Queena Duong

1 month ago | csulauniversitytimes.com | Samuel Valencia |Queena Duong

Welcome to The Fill From the Hill, a recurring political column where two University Times writers dissect the key political topics and controversies in the news, from domestic politics to international affairs. This week, the writers tackle President Donald Trump’s joint address to Congress on March 4, 2025, and the Democratic response to his address. –     –After 44 days in office, Donald Trump delivered a speech in front of a joint session of Congress.

Oct 7, 2024 | csulauniversitytimes.com | Queena Duong

The city of Monterey Park wants to raise $1.2 million funds to use for general city services such as keeping public and business areas safe and clean, preventing crime such as theft and strengthening the local economy. The catch with most measures like this is that taxes usually rise. But in this case, there’s a twist with Measure BE.

Oct 3, 2024 | calonews.com | Queena Duong

The city of Monterey Park wants to raise $1.2 million funds to use for general city services such as keeping public and business areas safe and clean, preventing crime such as theft and strengthening the local economy. The catch is that with most measures, taxes will usually rise. But in this case, there’s a twist with Measure BE.

Sep 30, 2024 | csulauniversitytimes.com | Queena Duong

As I pass by colorful lanterns that decorate a nearby stage, I can hear the drums getting louder and louder. Then, the sounds fade quietly into the background as the host announces the start of the West Covina Mega Moon Festival. This is the second year that West Covina celebrated the Mid-Autumn Festival, a holiday celebrated in Chinese culture where families and friends come together to celebrate the start of fall.

Sep 25, 2024 | csulauniversitytimes.com | Queena Duong

How does someone reclaim their cultural heritage in a multicultural place? To answer this, Let’s take a look into the life of one Gen Z Latinx, Athena Torres, who lives in West Covina. Athena Torres, a third year anthropology student, comes from a blended family because she has two identities that are white and Mexican. Her mother has German origins, while her father has Mexican roots. This led her to grow up with a blended identity.