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I spy with my little eye… mass surveillance in Santa Ana

Over the last three months, a group has been discovered deploying cameras on undisclosed street corners of Santa Ana in an operation meant to document the comings and goings of Santa Ana

December 3, 2025

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Five magical movies to watch this holiday season

Looking for the perfect holiday movie? This list has you covered with a diverse selection of films that capture the magic of the season. From heartwarming tales to laugh-out-loud comedies, there’s something

December 3, 2025

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It’s overconsumption not collecting

Owalas. Funko Pops. Mickey Mouse Ears. Labubus. Whatever the latest craze may be, I’m tired of people using collecting as an excuse for overconsumption. Collecting has gone from a cute hobby to

December 1, 2025

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ICE is the illegal one

Immigrants have been targeted during this presidency for their appearances, spoken language and places they work. Federal agencies such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Border Patrol, Customs and Border Protection and the

November 10, 2025

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SAC’s website is shameful—and it’s time for a change

Click. Click. Click. I scroll past page after page of irrelevant information written in tiny text and year-old announcements, all embedded in an unbelievably ugly format. Every time I attempt to use

November 3, 2025

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Tricks, treats and total flops: How 2025 redefined and recycled horror

It doesn’t have to be Halloween to watch a good horror film. This year has been extremely eventful for horror fanatics, with multiple elements and aspects of the genre being explored in

October 29, 2025

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The news makes me sad

In 2025, the news is not a place that brings joy or peace. Reading a news article or watching a video makes me more depressed than informed. To stay informed is to

October 28, 2025

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Mental health is a public issue, not a personal failure

In a society that often glorifies physical strength, we’ve stigmatized the idea of mental health well-being. Mental health is not a personal failing or a sign of weakness by any means; it’s

October 20, 2025

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Talk to us! We’re community reporters

Reporting on sensitive issues is always a struggle. There are a lot of ethical questions that need to be addressed. El Don’s staff has struggled to properly document historical moments happening in

October 14, 2025

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Attend public meetings to remind elected officials they serve you

The decisions made by public officials directly impact you and your neighbors. Whether or not you attend public meetings, your tax dollars are being spent. So it’s your responsibility to attend public

October 13, 2025

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