Category : News Talk

Conversations Expand About Whether Theology Programs Face Disproportionate Regulation

Upon my arrival at Howard University School of Divinity, I anticipated enhancing my faith and theological insight. Instead, I became a target for isolation and persecution, not due to moral failures, but for my conservative Christian beliefs while be...

Placer District Criticized for Failing to Protect Autistic Student from Racial Harassment

The Greater Sacramento NAACP has voiced urgent concerns regarding the Placer Union High School District after advocating for Gabe Dickerson, a 17-year-old Colfax High School student with autism, who endured severe racial bullying and violent threats...

The Issues That Shaped 2025 According to Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson

In November 2024, Dr. Akilah Weber Pierson made history as the first African American elected to the California State Senate south of Los Angeles County. A board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist, she also established the Pediatric & Adolescent...

Trinidad And Tobago’s Next Musical Wave Puts Steelpan Back In The Global Conversation

The steelpan, a percussion instrument with origins in Trinidad and Tobago dating back to 1939, is experiencing a resurgence as a new generation delights in its vibrant, resonant tones both on stage and in dance venues. Thanks to advancements in techn...

Michael Jordan Takes The Stand In NASCAR Trial And Explains Why He Filed Suit

Retired NBA legend Michael Jordan took the witness stand on Friday in a pivotal NASCAR antitrust trial, sharing his lifelong admiration for stock car racing while expressing his urgency in suing to instigate necessary reforms in a system he believes...

Centuries Old Black Gravesites Offer Insight Into Restorative Strength

In 2013, while engaging in construction efforts in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, the remains of 36 individuals of African descent were discovered in an unmarked 18th-century burial site. For two centuries, such burial spaces, particularly in f...

Race And Health Policy Collide Whenever The ACA Comes Under Fire

The disputes surrounding the Affordable Care Act transcended mere matters of policy or insurance costs; they touched upon societal truths long embedded in the fabric of America. Following the election of Barack Obama, a president who prioritized the...

Isaac Bryan Discusses Progress And Setbacks That Marked The 2025 Year In Sacramento

Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights) serves California’s 55th Assembly District, encompassing key areas like Baldwin Hills and Leimert Park, recognized as the cultural hub of Black Los Angeles. At just 33, Bryan is an influential member of t...

Faith Becomes a Foundation for Two Black Women CEOs Through Iron Forums

Iron Forums presents a unique fusion of faith and leadership, tailored for Christian entrepreneurs, advisors, and business leaders seeking camaraderie and guidance. This collective offers a supportive "peer community," especially vital for Black lea...

Why One Man Credits His Heritage and Beliefs for His Justice Mission

Throughout his life, John Leeke has embraced his family heritage and the profound influence of his Catholic faith on his identity and sense of justice. Raised in Washington, D.C., and educated by nuns, his understanding of self was transformed alongs...

Volunteers Make a Measurable Difference in Sacramento’s Homeless Program System

Data from Sacramento Steps Forward indicates a troubling increase in homelessness within Sacramento County, with figures climbing from 5,356 in March 2025 to nearly 9,000 by September. This surge highlights a community in distress. On a brisk Sunday...

What a Longtime Black Math Teacher Has Learned And Taught

At 22, I entered my Teach For America Greater New Orleans interview, confidently aiming to become a history teacher. I was taken aback when asked to switch to math to align with community needs. Intimidated yet eager, I accepted the challenge, and el...

Reviving Civil Rights: Laid-off Education Department Workers Return to Address Backlog

The Trump administration is reinstating numerous staff members from the Education Department who had been set for layoffs, citing their essential role in addressing a growing backlog of discrimination complaints submitted by students and families. Th...

Musical Grandeur Returns in “Wicked: For Good,” Alongside Some Sequel Growing Pains

"Wicked: For Good," the much-anticipated film continuation of the Wicked saga, aims to seamlessly weave together the narratives of the beloved stage adaptation and its literary roots. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the sequel dazzles as a visually stunning...

Activists Encourage Environmental Groups to Address Gaps in Representation

I have dedicated my adulthood to environments steeped in silent truths—boardrooms designed with alabaster elegance, donor retreats adorned with recycled bamboo reaching for noble aspirations. These venues echo with terms like “equity” and “justice,”...