Seniors at Columbus gather once again not only to receive their diplomas but also to enjoy one last meal, not as friends but as brothers. by Oscar Pinto Every year, as tradition, a couple of days after graduation, the senior class returns to Columbus for a barbecue celebrating their first major accomplishment. The BBQ features gifts for the seniors, memories to relive with teachers and delicious food. Seniors arrived at Columbus at 11 a.m., where they first received their yea

by Thomas Schaffer Mom Volunteers posing for a group photo at their Appreciation Night. (Photo Credit: Mrs. Cue) On a breezy Tuesday evening, Columbus moms who volunteer countless hours were treated to charcuterie boards, lively music and a night of appreciation. Hours of work spent setting up events, helping with tournaments and coordinating with vendors were honored in appreciation for their efforts. But the cheerful mood wasn't just a product of upbeat music or pleasant we

by Oscar Pinto Cuban President Raul Castro, center, Cuban Vice President Jose Ramon Machado Ventura, left, and Minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces, Gen. Leopoldo Cintra Frias, right, participate in a military parade in honor of Fidel Castro at Revolution Square in Havana, on Jan. 2, 2017. (Adalberto Roque/AFP/Getty Images/TNS) At 1 p.m. on May 20, 2026, the United States made history, charging Raúl Castro, president and member of the Communist Party of Cuba, for acts o

by Oscar Pinto By the time the final bell rings and students wind down for summer, Columbus turns into much more than just a school. From cameras taking pictures to running on the turf at Columbus, to even learning about artificial intelligence, Columbus has a program for the whole summer. CCNN Summer Media Institute Five-time national broadcast media champions, CCNN Live is hosting its annual Summer Media Institute, featuring top guest speakers such as Marcelo Tabares, known

By Mark Tanner Inter Miami's Argentine forward #10 Lionel Messi looks skywards during a Major League Soccer (MLS) regular season football match between Inter Miami CF and Portland Timbers at Nu Stadium in Miami, Florida, on May 17, 2026. (Chandan Khanna/AFP via Getty Images/TNS) This FIFA World Cup feels less like the beginning of a new era and more like the final chapter of one of the greatest eras in soccer history. The tournament in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico is expected

by Javier Albite Google Creative Commons Licesne UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland was this last Saturday at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. One of the most anticipated events of the year, 328 gained significant publicity after the rising tensions leading up to the fight. Nearly 18,000 people sold out the arena, with many celebrities like New York Giants quarterback and running back Jaxson Dart and Cameron Skattebo, rapper A Boogie wit da Hoodie, and former UFC Li

by Liam Gatcliffe Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson in the movie "Michael." (Kevin Mazur/Lionsgate/TNS) In the past decade, movie directors have started focusing on a type of film that has recently become very popular around the world: the musical biopic. Starting with the film that followed Queen’s rise to fame, Bohemian Rhapsody (2018), successful biopics have appeared in theaters everywhere. Elvis was released in 2022, and excited movie fans were looking forward to seeing

By Marc Corteguera In 2025, Christina Insua, Omar Delgado & Andy Chacón attended the Cognia Non-Public Schools Leadership Conference in Alpharetta, GA. The summit brought together leaders from across the country to explore new strategies and emerging trends in education. (Photo Credit: @columbushs_miami) For most students walking through the halls of Christopher Columbus High School, Christina Insua is known as an administrator. She’s the Dean of Faculty, helping to oversee a

By Mark Tanner The official state championship post for the team's Instagram page. (@cchsmvball) Columbus volleyball made history on May 16 by defeating the No.3 Horizon Hawks in straight sets to win the program's first-ever championship title. After an amazing run, the team finished #1 and brought home a championship that the team will never forget. Path to the Finals The path to the finals began in the state semifinals on May 14th against the No. 4 Seminole Ridge Hawks. Col

AI is transforming education at Columbus, and Ms. Daniella Rodriguez is helping lead the change. by Oscar Pinto Ms. Rodriguez reviewing with her AP Psychology class ahead of their exam. (Photo Credit: Lucas Piles) AI is something really powerful, but also unique in its own way. And when used correctly, it can contribute to learning. While many people use AI for their own purposes, one teacher at Christopher Columbus High School uses it in a way that is changing education insi

By The Log Staff In an online culture fueled by outrage, the growing divide between young men and women may be less about ideology and more about retaliation. Image generated by ChatGPT Spend five minutes scrolling on TikTok and you’ll find yourself questioning whether young men and women truly like each other at all. One side of the internet depicts masculinity in an alpha-male fashion meant to dominate women, while another treats men as a monolith that women can collectivel

by Juan Pablo Pina The sun has set, maybe for the last time. And I do not know if I shall see the dawn, for the Long Night has come. It comes with fingers, claws, and lances of frost—horns, ears, and eyes of snow. The Long Night wipes away stories. Wipes away songs, places, and people. Nothing but fish in a wave. The Long Night is dark and full of terrors. But maybe there's a kindness in it. Maybe the blackness is just its twisted heart. Its endless snow a meal offered out o

This aerial view shows a boat heading towards the port from the cruise ship MV Hondius, stationary off the port of Praia, the capital of Cape Verde, on May 6, 2026. (AFP/Getty Images/TNS) by Diego Rodriguez Deshon & Yamil Risi On May 2, a hantavirus outbreak was reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) aboard the Dutch Cruise ship MV Hondirus, off the Canary Islands. A month earlier, on April 1st, the cruise ship departed from Argentina on a South America Expedition. T

In alphabetical order below... I, Kevin Aguilar, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath: to Mr. Shaheen, I am extremely grateful for the time spent in your class and hope that one day you’ll teach my son everything you taught me. Thank you, sir, all love. I, John Allen, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath:To Mrs. Taylor, future students who actually read their emails, join Environmental Club, and stay long enough after school to wash your test tubes.

By Mark Tanner Drone view of downtown Miami. (Photo Credit: Lucas Piles, CCNN) In a state packed with professional franchises and powerhouse college programs, Florida should be a sports fan’s paradise. But from nearly empty MLB stadiums to inconsistent college football crowds, attendance numbers tell a different story. Florida is home to two Major League Baseball franchises (Miami Marlins and Tampa Bay Rays), as well as major college programs like the Miami Hurricanes footbal

by JP Pina Illustrated by JP Pina “He’ll never make it. Look at him!” quacked the feathered creature. Bird was old, a croaking and crooked raven. He stamped his feet on the ebony fur of the head of his friend: the great black dog. Audio book of the short story “He will. I believe in him,” responded the canine as he watched the young man toil away in the forge. The sun had already set, and a chill hung in the December air like a dead man. Steam and white-hot metal hissed and

by Mr. Javier Hermida Photo Credit goes to Mr. Ulloa! Thank you, brother! Fun fact: the first alumnus from Christopher Columbus High School to return and assume the position of teacher was Dr. Carter E. Burrus. I’m not sure if he knew it at the time, but his 1968 move into room A-21 (soon to be MBL-21) would eventually pave the way for generations of Columbus teachers. In fact, a few years ago, we named the oak tree near the football field’s endzone after him- I like to think

by Jose Carlos Espejo Jaafar Jackson stars as Michael Jackson in the movie “Michael." (Lionsgate/TNS) There are a lot of major movies expected to be released in 2026, but some stand out more than others. With sequels, spin-offs, and true stories coming to theaters, this year could be huge for movie fans. Here are the three movies I’m most excited for, ranked in order. 3. Spider-Man: Brand New Day Spider-Man: Brand New Day is the next installment starring Tom Holland, and fans

Columbus seniors celebrate their last day of school with a campuswide cookout. On May 1, 2026, the seniors started their last day of school with a senior tradition, the senior tailgate. (Photo Credit: Mr. Ulloa) by Oscar Pinto Before the crack of dawn, at 4 a.m., seniors begin loading their cars with speakers, grills, food, games and even inflatable pools, all to make their final day of high school one to remember. "When you’re a senior, there are a lot of things that you get

Howdy, and welcome back. This is gonna be a special one since I’m joined by Isaac Wilson, author and YouTuber that you may know from his paleontology-themed channel: “The Vividen”. Recently, he published a book titled “Extinction: Obsidian Dawn”, which focuses on the Aztecs fighting a Carthaginian invasion alongside telepathically-bonded prehistoric animals. I got to interview him about creative writing, dinosaurs, and more! (*Links to The Vividen on YouTube, Obsidian Dawn,