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Republican and Democratic figures have interpreted the potential effects of the House reconciliation bill on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), previously known as food stamps, in contrasting manners. The Congressional Budget Offic...
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On May 24, the UC Davis main quad became a vibrant epicenter of Black heritage as families, students, and artists convened for a celebration of Black excellence, empowerment, and community. Organized by the UC Davis Cross-Cultural Center, the event a...
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Twanna Carter, a distinguished Army veteran and certified career coach based in Maryland, is dedicated to empowering Black women in the professional realm. Her foray into coaching arose from her own encounters with mental challenges and societal expe...
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Gina Dukes realized her passion for teaching while listening to a former homeless peer share how significant educators were in his journey. Transitioning from a reserved pupil to a vibrant poet, Dukes aimed to advocate for Black students. “I aspired...
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On June 6, the Governing Board of the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) rejected two proposed regulations aimed at banning gas heaters and furnaces in Southern California, a decision with significant implications statewide. The boa...
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When Venita Graves founded her nonprofit Beauty Beyond Breast Cancer in 2010, it stemmed not from a pursuit of recognition but a deep calling. As a hairstylist and a cancer survivor, she identified a significant gap for women, particularly Black wome...
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Tiffany Smith-Simmons, a proud alumna of Howard University, has long envisioned a diverse educational landscape within Sacramento City Unified. As the director of talent management, she collaborated with Alan Rowe from United College Action Network I...
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A surge of immigration raids has struck Southern California, now supported by the National Guard, facing significant pushback from local communities. More operations may be anticipated, as Tom Homan, the Trump administration's “border czar,” announce...
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Kendrick Lamar triumphed at the 25th annual BET Awards, securing the highest number of accolades, while vibrantly delivered tributes had the audience on their feet. Artists took to the stage with fervent critiques of the Donald Trump administration,...
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Following Donald Trump’s return to the presidency, executive orders have been implemented to dismantle initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). While these mandates spec...
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Obesity represents a significant health emergency that necessitates a comprehensive public health approach. Recent UCLA data reveals that nearly one-third of California's adults are affected by obesity. This alarming statistic hides a greater reality...
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On May 28, the Assembly Health and Privacy and Consumer Protection Committees convened for a joint session focused on generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). This technology, which enables machines to create diverse content—from videos to texts—h...
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California's legislative leaders have revealed a budget plan to mitigate an anticipated $12 billion deficit, focusing on borrowing from state funds to sustain social services rather than implementing the severe cuts proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Whi...