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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Crime Log Oct. 13–Oct. 17

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This week’s Crime Log includes fire, tampering with fire alarms, petty theft and defrauding an innkeeper.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor October 19, 2021

Mechanical Fire — Lot F Reported Oct. 14 at 12:55 p.m., occurred prior. A brushfire started in the bushes next to Fluor Fountain. Campus Safety responded to the fire and used seven fire extinguishers to put out the flames. The report is closed. More information is available on the Chimes newspaper...

Social distancing shifts campus life

Social distancing shifts campus life
Students share what life is like on campus during COVID-19.
Courtney Jackson and Andi Basista April 20, 2020

Since the suspension of on-campus classes, students have experienced a rollercoaster of emotions as living situations changed over night. What first was an optional stay or leave policy quickly transformed into a mandatory moveout for all students able to do so. When students were told to leave campus...

Crime Log — March 18 – March 24

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This week’s crime log features multiple cases of petty theft and one burglary.
Sophia Silvester, Staff Writer March 24, 2020

Petty Theft — Cafe Reported March 18, 3:01 p.m., occurred between March 17, 4 p.m., and March 18, 5:20 a.m. A Biola employee reported university property taken from the cafeteria. The case is active. Burglary — Tennis Courts Reported March 19, 7:40 a.m., occurred between March 12, 9 a.m., and...

Crime Log ― Oct. 9 — Oct. 15

Crime Log ― Oct. 9 — Oct. 15
This week’s Crime Log includes one case of furnishing alcohol to a minor, two thefts and other petty crimes.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor October 15, 2019

Lot S — Furnishing alcoholic beverages to a minor Reported on Oct. 9, 12:23 p.m., started an investigation on Oct. 10, 5:13 p.m.  Three students were found drinking on campus near the parking structure Lot S. It was later revealed that one of the students had supplied alcohol to the others who...

Crime Log ― April 9 – April 16

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This week’s crime log features a series of petty thefts and noise complaints, followed by two drinking trespassers and a hit and run on a student’s vehicle.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor April 17, 2019

Petty Theft — Production Center Reported April 9, 2:56 p.m., occurred between April 5, 12 a.m. and April 8, 12 a.m. A student reported their locked bike stolen from the bike racks outside of the Production Center. The lock was removed by detaching one of the wheels from the bike. The investigation...

Crime Log—April 10 – Sept. 4

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Vandalism, trespassing, petty theft, possession of marijuana and property damage are up this week's Crime Log.
Isabelle Thompson and Christian Leonard September 4, 2018

MAY   Possession of Marijuana/Trespassing — Off-Campus Reported May 1, 7:07 p.m. A Campus Safety officer observed smoke coming from outside the Hart Hall gates. The officer made contact with a non-student who was smoking, and a student who was not, and asked them to leave. They left...

Crime Log ― March 20 – March 27

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Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 29, 2018

DISTURBING THE PEACE ― LOT A Reported March 21, 1:10 a.m. A neighbor reported loud noise caused by a Mock Rock team practicing. Officers made contact with the team and asked them to stop their practice. The team compiled without further incident. DISTURBING THE PEACE ― LOT K Reported March...

Veronese Cafe stands above other bland cafes

Veronese Cafe stands above other bland cafes
Look no further than Veronese for a charming nature-filled experience.
Vic Silva, Staff Writer March 22, 2018

There comes a point in every college student’s academic career where they long for a change of scenery, whether through different housing situations or a new hot spot for studying. This generation evolves quickly, and with that apparent characteristic residing within millennials comes a need for the...

Creamery N7 creates fantastic frozen treats

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A liquid nitrogen ice cream shop brings sweets and smiles to La Mirada.
Bethany Higa, Writer April 6, 2016
A liquid nitrogen ice cream shop brings sweets and smiles to La Mirada.

Blackstone Cafe exceeds expectations

Johnathan Burkhardt/THE CHIMES
New eatery on campus attracts breakfast-lovers and foodies alike.
Elise Kelly, Writer September 15, 2015
New eatery on campus attracts breakfast-lovers and foodies alike.