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On Tuesday, Ethiopia celebrated the inauguration of Africa's largest hydroelectric dam, a significant project aimed at boosting the economy while alleviating chronic blackouts and facilitating the growth of electric vehicles, following the country's...
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Pachia Lucy Vang, a UC Davis graduate skilled in traditional Hmong textile arts, took advantage of her pandemic isolation to refine her expertise as a textile artist. “My anthropology studies inspired my passion for traditional textiles, revealing t...
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Black joy serves as a radical form of resistance, acting as a healing force and a source of community strength for the challenges ahead. In a world that often aims to burden us, when news stories highlight rights under threat and communities in crisi...
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Introducing our meticulously assembled assortment of the week's most enthralling news narratives, now conveniently offered in an audio format. Engage with the headlines that genuinely strike a chord, encompassing everything from riveting local storie...
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Upon her return to Sacramento from New York, photographer AmaYah Harrison-Bryant didn’t just bring back a portfolio; she returned with a vision. During her time in New York, she had access to inspiring studios, but she recognized Sacramento lacked s...
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The Greater Sacramento Urban Music Awards (GSUMA) are poised to make history on Wednesday, September 17, at the acclaimed Sofia Theater, situated at 2700 Capitol Ave in Midtown Sacramento. This significant occasion will celebrate the vibrant local m...
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The Trump administration filed an appeal on Wednesday against a ruling that prohibits President Donald Trump from dismissing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, as he seeks to enhance his influence over the normally autonomous board.The appeal notic...
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Following a summer featuring masked federal agents apprehending immigrants in Los Angeles, the California Legislature approved two significant measures on Thursday aimed at requiring law enforcement officers to disclose their identities. Senate Bills...
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The NCAA has imposed a ban on three men's college basketball players for their involvement in sports betting, specifically for wagering on their own games at Fresno State and San Jose State, reaping substantial payouts.The findings from the NCAA Com...
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Constance Carter, the visionary behind California’s largest independent Black-owned real estate agency and an acclaimed author, emphasized essential strategies for safeguarding Black wealth: life insurance, wills, and living trusts. During her segm...
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Asthma affects 1 in 12 individuals in the U.S., with September marking a particularly challenging period. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has issued its annual list of the top 20 cities adversely impacted by the condition. Leading the r...
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From hotel surprises to vibrant tailgating, Baltimore fans etched their presence during the NFL's breathtaking 41–40 thriller. My inaugural away journey as a Ravens fan remains unforgettable—filled with both elation and sorrow. The game on September...
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As of April 1, Sacramento County is home to 1,136 children within its foster care system, as highlighted by the California Child Welfare Indicators Project’s latest point-in-time assessment. These vulnerable youth are beginning to feel the impact of...
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Grocery Outlet, celebrated for its affordable fresh produce, made headlines last week with the grand opening of its inaugural Black-owned franchise in Sacramento. Located at 1309 Fulton Avenue, a former RiteAid, this new store welcomed eager customer...
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As of May 31, the latest figures from the California High-Speed Rail Authority indicate that 47 African American-owned enterprises are engaged in the project as Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). Overall, 936 Certified Small businesses are c...