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Sean “Diddy” Combs informed the judge overseeing his sex trafficking trial that he believes he is performing exceptionally well, asserting on Tuesday that he will not take the stand. This declaration was made to U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian a...
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The Sacramento City Council, alongside Mayor Kevin McCarty, recently approved a $1.65 billion budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, successfully addressing a projected $62.2 million deficit without resorting to layoffs. This decision followed signifi...
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The fifth annual Juneteenth Block Party transformed the streets of 40 Acres at 35th and Broadway into a vibrant showcase of Black artistry and culture this past weekend. Sponsored by St. HOPE, the event featured musical performances, artistic display...
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Data from the Treasury Department indicates a significant rise in revenue from tariffs on imported goods during April and May, achieving unprecedented monthly totals. However, this amount is less than half of what President Donald Trump has claimed....
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On Monday, the NAACP declared that President Donald Trump will not receive an invitation to its national convention next month in Charlotte, North Carolina. This marks a historic moment, as it is the first time in the organization's illustrious 116-y...
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As part of my role, I conduct street outreach for victims of sex trafficking, focusing on notorious areas like Stockton Boulevard and Watt Avenue. Those familiar with these locales witness unsettling scenes: women, often minors, endure the cold clad...
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Sacramento-based R&B singer-songwriter Nataya Rule recently showcased her single “Loverboy” in Hangout Gigs, a compelling video series spotlighting local musical talent. From a young age, Rule harbored aspirations of becoming a singer, a passion...
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Across the nation, educational institutions are diligently striving to implement policies that safeguard immigrant students among their ranks. Recently speaking to the AFRO, Sherry Christian, Baltimore City Public Schools' media and public relations...
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From the tender age of five, Aquil Sudah recalls his introduction to the iconic hymn "Lift Every Voice and Sing," authored by James Weldon Johnson and composed by J. Rosamond Johnson. This piece, which Sudah affectionately deems the Black National An...
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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...