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Dawn Momohara's portrait. Photo from Vol. 56, No. 121 of The Daily Pinion
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Remembering Dawn Momohara
By Dominic Niyo, McKinley High School - HI

Editor’s note: This article contains graphic details of a violent crime that some readers may find disturbing. As the case remains under investigation, new developments may arise. Reader discretion is advised. Every McKinley High School student walks through the halls of the W Building as part of their daily routine, often unaware that nearly 50 years ago, those same halls became the site of one of Hawaii’s most infamous unsolved murders. For decades, the question remained unanswered: Who murdered Dawn Momohara? Now, with recent advancements in DNA technology, the Honolulu Police Department has identified a suspect—Gideon Belamidi Castro, a 1976 graduate of the school. "In the weeks leading up to the arrest, our investigators worked with the Honolulu Police Department’s Scientific...

Ariyana James (12) sits on the bench alongside her teammates. After being named to the CAAC Blue All-League team last year, James suffered a stroke during preseason this year, causing her to be out for  season.
Unbreakable
By Holyn Walsh, East Lansing High School
Café Vida in the Pacific Palisades on Jan. 26.
A tribute to Altadena and the Palisades
By Channing '25, Francesca '25, and Addie '26
Many students and teachers are concerned about job security, career prospects and overall stability of the computer science industry. “We're still at the infancy of AI, but it does seem like a pivotal time,” computer science teacher Marina Peregrino said.
Decoding computer science’s future
By Claire Tian, Ashley Mo, and Jonathan Xue
Student journalism, a cornerstone of local democracy, is endangered across the country.
OPINION: The case for student journalism
By Isabella Edghill, duPont Manual High School
English teachers Brad Ruda (left) and Matt Dewar (right) are often confused for one another.
“I’m not Mr. Ruda”
By Lizzy Grace, Lake Forest High School
Hollywood 22 smoke shop on Mass. St. appeals to a younger audience with bright signs and colorful lighting.
The Smoke Shop Epidemic in Lawrence
By Avery Sloyer, Lawrence High School
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The Austin skyline at night makes it nearly impossible to see any celestial objects except for the brightest planets and stars.
A sky without stars
By Elizabeth Nation, McCallum High School
Southern Illinois counties such as Effingham and White wish to combine lands with neighbor state Indiana, which would shift historical geographic borders.
A house divided: The Illinois secession movement and its challenges
By Aly Dusing, West Chicago Community High School
Llaverias' son, John, and their family dog, Remi, watch a duck.
Feathers & family: the duck hunting traditions of Archie Williams
By Malika Kronik and Caroline McFerron
“We did the unthinkable,” sophomore Riggy Khyungra said, reflecting on the team’s victory. “We made history.”
39 Years in the Making: La Salle Boys Basketball Brings Home the Championship
By Ashe Hardigg, La Salle Catholic Preparatory High School
Senior Hayden Riordan looks at her reflection in her pool. Growing up, she would get in it year-round, whether the water was cold or not.
In the wake
By Krista Fleming and Lily Andersson
Vulcans, Hobbits and Hooligans: the trilogy of political personas faces unbalance
Vulcans, Hobbits and Hooligans: the trilogy of political personas faces unbalance
By Siena Versaci, The Masters School
The struggles of being mixed race
The struggles of being mixed race
By Jasper Paulson, Kaneland High School's student news publication
Recent legislation has changed the United State's stance on major health organizations, such as the National Institute of Health and the World Health Organization, leading to removal of informative health sources.
Public health should be safeguarded, not stifled
By Olivia Yuan, Lynbrook High School - CA
Michael Quintin (’25) conducts a magic trick with Naina Singh (’26) at a Student Spotlight assembly Nov. 14, 2024. Quintin said he has performed at seven assemblies through middle and high school.
Michael Quintin conjures excitement through magic, casts wonder on audience
By Sophia Hsu, The American School in London
The results of the 2025 Oscars came as a surprise when dialogue-free Latvian film "Flow" became the first indie film to win Best Animated Feature. Previous Pixar employee of 22 years Michael O'Brien says "Flow" is significant for young creatives entering the industry. "I think it is a super exciting time to enter animation as a young animator. You have the world in front of you. There are a bunch of new tools and styles that AI will bring and that will be an opportunity for young people to show us older people what they can do with them. I helped bring computers into animation, and now it’s time for new storytellers to make movies their way," O'Brien said.
Oscar-winning film ‘Flow’ inspires young animators
By Gabrielle Charest, Carlmont High School
Shamrock shuffle
Shamrock shuffle
By Yein Ahn, Parkway West High School
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Connection crew member Wyatt M. gives a gift to one of the ACCESS students.
Connection Crew brings valentines with a twist
By Julia B., Abbigail M., and Aubrey O.
This image is from her trailer video, which depicts Jennie’s alter ego, displaying her newfound freedom to explore her newfound freedom as a solo artist.

Credits: Mexico City Production by Habitant
A new era of musical freedom
By Sophia W., Day Creek Intermediate School
Bringing communities together through pageantry
By Greeshma Marathu and Gia Ajani
Dysfunctional Grace
By Makena Coleman, Sunil Musson, and Skylar Roy
Business Beat: Holy Rollie Pastry Shop spreading swirls of community joy
By Greeshma Marathu, Coppell High School
Business, Gifted Teachers Host Second Annual Job Fair
By Siddharth Sawant and Stephan Bosnjak