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Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

Prop 47's weak punishment of crime reduces the effectiveness of the rehabilitation policies it makes available and exacerbates the plight of homelessness.

Proposition 47 negatively impacts homeless population

by Charlie Wang, Multimedia Editor October 31, 2024

California is facing the nation’s largest battle against homelessness. Despite throwing billions of dollars at the issue, the state government has not addressed core issues that hinder aid to the homeless....

Synthetic opioids, notably fentanyl, pose nearly double the risk of death compared to prescription opioids such as morphine, codeine and thebaine. The low cost and high potency of fentanyl make it an appealing substance for mixing with heroin and other illegal drugs easily.

Scientists anticipate a fourth wave of opioid crisis

by Disha Gupta, Asst. Opinions Editor February 9, 2024

Imagine pulling out a dull pencil, trekking over to the sharpener and watching the machine distill the lead into a sharp tip. Now, picture delicate crystal specks one-fourth the size of this minuscule...

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