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Federal Election Monitors Deployed To California Amid Prop 50 Balloting

The Trump administration's Department of Justice has announced the deployment of election monitors to five counties in California on Election Day, highlighting its commitment to promote transparency, ballot security, and adherence to federal regulations. This announcement arrives as voters engage wi...

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New Exhibit Uses Art To Break Stigma Around Mental Health In Sacramento

Stop Stigma Sacramento, a collaborative initiative of the Sacramento County Department of Health Services and the Division of Behavioral Health Services, hosted "Journey of Hope," an art exhibit showcasing the true experiences of individuals grappling with mental health issues. This event was visual...

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Black Retirees Could Lose Ground As Social Security Policies Shift

The nation’s vital safety net is undergoing yet another transformation, raising concerns that it will disproportionately impact those who rely on it most. Millions are preparing for significant changes to Social Security scheduled for this fall and extending into 2026. While Washington refers to t...

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Chicago Prepares As The Obama Presidential Center Nears Completion

The Obama Foundation is offering a virtual glimpse of the Barack Obama Presidential Center, a vibrant 19-acre campus set to debut on Chicago’s South Side in spring 2026.Nestled in Jackson Park, the center will boast diverse facilities and expansive green areas, including a vegetable and fruit garde...

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America’s Promise Of Equal Voting Rights Faces Its Latest Test

Since I was just five, accompanying my mother to the polls, my desire to vote has been unwavering. I vividly recall her casting her ballot with pride, acknowledging that this right was fiercely fought for by generations preceding us. Thus, I eagerly registered for my voter card at 18, participating...

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George Clooney Accused Of Downplaying Privilege In His Family Discussion

George Clooney is discovering that his interpretation of "simplifying life" doesn't resonate with everyone. The 64-year-old actor shared insights about his choice with wife Amal to swap private jets and red carpets for a serene rural lifestyle in France, raising their 8-year-old twins, Alexander and...