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A stream of cars moves through the Broadway intersection, with some turning left to cross the train tracks onto Carolan Avenue. Broadway and Carolan Avenue are both hotspots on a Vision Zero, and the organization’s winter proposal is expected to address these and other safety concerns.
City advances efforts for street safety
Nuts and Candy Store Owner John Kevranian stockpiled his products in anticipation of the tariffs.
Tariffs drive up costs for local businesses
In accordance with President Donald Trump’s presidential proclamation, the U.S. flag at Burlingame will be flown at half-staff from Friday, Sept. 12, until sunset on Sunday, Sept. 14.
Staff protests district decision to fly flag at half-staff for Charlie Kirk
During the Aug.15 fire evacuation, some students played frisbee on the front lawn to pass the time.
Fire alarms prompt evacuations, cause schoolwide concern
Principal Jen Fong delivers her speech to the crowd at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 27.
New gym opens after two years of construction
Jordan Loey, Burlingame’s new assistant principal for the 2025-26 school year, spent the past decade in various roles at Abraham Lincoln High School in San Francisco.
Loey joins as new assistant principal
Hype around house music: 1980s genre reverberates with Gen Z
Hype around house music: 1980s genre reverberates with Gen Z
Commercialization on the Avenue
Commercialization on the Avenue
New year, new faces
New year, new faces
Cracks are visible on the courts near the football field, with weeds beginning to grow through them.
Tennis continues to play on poor-quality courts
Students dress up for the USA-themed football game against Arroyo High School on Friday, Sept. 13.
Editorial: It’s time to reclaim the flag as a symbol of unity
Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing
Influencers shouldn’t promote deceptive marketing
Opinion: Women’s professional sports still aren’t getting the respect they deserve
Opinion: Women’s professional sports still aren’t getting the respect they deserve
President Donald Trump passed an executive order on March 1 declaring English as the United States’ national language, reversing the policies of former administrations and setting a new precedent for the country.
The US shouldn’t have an official language
According to NBC News, as of April 16, government authorities have revoked the visas of international students across 32 states by citing “a seldom-used 1952 foreign policy statute to take aim at their activism” or for past charges.
Editorial: Revoking student visas violates First Amendment
After seven years in development, the record-breaking film “KPop Demon Hunters” has earned Netflix its first box-office hit with the new theater sing-along experience.
“KPop Demon Hunters” brings Korean culture to audiences worldwide
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
Goodthing Coffee opened in October 2024 and is a popular spot on Burlingame Avenue for trending desserts and decadent drinks.
Review: Goodthing Coffee serves up unique and fast-selling drinks and desserts
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Why Squid Game season two outshines the original
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Freshman Judy Hu makes a stroke on the second-to-last hole of the Green Hills golf green during their game against Capuchino High School on Wednesday, Sept. 24.
Girls’ golf defeats Sequoia, Capuchino, El Camino, remains undefeated
Juniors Tad Folgner and Aiden Dille run together, pacing each other to strong finishes.
Girls’ open division cross country captures first win at Half Moon Bay
Junior Lucas Carlson battles for the ball in front of the opposing team’s goal.
Boys’ water polo defeats rivals Menlo-Atherton in a dominant victory
Senior running back Hayden Haba fights off a Los Gatos defender.
Football suffers disappointing loss against Los Gatos
Freshman Chloe Chew carries the ball towards the endzone in an attempt to score.
Flag football dominates Jefferson in season opener
Students gather on the dance floor during Pride Prom, celebrating in an atmosphere designed to be welcoming and inclusive for all.
District celebrates Pride Prom as LGBTQ+ community faces pushback
Community members gather around the buffet table during the Ramadan Iftar potluck, an event hosted by the SMUHSD Family Engagement Program.
Beyond fasting: students share significance of Ramadan
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
A Day in the Life with Coach E
A Day in the Life with Coach E
Walk the Field with Running Back Hayden Haba
Walk the Field with Running Back Hayden Haba
Screen time management tools: helpful or harmful?
Screen time management tools: helpful or harmful?
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: March Madness predictions
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
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A stream of cars moves through the Broadway intersection, with some turning left to cross the train tracks onto Carolan Avenue. Broadway and Carolan Avenue are both hotspots on a Vision Zero, and the organization’s winter proposal is expected to address these and other safety concerns.
City advances efforts for street safety
Alex Bertelli, Copy Editor • September 25, 2025
Nuts and Candy Store Owner John Kevranian stockpiled his products in anticipation of the tariffs.
Tariffs drive up costs for local businesses
Akira Nakamura, Copy Editor • September 14, 2025
In accordance with President Donald Trump’s presidential proclamation, the U.S. flag at Burlingame will be flown at half-staff from Friday, Sept. 12, until sunset on Sunday, Sept. 14.
Staff protests district decision to fly flag at half-staff for Charlie Kirk
Joelle Huysmans and Iny Li • September 12, 2025
Features
Jordan Loey, Burlingame’s new assistant principal for the 2025-26 school year, spent the past decade in various roles at Abraham Lincoln High School in San Francisco.
Loey joins as new assistant principal
Alex Bertelli, Copy Editor • October 3, 2025

After 10 years at Abraham Lincoln High School (ALHS) in San Francisco, Jordan Loey decided to take his...

Hype around house music: 1980s genre reverberates with Gen Z
Hype around house music: 1980s genre reverberates with Gen Z
Oscar Bill and Henry Gardner • September 30, 2025
Commercialization on the Avenue
Commercialization on the Avenue
Paige Cornelius and Olivia Newman • September 24, 2025
New year, new faces
New year, new faces
Leia Burlingham, Lea Von Hagen, Abby Chou, Peili Brown, Addison Chu, Scarlett Ko, Eddy Ortiz, Jason Lu, Tehya Scholz-Moresco, Claire Hwang, Elsa Scimeca, Chantal Lay, Faith Lee, Andrew Barrera, and Jonah Moss • September 22, 2025
Opinion
Entertainment
After seven years in development, the record-breaking film “KPop Demon Hunters” has earned Netflix its first box-office hit with the new theater sing-along experience.
“KPop Demon Hunters” brings Korean culture to audiences worldwide
Audrey Wei, Social Coordinator • August 28, 2025
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
‘They don’t make them like they used to’: TV shows from the early 2000s are better than the ones now
Olivia Newman, Copy Editor • April 19, 2025
Goodthing Coffee opened in October 2024 and is a popular spot on Burlingame Avenue for trending desserts and decadent drinks.
Review: Goodthing Coffee serves up unique and fast-selling drinks and desserts
Abby Zarahn, Diversity Coordinator • April 7, 2025
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Why Squid Game season two outshines the original
Kaylee Hwang, Design Editor • January 15, 2025
Sports
Student Life
Students gather on the dance floor during Pride Prom, celebrating in an atmosphere designed to be welcoming and inclusive for all.
District celebrates Pride Prom as LGBTQ+ community faces pushback
Audrey Wei, Social Coordinator • April 24, 2025
Community members gather around the buffet table during the Ramadan Iftar potluck, an event hosted by the SMUHSD Family Engagement Program.
Beyond fasting: students share significance of Ramadan
Iny Li, Managing Editor • April 3, 2025
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Evelyn Du, Managing Editor • February 4, 2025
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Chiara Wesley, Senior Reporter • December 14, 2024
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A Day in the Life with Coach E
A Day in the Life with Coach E
Josie Wettan, Chiara Wesley, and Henry Gardner • September 29, 2025
Walk the Field with Running Back Hayden Haba
Walk the Field with Running Back Hayden Haba
Henry Gardner and Kai Shah • August 29, 2025
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Alex Bertelli, Copy Editor • September 22, 2025
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