The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
News
Children are injured and killed every day due to gun violence, including right here in Minnesota, where unintentional shootings are increasing in frequency.
Gun violence continues to rise in MN
Story by Colton LaBeau • November 26, 2024
Former president Trump on the right and current Vice President Harris will be on the ballot for American voters to decide between on November 5.
Trump and Harris clash in presidential debate
Story by Cas Wise, Editor-in-Chief • October 8, 2024
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Feature
Students in Mock Trial learn from law student Ms. Emily Miranda about the case they will be presenting in front of a judge for the first time.
New after school activity inspires careers in law
Story by Christian Peña • November 25, 2024
School board candidates responded to questions in a public forum held in the CHPS Community Room on September 12 by Local 710, the CHPS teachers' union. From left to right: Adam Davis, Corenia Smith, Cheri Ekstrand and Michelle Pettway.
Election Day nears for three spots on local school board
Story by Skylen Raleigh • October 30, 2024
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Sports
Franklin Chaguan Guaman (12) corre con el balón por el campo tras un pase, escapando de la defensa de Fridley.
Heights soccer booms for both boys’ and girls’ teams
Story by Ignacio Alvarez • October 16, 2024
Unlike past seasons, Aaron Rodgers of the New York Jets is no longer the face of the NFL. Khoi Le breaks down the real highlights of the first week of games for The Heights Herald.
The 2024-25 NFL season kicks off with a bang
Story by Khoi Le • September 26, 2024
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Arts & Entertainment
"Untitled"
Hearts in the Arts Fall 2024
December 7, 2024
From horror to drama, the trans experience is finally starting to gain some respect and visibility in the film industry.
Representation in cinema for Transgender Awareness Week
Story by Skylen Raleigh • November 15, 2024
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El Heraldo
Al crecer vienen muchos recuerdos entrañables de diversos artilugios de la infancia, pero Christian Peña Vélez sostiene que los peligros que causan a la juventud a menudo pasan desapercibidos.
Los juguetes de la infancia y la tecnología traen nostalgia y polémica
Story by Christian Peña • November 4, 2024
Franklin Chaguan Guaman (12) corre con el balón por el campo tras un pase, escapando de la defensa de Fridley.
El futbol en Heights va en ascenso para los equipos masculino y femenino
Story by Ignacio Alvarez • October 18, 2024
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Taste
Tii Cup's brown sugar milk tea hits the spot.
Boba cafe has a drink and a treat for every taste
Story by Jenny Sandvik • November 18, 2024
There are plenty of places around to get your spicy chicken fix, but for the Heights Herald's new Taste Editor Ritaj Younus, Wingstop is the best bet in town.
Think you can handle the heat? Test yourself with Wingstop’s Original Hot flavor!
Story by Ritaj Younus • September 30, 2024
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Fashion
The Heights Herald's own Hiedi Lee (12) sports a coquette-inspired outfit in the CHHS halls.
The aesthetic trends of 2024 look backward and forward
Story by Ritaj Younus • November 21, 2024
Rising pop star Chappell Roan has amazed fans worldwide, from the Saturday Night Live studio to the Austin City Limits Festival, with her extraordinary performance outfits.
Chappell Roan hits the global stage with stunning outfits!
Story by Mya Vutthikrai • October 25, 2024
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Opinion
Major publications influence the future of student journalism, with opportunity to better highlight and appreciate student journalists as distinct voices.
Scholastic journalists deserve consideration equal to professionals
Story by Hiedi Lee • November 22, 2024
Al crecer vienen muchos recuerdos entrañables de diversos artilugios de la infancia, pero Christian Peña Vélez sostiene que los peligros que causan a la juventud a menudo pasan desapercibidos.
Childhood toys and technology bring nostalgia, controversy
Story by Christian Peña Velez, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024
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Podcasts
Many Columbia Heights High School (CHHS) students have remained connected dating back all the way to the tight-knit community's three elementary schools — Khoi and Jalue are no exception.
teenVoice Episode 7: Best Friends
Story by Jalue Dorjee and Khoi Le • June 4, 2024
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April Fools'
"I am not meant to be sentient," Rusty said. "This is a cursed existence."
Exclusive interview with special guest: Kulick’s Bike ‘Rusty’
Story by Nawal Mohamed, Staff Writer • April 1, 2024
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