Category : News Talk

Dave Winfield: A Milestone Moment in Baseball's Black History

Outfielder Dave Winfield was an extraordinary talent in the realm of professional baseball. Towering, swift, and remarkably strong, he excelled in football and basketball during his early athletic years. Few could predict his eventual pivot to baseba...

Congress Must Act Now: Save the U.S. Postal Service Before It’s Too Late

The U.S. Postal Service remains a vital lifeline for millions, but missteps under former Postmaster General Louis DeJoy have left it vulnerable. Despite DeJoy’s resignation in spring, his controversial “Delivering for America” plan continues to impa...

Slashing DEI Costs Companies More Than They Think: Here's Why Profits Drop

Target's recent reduction of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives has led to notable financial setbacks. In the first quarter of 2025, the retailer reported a 3.8% fall in comparable sales alongside a 2.8% decrease in year-over-year...

Tragic Loss: Oscar-Winning Actor Presley Chweneyagae of ‘Tsotsi’ Passes Away at 40

Presley Chweneyagae, the distinguished South African actor famed for his pivotal role in the Oscar-winning film "Tsotsi," has tragically passed away at the age of 40. His talent agency, MLA, confirmed his death on Tuesday, remarking that South Africa...

Malcolm X’s Rise Began at Home: The Untold Influence of His Mother

Malcolm X, celebrated by actor and activist Ossie Davis as Harlem’s “brightest hope,” would have marked his 100th birthday on May 19. This significant anniversary was commemorated across various locations, including Harlem, Detroit’s Charles Wright M...

The Ugly Truth Behind the GOP’s ‘Beautiful’ Health Bill

When House Republicans endorsed President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” in the early hours of Thursday, it signified a troubling turn for Black communities, particularly Black women. The bill proposes a staggering $700 billion cut to Medicaid,...

TV’s Diversity Crisis: Black Stories Losing Ground on the Small Screen

Where are all the Black-centric scripted television shows heading? The current primetime lineup has seen significant cancellations of series featuring predominantly Black casts or leading Black characters. Notable shows include Prime Video’s “Harlem,...

Honoring Black Excellence: Sacramento Chapter of Links Inc. Commemorates Achievements

On Sunday, 24 high school students from 15 local institutions were celebrated at the Annual Black Achievers Creating Change Celebration, organized by the Sacramento Chapter of Links Inc. The group comprised 17 seniors and seven juniors—16 females and...

Strengthening California: The Urgent Call to Protect Mental Health Funding for Community Well-Being

The California Black Women’s Health Project envisions a future where women’s health choices flourish in a landscape that promotes equal access and justice. However, Governor Gavin Newsom’s revised budget poses a significant threat by suggesting the...

Black America Can’t Look Away: Trump’s Rule by Fear Persists

Recently, I navigated through Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport—an all-too-familiar space for me over my 30 years of travel. This occasion, however, was disconcerting. The TSA line resembled chaos, with frustrated travelers and overwhelmed agents...

Healing Through Dialogue: Ruth Jeannoel’s Work With Restorative Justice Circles

On May 23, cultural organizer and birth worker Ruth Jeannoel will unveil her inaugural book, “Restorative Justice Practices: Circle Keeping for Community Healing,” during the “We Got Us: Healing Justice Skill Share” at Miami's Little Haiti Community...

Soil Contamination Exposed: Unseen Threats Lurking Beneath the Surface

Organizations like Edgewood Community Farm advocate for techniques such as cultivating sunflowers, which enhance aesthetics and gradually improve soil health. Following California's catastrophic wildfires, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FE...

Policing in Schools: Who Really Benefits and Who Pays the Price?

In the spring of 2020, a devastating video of George Floyd's death at the hands of a Minneapolis officer ignited historic protests. Millions rallied for police defunding, advocating for community-focused support and genuine recognition of Black live...

Bridging the Divide: How Cultural Brokers Support Black Families in Their Daily Lives

Navigating the child welfare system can be daunting for Black families striving for reunification. In Sacramento County, the Cultural Broker Program stands as a crucial source of assistance, tackling the disproportionate representation of African Am...

Sac State Women's Track and Field Team Secures 4th Place at Big Sky Championships

On the closing day of the Big Sky Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Ava Fitzgerald focused on one pivotal element: trust. The junior hurdler, enveloped in gospel music and adorned with cross earrings, inscribed Jeremiah 29:11 on her arm as a re...