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The ongoing budget bill in Congress poses a significant threat to low-income Americans, particularly those dependent on public insurance like Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. Moreover, families with employer-sponsored health coverage are also gr...
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A new proposal unveiled on Monday in California may subject local, state, and federal law enforcement officers who conceal their faces during official duties to a misdemeanor charge. If enacted, the legislation mandates that all law enforcement perso...
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A recent document released by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to Congress aimed to justify alterations to COVID-19 vaccination protocols but misrepresented scientific studies to back unfounded claims about vaccine safety for pregnan...
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Q: Has President Donald Trump established a rule permitting VA doctors to deny treatment to Democrats? A: No. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs revised its bylaws to align with recent executive orders. This revision involved the removal of te...
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Elk Grove recently celebrated Juneteenth with an event coordinated by the local nonprofit Dreams Unlimited, which highlighted the theme “The Black Frontier.” This theme was chosen to pay homage to the heritage of Black cowboys and the concept of free...
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Faith is often regarded as a noble pursuit and a cornerstone of a fulfilling life. As per Hebrews 11:1, faith is described as the “substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things unseen.” However, what happens when such faith must be sought aft...
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The seismic activity within Los Angeles extends beyond geological shifts. The repercussions of ICE raids are profoundly felt, with disturbing instances of pregnant women being apprehended, a 9-year-old taken into custody, and day laborers facing inti...
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When Tyrone Green’s youngest son was diagnosed with autism, his wife quickly sought the necessary support for their 3-year-old. However, Green felt isolated, grappling with his own uncertainties and a profound sense of loneliness. “My wife couldn’t u...
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LOS ANGELES — In a new Amazon advertisement, LeBron James creatively nods to Prime Day bargains, yet his foremost concern lies in rehabilitating his knee ahead of training camp. The Los Angeles Lakers icon is gearing up for his landmark 23rd NBA seas...
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Experts assert that Juneteenth, observed on June 19, offers significant generational healing for Black Americans. “Juneteenth grants Black Americans a culturally affirmed opportunity to confront the profound generational trauma while simultaneously c...
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Local playwright Jerry Montoya is experiencing a remarkable season at B Street Theatre, showcasing two of his works simultaneously, prompting the theater to dub this time as “The Spring of Jerry Montoya.” Serving as B Street’s executive producer, Mon...
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On June 12, California Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber engaged in a panel discussion at the Public Policy Institute of California’s (PPIC) 2025 Speaker Series in Sacramento, focusing on enhancing civic education and engagement statewide. By June...
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Ananda Lewis, once hailed as MTV's reigning star VJ in the 1990s, mingled with iconic figures like Prince and Shaquille O’Neal. Her magnetic influence earned her the title of “the hip-hop generation’s reigning ‘It Girl’” from The New York Times. In r...
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Reflecting on the moment I settled one of many student loan payments, I can vividly recall the years spent laboring under a mountain of debt. Amidst escalating interest rates, I developed a firm resolve: to avoid unnecessary debt at all costs. Howeve...
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The UK-based organization Women in Sport proudly advocates its motto, “Because women and girls belong.” Recognizing the critical issue of inclusivity for Black girls in athletics, the organization conducted extensive research culminating in last mont...