion therapy against the LGBTQ+ community. The Supreme Court agreed on Monday to hear a case to a law in Colorado that bans conversion therapy aiming at people based on their...

Colorado, along with other states and the federal government, is taking steps to alert citizens of a growing phishing scam where targets receive text messages claiming they have an unpaid toll fine. The image above was made by the Federal Trade Commission to spread awareness of this grift. (Federal Trade Commission)

Colorado Warns Citizens about Fake Toll Texts

Melinda Yim, Staff Writer • April 12, 2025

Drivers on Colorado E-470 might have seen an unusual road message over spring break: "NATIONAL ALERT: TEXT & EMAIL SCAM WARNING." Since January 29, this message has been appearing on road displays...

Donald Trump has set a lot of tariffs on multiple countries, causing the price of groceries and other necessities to become more expensive. 3 days later, he decided to put most of these tariffs on pause for 90 days. These tariffs have started to cause the economy to crash, concerning many. Courtesy of Voice of America

UPDATE: Trump Tariffs Put on Pause

Kaylee Ledgerwood, Staff Writer • April 11, 2025

Pauses aren’t just gonna let market shoot back up but trump is being looked at for insider trading President Donald Trumps latest tariffs set on countries has concerned many and caused the economy...

This photo of Donald Trump speaking with his supporters at a campaign rally in Prescott Valley, Arizona to speak out about his ideas and beliefs. His current beliefs on setting tariffs on many countries is not going to be a good thing for the economy, causing the prices of everything to skyrocket and the economy to collapse. Trump has now set a 90 day pause on these tariffs, which raise many questions about his reason for setting them. Courtesy of The White House

Trump Tariffs Tank Trade Relations

Kaylee Ledgerwood, Staff Writer • April 7, 2025

Due to President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the world, the economy is starting to crash. Just a little while ago, the stock market was doing good, sitting at all time highs and growing at a good pace....

Text messages leaking U.S. operations in Yemen were accidentally sent to a journalist via Signal. These texts have caused an outbreak of confusion and panic as the government is now trying to cover up this confusion. (Courtesy of VP)

Signal Slip-Up Exposes US Battle Plans

Maddison Nickerson, Staff Writer • April 3, 2025

In an extraordinary breach of security, sensitive military plans for U.S. operations in Yemen were leaked to a journalist via the messaging app, Signal. The leak, which occurred earlier this week, has...

SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, has recently caused some problems throughout the United States. This year, two of his rockets have failed and exploded, causing debris to fly in different spots across the country. This has caused anger among people because the falling debris can be a very dangerous for anyone near the rockets explosion.

SpaceX Rockets Explode Across the Country

Melinda Yim, Staff Writer • April 2, 2025

Elon Musk is known for his key roles in Tesla, SpaceX, and X (Twitter). Since 2025, he has been said to be a senior advisor to U.S president, Donald Trump and head of the department of government. SpaceX...

Elon Musks latest cut is for schools funding for lunches. This creates many problems for the schools affected by these cuts because it will result in less food to give to the students that need it.

Elon Musk Cuts School Food Funding

Sophia Zamora, Staff Writer • April 1, 2025

There have been cutbacks in school food budgets in schools across the country in recent years, and Frederick High School could be among those affected. These cutbacks are in an effort to slow down government...

The Sundance Film Festival has announced that its new location is Boulder. This relocation will bring great things for the festival as well as the town of Boulder. (Lalo Pangue/Flickr)

Sundance Film Festival Moves to Boulder

Kaylee Ledgerwood, Staff Writer • March 31, 2025

The Sundance Film Festival, founded by actor Robert Redford, comes around once a year in January. Sundance has become a well known premiere festival for many different actors and actresses. The past...

Yolanda Saldivar is a well known name across the world from being Selena Quintanilla‘s closest friends, but then being the reason of Selenas death. Yolanda now has the possibility of being on parole after 30 years, which is raising controversy for fans. (Oxygen)

Yolanda Saldivar Parole Sparks Debate

Melina Joy, Assistant copy editor • March 19, 2025

Yolanda Saldivar is a name known throughout the country and in the Tejano music industry for her murder of the famous tejano star in the 90’s Selena Quintanilla. Yolanda's case sparks controversy by...

While books are being banned across the the United States in schools, Colorado is creating a bill to protect books from being banned. Books are being banned more and more frequently because they talk about what some think are touchy subjects.

New Bill Would Protect Colorado Schools from Book Bans

Kennedy Fisher, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025

Book bans aren’t just about what students read—they’re about who gets to control knowledge itself. The decision of books being banned can deeply impact the perspective of students who are experiencing...

New cases of the measles have been reported in Texas, as well as a few new cases of the bird flu around the U.S. These new cases are sparking concerns from people about a new health crisis. ( Celesteh/ Flickr)

Health Crisis Looms as New Illnesses Pop up

Maddison Nickerson, Staff Writer • March 7, 2025

2025 has already been marked by alarming health developments, with two significant outbreaks capturing the public's attention. In Texas, a tragic measles death has raised concerns about the resurgence...

Donald Trump displays one of the 42 executive orders he signed immediately following his innauguration as president on January 20, 2025. This included EO 14168, a broad mandate ordering the US government to rescind protections for and deny recognition of transgender Americans. (Trump White House, public domain)

Trump Targets Trans Teens with Executive Orders

Maddison Nickerson, Staff Writer • March 5, 2025

Within the first hour of his second term as president, Donald Trump signed 42 executive orders aimed at radically shifting government policy and American culture. Among his edicts demanding that birthright...

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