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  • June 3Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
  • May 21Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian found dead after a helicopter crash.
  • May 13Historic geomagnetic storm gave millions in the U.S. opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
  • May 9After three days of deadly storms, Southern states are preparing for more severe weather.
  • April 29After failing to reach an agreement with student protestors, Columbia University says it will not divest from Israel.
  • April 22Dozens of students arrested at Yale, more than 100 arrested and suspended at Columbia over pro-Palestinian protests.
  • April 15Football star and ex-convict O.J. Simpson dies at 76 after a long battle with cancer.
  • April 2Florida Supreme Court rules that State Constitution does not protect abortion, allowing for a ban after six weeks of pregnancy.
  • March 25The U.N. Security Council approved a new demand for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza that the U.S. abstained from voting on.
  • March 18In Jacksonville Beach, Florida, three separate shootings left one person dead and multiple injured.
The Student News Site of Issaquah High School

The Issaquah High Times
The Student News Site of Issaquah High School

The Issaquah High Times
Maverick Mendoza

Maverick Mendoza, Photographer

Class of 2020, first year photojournalist, and avid supporter of doing whatever your heart desires. Regardless of what anyone feels they have to be, the only thing they should be is happy. Or rich. One of the two.

All content by Maverick Mendoza
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[Photo] The U.S. Government Releases Footage of UFOs: “Scientists Won’t Touch It”

Melanie Barry, Staff Writer
May 26, 2020
Quarantine Culinary

Quarantine Culinary

Maverick Mendoza, Photographer
May 18, 2020
Aberrant Politics

Aberrant Politics

Maverick Mendoza, Photographer
May 1, 2020
I call this photo Halted Memories because it just seems really sad to me that kids aren't even allowed to play on the playground structure during quarantine because I know that when I first moved here a long time ago, that playground is where I spent a lot of my childhood. Therefore, its halted memories because for a brief moment in time (for who knows how long), childhood memories are on hold.

[Photo] Life As We Know It

Erinn Bloch, Ben Eskenazi, Sydney Hancock, Roman Levashov, Maverick Medoza, Photographers & Illustrator
April 28, 2020
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[Photo] “These Two Windows” Tour

Victoria Poitras, Staff Writer
March 9, 2020
WHAT DOES LOVE MEAN? High school relationships are complicated, and processing your emotions and devoting time, effort, and money can be confusing. Find out what it takes to keep a solid relationship as a teen.

[Photo] The Reality of Love

Bettina Sanford, Staff Writer
March 6, 2020
INTENSE COMPETITION: The amount an athlete will have to train and prepare for the chance of competing at the college level can be overwhelming. However, the reward is very worthwhile.

[Photo] College Recruiting — The Fight for Talent

Steven Moore, Sports Statistician
March 6, 2020
HOODIE LOVE: A vast majority of teens wear sweatshirts. What most people don’t realize is that a fair number of those people have formed strong connections to those sweatshirts and will wear them in poor conditions, feeling naked without them.

[Photo] Addiction to Repetition: Sweatshirts

Eric Bachman, Staff Writer
March 5, 2020
FRANCE HAS HAD ENOUGH France is to ban the mass shredding of all male chicks by 2021, saving the lives of billions of chicks. Due to their inability to produce eggs and tasty meat, they are killed brutally by animal farmers.

[Photo] France Is to Ban the Mass Murdering of all Male Chicks by 2021

Harper Frye, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
SPEEDY NEW ERA: Large 5G companies are beginning to roll out hardware and upgrades for the new fifth generation standard of mobile data.

[Photo] The Future of Mobile Data

Benny Po, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
PARKING LOT WOES: Students at Issaquah High School must purchase a school-parking pass for $140 in order to park in the school lot. Despite the pass system, some students choose to take the risk and park illegally.

[Photo] The Struggle of the School Parking Lot

Megan Spataro, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
U.S./IRAN TENSIONS: Tensions grew over the last month between the two countries following a drone strike on Iran by the US, which killed a commander. Iran retaliated with missile strikes on US bases in Iraq, and are calling for US troops to leave the Middle East.

[Photo] U.S./Iran Tension in the New Year

Eric Bachman, Staff Writer
February 6, 2020
Public Transportation

Public Transportation

Maverick Mendoza, Photographer
January 29, 2020
Embracing Senioritis

Embracing Senioritis

Maverick Mendoza, Photographer
January 27, 2020
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[Photo] The New Age of Music

Benny Po, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
Climate Change

[Photo] Our Earth Is Dying

Harper Frye, Staff Writer
January 22, 2020
GAMING TREND: Google Stadia is a new frontier of gaming. Although it is too early to tell, the possibilities that Google Stadia present are numerous, and could just about revolutionize the gaming industry as a whole.

[Photo] Google Stadia: the Future of Gaming

Eric Bachman, Staff Writer
December 18, 2019
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[Photo] Romantic Stories and Essential Advice From the Couples of IHS

Rebekah Rahman, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
ON THEIR WAY TO VICTORY Issaquah Girls’ Gymnastics places second in their very first meet of the season. Pictured is Hannah Munson, one of the very talented gymnasts on the team.

[Photo] Issaquah Girls’ Gymnastics Places Second in Their First Meet

Harper Frye, Staff Writer
December 9, 2019
A DYING INDUSTRY This is one of the many paintings that are slowly using value due to our societies interest in brain-washing technology. This painting shows a wealthy family relaxing on the beach, one of my favorites.

[Photo] So You Think Museums Are Boring?

Harper Frye, Staff Writer
December 2, 2019
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[Photo] The Case Shocking the Country: The Guilt or Innocence of Rodney Reed

Paisha Watkins, Staff Writer
November 27, 2019
AIDED BY NEW TECHNOLOGY, Researchers are rapidly discovering new methods to         combat cancer. Many scientists are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to bring research and treatment to new heights.

[Photo] Improvements in Cancer Research and Treatment

Benny Po, Staff Writer
November 27, 2019
SEASON OPENER: Leah Weitzsacker conducts Chamber Strings on Oct. 30.

[Photo] Chamber Strings Season Opener

November 13, 2019
SEASON PREMIER: Leah Weitzsacker conducts Evergreen Philharmonic Orchestra Nov. 2.

[Photo] Evergreen Philharmonic’s Superbly Impressive Premiere Concert

Rebekah Rahman, Staff Writer
November 13, 2019
The State of Mental Health

The State of Mental Health

Maverick Mendoza, Photographer
November 7, 2019
WILL LIFE IMITATE ART? “Joker” has turned out to be the most controversial movie this year and has many people worried about the film’s effect on society. Some people believe that the film will inspire copycat behavior in the Incel community and cause mass shootings throughout the nation.

[Photo] “Joker” Controversy

Pedro Martins, Staff Writer
November 5, 2019
THE PREVENTIVE PRECAUTION BEFORE PREGNANCY: With over 18 types of birth control out today, and more users indulging in safe sex, the market for the this industry is predicted to grow to over $33 billion by 2023. The most popular form of birth control in women is known as “the pill” and is available in two forms the combination, and the hormonal.

[Photo] Contraceptives: The Billion Dollar Industry

Bettina Sanford, Staff Writer
November 1, 2019
TRANSITIONING INTO THE SCHOOL YEAR Many students are starting to see schoolwork pile up as AP classes start picking up the pace. Many schools are starting to weigh the pros and cons of preserving AP classes as an option for students to take.

[Photo] The Pros and Cons of AP Classes

Benny Po, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
THE WITCHES WHO COULD NOT BE BURNED. Witchcraft is a hobby and a lifestyle, still practiced by many today.

[Photo] The Witches of Issaquah

Abigail Lee, Copy Editor
October 30, 2019
HALLOWEEN AS A TEEN See how teenagers are spending their Halloween this year and discover how teenagers really feel about trick or treating.

[Photo] Halloween as a Teen

Paisha Watkins, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
UNDEFEATED AND DETERMINED Freshman Ella Wimmer flys through the air smacking the ball over the net scoring another point for Issaquah Girls’ Junior Varsity Volleyball Team.

[Photo] Issaquah Girls’ JV Volleyball Takes the Win Against Skyline

Harper Frye, Staff Writer
October 15, 2019
ISSAQUAH BEATS SKYLINE Last Thursday, Issaquah Girl’s Swim and Dive beat Skyline 129-57. There was a moment of silence held for the two dead at Skyline before it began, and then Issaquah took the spotlight, racing fast and strong.

[Photo] Issaquah Girl’s Swim Beats Skyline

Eric Bachman, Staff Writer
October 10, 2019
HOPING FOR A MATCH Issaquah JV boy’s tennis lines up for introductions against Inglemoor.

[Photo] Boys’ Junior Varsity Tennis Match Rained Out Against Inglemoor

Benny Po, Staff Writer
October 7, 2019
ON THE JOB Connor McKee Sargent provides assistance to a customer at his job.

[Photo] Lazy Teens: The Phenomenon of Time, Fun, and Work

Karma Nashed, Staff Writer
October 7, 2019
IS THE LIGHT ON IN THE ATTIC? The most common issues students face in this time of their lives revolve around relationships, academic pressure, and conflict. Do enough kids know how to recognize if someone had a problem?

[Photo] Mentally Stable, Healthy, and Possibly Diagnosable

October 2, 2019
DEBATE OF THE CENTURY THAT COULD AFFECT CURRENT AND FUTURE ATHLETES The argument needs to be settled. Should the NCAA listen to the fans or the coaches?

[Photo] College Athletes Deserving Pay Still Controversial Issue

Stephen Moore, Staff Writer
October 2, 2019
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[Photo] Adya Mohapatra

September 27, 2019
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[Photo] Abigail Lee

September 27, 2019
EFFECT OF A POLARIZING TRUMP PRESIDENCY The 2020 Presidential Election is predicted to have one of the largest voter turnouts in over a century. While many signs are indicating how big the voter base will be, it is difficult to predict who will benefit from such a large amount of voters.

[Photo] 2020 Presidential Election Voter Turnout

Benny Po, Staff Writer
September 27, 2019
AN AIRPORT IN FRENZY! Police followed the call of emergency to Newark Airport only to find a false alarm, called for alternative reasons.

[Photo] Chaos at Newark Airport: Evaluating Complicated Situations for Nuanced Takes

Abigail Lee, Copy Editor
September 27, 2019
GOODBYE PLASTIC STRAWS! Millions of straws are used a day in the U.S. and people are beginning to realize their plastic footprint and the effects of pollution on the environment. As more people are looking to decrease their use of plastic, plastic straws bans are forming in cities and companies, further deteriorating the use of them and leading to their end.

[Photo] Plastic Straw Use Likely Nearing Its End?

Paisha Watkins, Staff Writer
September 27, 2019
STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Meat such as these slabs of bacon were produced through the raising and butchering of livestock, but a new alternative is hoping to hit markets soon. Cultured meat, or meat produced outside of an animal from living cells, may be more environmentally friendly than traditional meat production. Cultured meat still has a long way to go before it can hope to replace traditional meat, but companies such as those in AMPS are optimistic that it could one day become a reality.

[Photo] New Cultured Meat Alliance Hopes to Push Product to Market

Cara Caulton, Staff Writer
September 27, 2019
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