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Lyft nightmare instills fear in students looking for rides

Lyft nightmare instills fear in students looking for rides
A Lyft driver was arrested on sexual assault charges in LA on Oct. 2.
Melissa Fuentes, Freelance Writer October 29, 2018

The Los Angeles Police Department arrested a Lyft driver on suspicion of rape on Oct. 2. 37-year-old Octavio Gomez was arrested after allegedly raping a woman he drove home from a Van Nuys pub. Police said the women ordered Gomez’s Lyft after leaving a bar around 10 p.m. on Oct. 2, and when he dropped...

Punk ‘n’ Pie 2018: let’s taco bout it

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“Daniel, Connor and the Taco Boys” took first place for their second year in a row at the 2018 annual Punk ‘n’ Pie event.
Isabelle Thompson and Micah Kim October 26, 2018

Students and parents gathered for a special treat on Metzger Lawn as the 2018 Punk ‘n’ Pie talent show kicked off family weekend on Friday. “Daniel, Connor and the Taco Boys” claimed Punk ‘n’ Pie victory for the second straight year with taco-related themes in their band music. The...

3-year-old wandering street near campus returned to mother

Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies from the La Mirada substation return a 3-year-old girl to her mother on Oct. 26, 2018.
A “good Samaritan” saw the toddler alone and called 911, the LASD says.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 26, 2018

Just after 10 a.m. Friday morning, a 3-year-old girl was found wandering alone alongside La Mirada Boulevard near the Tacuba Drive intersection one block from Biola’s campus, according to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. A woman who the LASD calls a “good Samaritan” saw the toddler and...

Fall Career Expo expands to accommodate 64 booths

Fall Career Expo expands to accommodate 64 booths
Students learn about internships and possible job opportunities at the semi-annual event.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager October 25, 2018

The event tent by Flour Fountain buzzed with activity as students wound their way through the maze of business representatives who showed up for the Career Expo on Wednesday. Returning for its third consecutive year, Biola’s Fall Career Expo gave students the opportunity to learn more about internships...

SGA Rundown: Mailbox, FirstGen initiatives spark debate

The new SGA logo
Two extended discussions on proposals highlighted senate’s post-SGA Chapel meeting.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 25, 2018

For the first time during the current school year, the Student Government Association senate could not reach a consensus on a proposal, instead moving to table an initiative from president Sierra McCoy and vice president of community relations Katy Hendricks for next week’s meeting. The senate also...

SGA hosts “One-Sided: A wake up call to our own insecurities”

Courtesy of the Student Government Association
At AfterDark, SGA speaks on the importance of mental health and social image.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) October 25, 2018

The Student Government Association took to the chapel stage during AfterDark as a part of the SGA chapel. They choose to highlight and speak on an aspect of mental health regarding the way people portray themselves to the world. SGA CHAPEL FACILITATES DISCUSSION Hope senator and sophomore public relations...

Crime Log — Oct. 16 – Oct. 23

A picture of a Campus Safety car.
This week’s crime log features petty theft, trespassing and vandalism.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 23, 2018

Trespassing — Lot R Reported Oct. 17, 11:50 a.m. A student reported an individual yelling in the area. Officers made contact with the individual and asked the person to leave, which they did without further incident. Disturbing the Peace — Lot K Reported Oct. 19, 12:18 a.m. A student reported...

RAs, the superheroes of dorm life

Sophomore Intercultural Studies Major and Thompson Hall RA Erica Manhe is ready to welcome her residents to her room at any time.
By providing numerous services to the Biola community, RAs create a lasting impact on their residents.
Angela Hom, Freelance Writer October 23, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Oct. 18, 2018. Resident Advisors walk past students in the hall, the Caf and from class to class. They are students like the rest of us, but their commitment to resident life sets them apart from the student body. The care they place into every task...

New ‘Jesus Saves’ banner replaces one ripped by windstorm

Photo depicts a birds eye view drone image of the Jesus Saves Parking Structure
A new banner and five-year agreement is put in place for canvas on the parking structure.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) October 22, 2018

Parking structure S on lower campus is known for hosting the large ‘Jesus Saves’ canvas banner. However, when fierce winds hit last spring, the canvas was torn and partially taken down and only a fragment remained for the duration of the semester. The 38-foot-4-inch by 59-foot-2-inch banner was...

Chimes Weekly News Update on KBR The Torch (Oct. 19, 2018)

October 22, 2018

Every week, the Chimes partners with Biola's student-run radio, KBR The Torch, to give an update on weekly news. This week's podcast features host and Chimes Arts & Entertainment Editor Pierce Singgih and Chimes Editor-in-chief Christian Leonard, and includes updates about mental health, the Crime...

Intramural center construction scheduled to begin next semester

Intramural center construction scheduled to begin next semester
The long awaited intramural center begins next semester despite delays with La Mirada.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) October 22, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Oct. 18, 2018. Anticipation for the new intramural center has been rising as students await the new space to play, compete and use for future events. The 120-by-120-foot structure will be larger than the floor in Chase Gymnasium, big enough for two basketball...

Students register as midterm election approaches

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Here is some helpful information as students prepare to vote in the 2018 midterm election.
Preet Christian, Freelance Writer October 19, 2018

On Nov. 6, the midterm elections in the United States will take place. With millennials making up over a quarter of the eligible voting population in 2016, students will have the opportunity to greatly influence the outcome.   VOTER REGISTRATION IS IMPORTANT Every citizen in the United States is...