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The #1 student news site of Yorba Linda High School

The Wrangler

At just 4 years old, Jacob Rodriguez prepares for another allergy check-up to monitor his reactions and keep him safe.

Science Behind Allergies: How It Affects Different People

Peyton Rodriguez, Photojournalist November 5, 2025

Allergies are a puzzling and deeply personal experience. One might sneeze uncontrollably at the sight of pollen, another might break out in hives from milk, and yet another might carry an EpiPen due to...

Invisible Superheroes: YLHS Students Brave Life with Chronic Illness

Simran Vaswani and Grecia Chavez November 4, 2025

With homework, tests, AP classes, and sports, high school students are constantly juggling various activities. Yet in addition to these extracurriculars, some Yorba Linda High School students continue...

Grace Peng performing her speech behind the podium about her family’s story and why insulin affordability is so important with Secretary Kim Johnson, and Gov. Gavin Newsom (from left to right)

‘Insulin Is Not Optional’: Youth Advocate Joins State Effort to Make Lifesaving Medicine Affordable

Cynthia Lan, Photojournalist October 29, 2025

When Grace Peng (12) stepped up to the podium at the press conference in Los Angeles, bright lights and television cameras filled the room. Behind the scenes, state officials, reporters, and health-care...

These gorgeous ladies dress up and light diyas to celebrate the festival of lights!

Celebrating Diwali: The Festival of Lights, Unity, and Joy

Siya Batra, Photojournalist October 24, 2025

Every fall, Indian families across the world fill their homes with color, light, and celebration. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, marks one of the most significant holidays in Indian culture....

Dance Co. performs for the homecoming rally, embodying the theme of Rio de Janeiro as they danced to the soundtrack of “Rio” the movie.

YLHS’ Rio de Janeiro Homecoming Rally and Football Game of 25’

Noelle Wu, Editor-in-chief October 21, 2025

The gym was radiating with excitement and buzz as students eagerly anticipated the homecoming weekend festivities. With not a single bleacher empty, mustangs from all over the school were fired up to watch...

A group photo of the team, Built Hailey Tough

Team Built Hailey Tough Joins 2025 UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge

Cynthia Lan, Photojournalist October 17, 2025

On October 11, 2025, more than 4300 participants gathered at UC Irvine’s Aldrich Park for the annual UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge, a community event supporting cancer research at the UCI Chao Family Comprehensive...

Ms. Stephenson at home, smiling through her treatment and holding up a gift from a student.

Embracing Life: YLHS Teacher Gabrielle Stephenson Braves Cancer

Milla Jans and Megan Wang October 15, 2025

Ms. Stephenson's GoFundMe: Join us in supporting Ms. Stephenson through her battle against cancer. Two days before her birthday, Yorba Linda High School teacher Gabrielle Stephenson received a stage...

The photos show the different varieties of apples and how each fits somebody's needs.

How to Spot the Best of the Bunch

Kaitlyn Wang, Photojournalist October 13, 2025

After a long day of shopping, to your delight, you are met with a stand filled with mouthwatering, sweet peaches. Biting into it, you are immediately met with sweet juices, satisfying your unwavering...

The cheerleaders are ready to show the Mustang spirit, while KCAL reporter Chris Hayre is addressing the scene to the audience on a live news broadcast.

A Prominent News Outlet Makes its Way to YLHS: Behind-the-Scenes with KCAL9 News

Cynthia Lan and Liana Bhindi September 25, 2025

Silence fell across the Yorba Linda High School gym at 7:25 a.m., broken only by the voice of journalist Chris Hayre reporting the scene to the camera. Behind him, the cheerleaders shake their pompoms...

Mr. Shen is excited to start a new year at Yorba Linda High School.

Mr. Shen Brings the YL Spirit On Board

Cynthia Lan, Photojournalist September 18, 2025

This school year, Yorba Linda High School welcomes Mr. Shen (S) as our new Activities Director. He aims to lead ASB in creating a welcoming and spirited environment for every student on campus. “As...

Skylar Snyder holds up her first published children's book that helps kids understand ADHD with empathy.

Skylar Snyder Turns Her Personal Inspiration Into a Children’s Book About ADHD

Cynthia Lan, Photojournalist September 16, 2025

While most high school students are going through AP classes, extracurriculars, and college applications, senior Skylar Snyder (12) has done something remarkable during this time. Becoming an official...

Justice Amy Coney Barrett (left) and Hugh Hewitt (right) stand for the presentation of colors and the national anthem before their discussion.

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s Visit to the Nixon Library

Eric Gao, Editor September 12, 2025

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett visited the Richard Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda, CA, on September 10, 2025, to discuss her autobiography, “Listening to the Law.” As part of Civics...

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