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The first week of October marked the arrival of Aftershock 2025 in Sacramento, a rock-focused music festival and a hallmark event in the area. Spanning from October 3 to 5, this year showcased major acts such as Korn and Bring Me The Horizon, alongsi...
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Recent allegations from a whistleblower concerning the gradual undermining of fair housing and civil rights oversight at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) have prompted key minority officials from both legislative chambers to advo...
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A significant settlement of $17 million has been secured for Nakia Porter, a former mother from Sacramento County who suffered grave mistreatment by Solano County sheriff's deputies in 2020. Following a relentless five-year struggle for justice, this...
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The World Trade Organization significantly upgraded its merchandise trade growth forecast for this year following a surprisingly strong initial half, buoyed by increased AI-related acquisitions, preemptive U.S. imports stemming from tariff apprehensi...
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In 2019, Rev. Dr. Kelly U. Farrow inaugurated the Kelly U. Farrow Institute for Black Preaching and Education, with the intention of nurturing a dynamic movement that enhances and modernizes the legacy of Black preaching, which she refers to as “the...
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The Walter Washington Convention Center buzzed with energy as thousands gathered in the nation's capital for the 54th Annual Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference (ALC). This glamorous event seamlessly intertwined celebration with...
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Parental apprehension surged following a proposal to transform Dunbar into an early childhood center, necessitating that current students relocate. Atlanta Public Schools (APS) declared it would host community meetings intended to solicit feedback fr...
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The Student Freedom Initiative (SFI) partnered with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens to host a fireside chat on Thursday that focused on investing in Atlanta's youth. Held at the Gathering Spot’s flagship venue, the dialogue addressed strategies for bridg...
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The City of Sacramento is seeking “community ambassadors” to foster and sustain relationships with partners and residents from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as historically marginalized communities. Spearheaded by the Nei...
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This week's spotlight on high school games transitions from the heart of Atlanta to its northern suburbs, showcasing Georgia's abundant football talent. Below are the five must-see matchups for the week of October 10. Gainesville High School (6-1) h...
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Real estate expert Jimmy Jones teamed up with Chase Bank to host the “Chase Your Dream First-Time Homebuyer Seminar” at the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) on Wednesday, October 8. In his opening remarks, Jones emphasized, “Investo...
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California has emerged as the pioneering state to prohibit ultraprocessed foods in school meals, aiming for a significant dietary shift by 2035. Governor Gavin Newsom enacted this landmark measure at Belvedere Middle School in Boyle Heights, mandatin...
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Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris made a notable return to Atlanta on Wednesday evening, promoting her latest book, “107 Days.” This publication offers a diary-like recounting of her historic presidential campaign, which concluded with a loss...
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Fred A. Toomer Elementary School proudly joins the Atlanta Public Schools in the innovative Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation 2025 mobile eye care initiative. This program addresses the increasing demand for pediatric vision services across populou...
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The Academy for Innovation in Medicine (AIM) is poised to transform healthcare education in Georgia with the launch of the state’s inaugural healthcare-centric charter public middle and high school in 2026. This institution is designed to immerse stu...