Editorial

The whole world will feel the consequences of ongoing events in Iran   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD   On Dec. 28, 2025, the Iranian rial hit a record low against the United States dollar: $1.4 million to $1, compared to $700,000 in January of 2025. Food prices on average in Iran are about 72% higher […]

The California drought has come to an end, but we must stay vigilant about its potential return   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD — science@theaggie.org   For the first time in 25 years, the California drought is over. This news follows a series of continuous winter storms, which have replenished reservoirs that were previously depleted. As […]

The murder of Renee Good and ensuing federal government response is abhorrent    By THE EDITORIAL BOARD — opinion@theaggie.org   Renee Good, a legal observer and mother of three, was shot and killed by an  Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Jan. 7. Minneapolis is one of the cities that has […]

A line has been crossed in the Arctic   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD — opinion@theaggie.org   At the 54th annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 21, President Donald Trump reaffirmed his intentions to acquire Greenland. While his first request to annex Greenland was rejected by North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) leaders, Trump […]

A list of local resources for knowing your rights, engaging in safe reporting and supporting your community    By THE EDITORIAL BOARD — opinion@theaggie.org   On Jan. 24, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot and killed Minneapolis resident Alex Jeffrey Pretti. While President Donald Trump’s administration claimed Pretti was “brandishing a gun” in an […]

In just 12 months, Trump plunged America into social, economic and environmental havoc   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD — opinion@theaggie.org   January 2026 marks the anniversary of President Donald Trump’s second inauguration and the end of the first year of his second term in office. During that time, he has enacted an unprecedented amount of […]

A list of local resources for knowing your rights, engaging in safe reporting and supporting your community    By THE EDITORIAL BOARD — opinion@theaggie.org   On Jan. 24, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot and killed Minneapolis resident Alex Jeffrey Pretti. While President Donald Trump’s administration claimed Pretti was “brandishing a gun” in an […]

The Editorial Board’s guide to searching for internships this winter quarter   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD   The internship-searching frenzy is upon us. Whether you’re feeling pressure from your parents to “lock in and find something” or from your professors hinting that you should start applying to everything early, this time of year is often […]

The capture of Nicolas Maduro will likely yield both national and global consequences By THE EDITORIAL BOARD – opinion@theaggie.org When Americans across the country woke up on Saturday morning to the news that  United States forces under the orders of President Donald Trump had captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in an overnight operation, many were […]

The Editorial Board’s recommendations for crafts, experiences and all things handmade    By THE EDITORIAL BOARD   When the days grow colder and the nights are lit up by sparkling Christmas lights, the feeling of merriment and wonder is almost palpable; it is a time for cozying up with a fuzzy blanket and a cup […]

Recent mass shootings remind us of the continued widespread harm firearms inflict on modern life   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD — opinon@theaggie.org   As many families gathered and enjoyed the Thanksgiving weekend, too many across the nation were forced to face the consequences of gun violence.   In Washington D.C., a shooting against two members of […]

UC Davis administration discusses federal funding cuts, SNAP/EBT benefits, safety initiatives, research innovations and protection of undocumented students On Nov. 17, The California Aggie’s Editorial Board met with Chancellor Gary May, Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Mary Croughan, Associate Chancellor and Chief of Staff Carl Engelbach, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Dana Topousis, Vice Chancellor […]