Starbucks in 2025: Back to the Way They Used to Be?
Although achieving a 2024 net revenue of $36.18 billion is no easy feat, the Seattle-based coffee giant Starbucks has been facing a decline in their global store sales over the …
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Nails Hammered Into My Head – On Reading the News
It is a great fortune to have a job I love – yet it causes significant mental anguish. While large news media has favored sensationalized headlines to generate clicks, views …
Who is Washington’s Newest Governor Bob Ferguson?
Ferguson’s earliest roots trace back to Seattle. A fourth-generation Washingtonian, Ferguson grew up in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood and attended Bishop Blanchett High School. Later on, he ventured towards the …
“How Do You Live?” An Essay on Seasonal Depression
The State of Washington has become a center of cold, harsh weather where the majority of the days out of the year consist of early sunsets and gloomy days. This …
Seahawks 2024-25: A Season of Transition, Growth, and Missed Opportunities
The Seattle Seahawks’ season concluded on Jan. 5 in a win against their division rivals, the Los Angeles Rams, with a score of 30 to 25. Capping off their season, …
Attempted Gun Shop Robbery in Fall City
At approximately midnight on Thursday Dec. 6, an attempted robbery occurred at Fall City Firearms. Residents of Unincorporated King County in the Ames Lake and Tolt Hill neighborhoods were alerted …
Best Black Friday Deals
Black Friday is coming up! I’m sure that everyone is excited to buy something because there are so many good deals going on. I have compiled a list of some …
Bird Flu Cases Confirmed in Washington
What is bird flu? According to Mayo Clinic, it is an infectious viral disease that primarily affects birds and mammals. Specifically, the “H5N1” strain is particularly severe within avian species, …
A $10B Deficit – Governor Inslee Calls for Cuts
Due to an increasing demand for public services, in addition to lower tax collections, Washington is facing an estimated operating budget shortage ranging from $10 billion to $12 billion over …
Two Month Long Boeing Strike Comes to an End
On Nov. 4, Boeing machinists officially ended their seven week strike after voting to accept a new contract offer from the company. With the strike over, the company can immediately …
Two Act For Young Wizards: Puffs, A Fall Play at Bellevue College
The arts that Bellevue College promotes are not limited to just live musical performances and fine art showcases, but its Theatre Arts Program as well. The BC Theatre Arts Department …
Seattle’s Famous Pike Place Gum Wall Cleaned
Pike Place Market has become one of Seattle’s top local and tourist spots for those who want to shop, eat and enjoy a beautiful sea-life view. From local artisan goods …
Unleash Your Creativity at BC: Join the Art and Design Club for Inspiration, Community, and New Opportunities!
Hey, BC students! Have you been looking for new places to show your creativity? Perhaps share a drawing that you’re really proud of? Look no further than the Art and …
Seattle-Based East African Drug Ring Indicted on Drug and Weapon Charges Following Major Law Enforcement Operation
On Oct. 30, 12 people connected to an East African drug ring based in Seattle’s University District have been formally indicted by law enforcement agencies. All twelve individuals, who were …
Teen Charged with Killing His Family in Local Shooting
On Oct. 21, police took a teen into custody after a shooting that left five dead in Fall City. Police have since identified the victims as Sarah and Mark Humiston …
Holiday Cheer or Overconsumption? The True Cost of ‘Consume Product’ Culture
The song Pale Light by Skeler samples a poignant section from Carl Sagan’s famous Pale Blue Dot speech. Backed by atmospheric vocals, Sagan speaks, “Our posturings, our imagined self-importance The …
The Secret Lives of Estranged Students
College is a strange time for many people. Most college students are legal adults, yet a full-time commitment to school leaves them with limited time for adult responsibilities. Family support …
Powerball! Should We Be Incentivizing Voter Registration? The Political Lottery of Elon Musk
With a network of $270.3 billion, Elon Musk has reached incredible heights of wealth through his companies like Tesla, SpaceX and his current start-up company, xAI. Apart from his multiple …
Ballot Boxes Set On Fire In Washington and Oregon
In a series of events leading up to Election Day, three ballot drop boxes in the Portland, Oregon area and Vancouver, Washington, were set on fire, damaging hundreds of ballots. …
Multi State E. Coli Outbreak at McDonalds
McDonalds has been facing national outrage due to the detection of E. Coli in its products. As this article was written, 90 people had been confirmed to be infected with …