Cannon Russo

Cannon Russo is the News Editor for The Clackamas Print. They are studying political science at CCC. They enjoy listening to metal and playing in a local band.

  • Clackamas County once again prepares for elections

    By Cannon Russo | November 3, 2026 |

    By Gabriel Elmosleh & Cannon Russo Contributing Writer & News Editor   Across the country, millions of Americans are getting ready to head for the polls and vote in what is shaping up to be an intense midterm election. But while many Americans are worried about possible federal interference and voter security, Clackamas County clerk…

  • Asbestos and mold found in Niemeyer office

    By Cannon Russo | October 21, 2026 |

    By Cannon Russo & Jake Wittenberg News Editor & Staff Writer On Wednesday, Sept. 27, Theater Department Instructor Chris Whitten found specks of white dust draped across his desk in the Niemeyer Center. Bearing potential risks, he reported the incident to campus services who confirmed the dust was asbestos.  Following up with Whitten, he stated…

  • Student protestor involved in altercation on Oregon City campus

    By Cannon Russo | October 20, 2026 |

    By Madyson Muresan & Cannon Russo Co-Editor-in-Chief & News Editor Oregon City Police and College Safety responded to an altercation between a protester and a student on the Oregon City campus in the Wacheno Quad on Wednesday. Student Jaedan Childers said he was approached by another student on Oct. 14 over one of his signs.…

  • School, school, go away, spike my cortisol another day

    By Cannon Russo | June 3, 2026 | Comments Off on School, school, go away, spike my cortisol another day

    Cannon Russo Staff Writer As the school year comes to an end, students reflect on how their year has been, and if they could think about anything other than their next assignment.  Burnout affects almost everybody at some point, whether that be through work, school, sports, etc. Especially for college students as they close out…

  • Cyberattack sparks lawsuits against CCC

    By Cannon Russo | June 1, 2026 | Comments Off on Cyberattack sparks lawsuits against CCC

    Cole Sowders & Cannon Russo News Editor & Staff Writer Current and former students are suing Clackamas Community College after a data breach that occurred in September of 2025 which exposed sensitive personal information belonging to more than 33,000 people. The lawsuits, including a proposed federal class-action case, allege the college failed to adequately protect…

  • College amends budget and proposed staff cuts

    By Cannon Russo | June 1, 2026 | Comments Off on College amends budget and proposed staff cuts

    By Cannon Russo Staff Writer Alina Krolenbrock? “Aye,” she states.  David Chitsazan? “Aye,” he replies without a beat.  Board Chair Byers? “Aye, the motion passes.”  The crowd of red shirt-wearing faculty and staff that had been waiting on the edge of their seats for those last words, erupt into cheer.  “There are 7 members on…

  • CCC students experience rising fuel costs: Here’s what to expect and how to manage it

    By Cannon Russo | May 4, 2026 | Comments Off on CCC students experience rising fuel costs: Here’s what to expect and how to manage it

    Cannon Russo Staff Writer As the crisis in the Middle East develops, students at Clackamas Community College are unexpectedly facing price increases.  Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas County have seen an over $2-per-gallon price spike since January of this year, leaving many CCC students concerned about their finances. Last February, the Strait of Hormuz closed following…