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California's K-12 students are showing notable academic recovery post-pandemic, as reflected in the latest state test scores released today. The Smarter Balanced assessments indicate substantial gains across virtually all student demographics and gra...
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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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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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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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A medical helicopter accident on a California highway resulted in injuries to three individuals, including a woman who became trapped beneath the aircraft. On Monday evening, the helicopter overturned on State Route 50, littering the busy highway wit...
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In the aftermath of a devastating fire in Altadena, community members, victims, and journalists convened to address the McChrystal Group's recent assessment of emergency responses regarding the Eaton and Palisades fires. This independent After-Action...
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Last week highlighted national voter registration day, prompting a critical moment for the Democratic Party. Between 2020 and 2024, there was a loss of 2.1 million registered Democrats, contrasted by a 2.4 million gain for Republicans across 30 state...
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The current federal government shutdown, which began on Wednesday, continues with no resolution in sight. Recent Senate votes have failed to reconcile the divisions between Congressional Democrats and Republicans, underscoring their persistent confli...
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The recently released publication “Inherited Inequality: Why Opportunity Gaps Persist between Black and White Youth Raised in Two-Parent Families,” penned by Harvard sociologist Dr. Christina J. Cross, critically examines the pervasive belief that tw...
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On Sunday, October 19, the Woman on Fire Gala will honor six exceptional local storytellers. This semiformal gathering, orchestrated by Sisters of Nia, an initiative rooted in African culture, aims to uplift middle school girls. The program is design...