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The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon

The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon

Mike Johnson was elected the new Speaker of the House of Representatives on Wednesday, October 26.
Column: An overview of October News
By Paavo Lahdesmaki, Staff Writer | November 12, 2023

New Speaker of the House After three weeks without a Speaker, the House of Representatives elected Mike Johnson as the new Speaker on Wednesday, October 26. The Speaker’s role is to be the parliamentary...

Grace Chang is the 2023-2024 Speech and Debate president. She
started debate early on, carrying her passion for both the activity and
the community with her through the years.
From competitor to companion: MVLA Speech and Debate President Grace Chang cultivates community
By Sahana Srinivasan and Tyler Elman | November 10, 2023

From a seventh grade novice debater to Mountain View-Los Altos Speech and Debate (MVLASD) club President, senior Grace Chang's journey as a leader has been nothing short of great. Six years ago, Grace...

NBA suspends Warriors player Draymond Green after altercation with Minnesota Timberwolves player
NBA suspends Warriors player Draymond Green after altercation with Minnesota Timberwolves player
By Janavi Ramde, Staff Writer | November 17, 2023

The National Basketball Association (NBA) fined and suspended Golden State Warriors power forward Draymond Green for five games after putting Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert in a headlock during...

Returning the scarf (Matilda’s Version): The Taylor Effect
Returning the scarf (Matilda’s Version): The Taylor Effect
By Matilda Haney Foulds, Staff Writer | November 27, 2023

Another touchdown for the Swifites! Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift have sparked dating rumors, garnering huge media...

Golden State Warriors rookie Trayce Jackson-Davis playing for the Indiana University Hoosiers. Jackson-Davis was drafted 57th overall by the Warriors in 2023.
Hot Shot: Why the Warriors’ roster changes will prove effective this season
By Tyler Elman, Staff Writer | November 16, 2023
A house in Gaza City hit by an Israeli missile in January 2023.
Guest Write: We must let tragedy unite, not divide: Ceasefire now
By Luca Ferrari, Guest Writer | November 14, 2023
Israeli defense system, Iron Dome, launching a missile to intercept an enemy rocket headed toward civilian areas.
Guest Write: Israel's 9/11 and the road to peace
By Tohar Markovich and Roy Ruppin | November 14, 2023
ASB proposed new voting procedures—heres what The Talon thinks.
The pros and cons of ASB's new proposed voting procedures
By The Editorial Board | March 14, 2023

Los Altos High School’s Associated Student Body (ASB) proposed an amendment changing how class council and ASB leadership positions are elected...

Last week, LAHS distributed COVID tests, and they will continue to be available this week.
LAHS distributes COVID tests for winter break
By Matthew Kim, News Editor | December 17, 2022
Next year, LAHS and MVHS will only offer on-site testing down on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
MVLA to decrease on-site COVID-19 testing
By Matthew Kim, News Editor | December 14, 2022
Golden State Warriors rookie Trayce Jackson-Davis playing for the Indiana University Hoosiers. Jackson-Davis was drafted 57th overall by the Warriors in 2023.
Hot Shot: Why the Warriors’ roster changes will prove effective this season
By Tyler Elman, Staff Writer | November 16, 2023

For the past decade, the Golden State Warriors have maintained a streak of consistent victories, with four league championships under their belt....

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