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BREAKING: Brandon Tsay and his father, Tom, spoke with reporters outside their home in San Marino. He said he wants all the focus to be on the victims of the Monterey Park shooting.
Today my story and photo were top fold dominant for
@USATODAY
, the first time it has ever happened. I’ve always loved print newspapers since I was kid, so seeing my work displayed right there at the front is really crazy.
NCAA Football 14 came out eight years ago, but the game is now looking better than ever, thanks to
@CFBRevamped
.
I spoke with them and people like
@NotTheExpertYT
about what the series, and eventual new game, means for this community.
Some ✨personal news✨
I’m excited to announce that I have been hired
@USATODAY
as a NOW reporter, covering trending topics everywhere! I’m so grateful to begin my first full time job, and I can’t wait to continue this dream I’ve had since I was a kid.
@NotTheExpertYT
May not be popular, but the best option in my opinion is to put all the players that would’ve been on the cover if the game never stopped
I suppose it’s time to use the ✨personal news✨ update!
Thursday was my last day as trending reporter for
@USATODAY
, but I won’t be moving far at all! I’ll be moving over to
@usatodaysports
as a trending and breaking news reporter, starting tomorrow!
Today marks my 2 year anniversary at
@USATODAY
. It’s been a sad, tough week but I have been blessed and lucky to work on so many things throughout my time here with some of the best people in the industry. Thanks y’all.
@MariahCarey
@cady_stanton
@DustinLBarnes
Mariah, you have no idea how much this means to me and to all of the people that knew and loved Dustin. He was your biggest fan, and I know he has the biggest smile on his face.
Thank you so much❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Cal State Fullerton had one of its best seasons in school history, and they fought HARD against Duke. Never quit.
What a year for
@FullertonMBB
. A proud alumni right now.
today is a very sad day. we lost my editor, my coworker, Mariah Carey's No. 1 fan, but most importantly, family and one of the best human beings around in
@DustinLBarnes
.
words can't describe how much this hurts, and how much we are going to miss him.
.
@kyleallmanjr
is leaving a lasting legacy for
@FullertonMBB
. I had the chance to talk to him, his parents and
@CSFCoachTaylor
on what his time at CSUF meant, and what's next for the rising star.
Earlier today in
#DiamondBar
, a sheriff officer fired shots of what seemed to be pepper spray at the ground at protesters. Protesters backed away and questioned why the gun was fired, but they never turned violent.
Francis Lacis of
@ORUMBB
and Anna Dreimane of
@AggieWBB
aren’t just basketball players vying for a national title. They’re also one hell of a couple.
Read about this real life love and basketball story, by me:
One year ago today I had my first day as an intern with
@usatodaysports
. I had no idea I’d end up being a full time reporter with
@USATODAY
two months later and still today.
It’s been such a cool, rewarding, amazing and wild year. Lett’s keep it rolling🎉
Dorian Thompson-Robinson said he sees all the headlines doubting UCLA after they beat Washington. I'm sure misspelling his name might give him even more motivation.
@JeffPassan
Jeff you can’t be making fun of people like that as there's a drive into deep left field by Castellanos and that'll be a home run. And so that'll make it a 4-0 ballgame.
"‘No Way To Prevent This,’ Says Only Nation Where This Regularly Happens."
The Onion gives a chilling reminder of how these mass shootings continue to happen.
Coaches all across the country have honored the late-John Thompson. But
@CSFCoachTaylor
found his own way to not only honor him, but past and present Black coaches. Read how the
@FullertonMBB
head coach has continued the legacy.
Selena is my favorite singer ever and it truly sucks I wasn’t around to experience her greatness.
@maferjm06
remembers our Tejano queen, 27 years after she was taken from us.
If you are a Uber, Lyft, Doordash, Grubhub or any kind of app based driver, I would love to speak to you for a story for
@USATODAY
on gas prices! Please reach out!
Images from today’s peaceful protest in
#Fullerton
.
The protest began in front of city hall and included speakers, and then protesters marched to the front of Plummer Auditorium at Fullerton Union High School.
@Brett_McMurphy
Hi Brett, I’m Jordan Mendoza, the editor in chief of CSUF’s student paper
@thedailytitan
. I just want to let you know that they said they plan on starting the semester virtually, and it’s not official at all.
"My prayer is that everyone, whether they were critical of us, or they love us, or they are indifferent, are here for the hot dogs and the game. My prayer is that everyone leaves Dodger Stadium with a heart full of happiness."
Cal State Fullerton vs. Duke will tip off Friday at 4:10 p.m. PT, with Jim Nantz, Bill Raftery and Grant Hill on the call.
Ready for some MAJOR onions from the Titans.
“It just shows how much she cares about us."
@CarliBerger21
gave birth to her first son, Luke, last week. But she still was doing all she could to help Creighton make school history and make the Sweet 16.
My latest on the super mom in Omaha.
I first got into politics because of my Uncle Daniel, who passed away in 2015. Yesterday, my grandma gave me some of his bracelets that she found, and as I’m covering my first election as a reporter, I had to make sure that my best friend could proudly be with me today.
Katie was the newsroom big sister I didn’t realize I needed. Her wisdom, humor and love was infectious, and I’m going to miss goofing off with her.
If you are ever lucky enough to work with her, be her friend ASAP. It’s so worth it.
Today was my last day at
@USATODAY
. There will be ✨personal news next week. But right now, I am basking in the love and kindness of my colleagues. This newsroom is on a roll and I'm so lucky to have been a part of it. Stay up there in the carousel, friends. Thank you.
This is my story, and I felt the need to share it because I know there are people just like me that don’t know what to do. If you are just like me, know that you are not alone and we are here to listen to your story.
My experiences may be haunting me, but I won't let it define me or dictate how I live my life. (2/2)
✏️Story by
@jord_mendoza
🎨Illustration by
@RM_in_the_PM
The people I worked with DT are some of the best and most likely will always be the best I’ve ever worked with, and I will always vouch for them to get hired.
There’s true gems in that newsroom. Hire them.
At the scene in Torrance where authorities have closed in on a white van believed to be related to the mass shooting in Monterey Park. Several people looking nearby at the Del Amo Shopping Center.
What happened on the front page on Oct. 22 was wrong, and it's a mistake that must be fixed.
It's time for the Daily Titan to stand up, as we support the Black Student Union, and condemn Phi Sigma Kappa.
The ball is in your court
@TitanPrezVirjee
.
I’m going to miss my baby that was the newspaper. It was a tough decision, but don’t worry because we still will be publishing online. Student journalism is so important during times like these, and I will continue to put my heart and soul in as editor in chief💙
Due to limitations and mandates from the university, the Daily Titan has decided that today’s issue will be the last issue we print until campus is reopened.
According to Scott Scambray, the Fullerton Joint Union High School District superintendent, Plummer Auditorium will be renamed next week.
✏️ Story + photo by
@jord_mendoza