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In 2019, Rev. Dr. Kelly U. Farrow inaugurated the Kelly U. Farrow Institute for Black Preaching and Education, with the intention of nurturing a dynamic movement that enhances and modernizes the legacy of Black preaching, which she refers to as “the...
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The Walter Washington Convention Center buzzed with energy as thousands gathered in the nation's capital for the 54th Annual Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference (ALC). This glamorous event seamlessly intertwined celebration with...
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The City of Sacramento is seeking “community ambassadors” to foster and sustain relationships with partners and residents from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as historically marginalized communities. Spearheaded by the Nei...
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California has emerged as the pioneering state to prohibit ultraprocessed foods in school meals, aiming for a significant dietary shift by 2035. Governor Gavin Newsom enacted this landmark measure at Belvedere Middle School in Boyle Heights, mandatin...
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A medical helicopter accident on a California highway resulted in injuries to three individuals, including a woman who became trapped beneath the aircraft. On Monday evening, the helicopter overturned on State Route 50, littering the busy highway wit...
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In the aftermath of a devastating fire in Altadena, community members, victims, and journalists convened to address the McChrystal Group's recent assessment of emergency responses regarding the Eaton and Palisades fires. This independent After-Action...
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Last week highlighted national voter registration day, prompting a critical moment for the Democratic Party. Between 2020 and 2024, there was a loss of 2.1 million registered Democrats, contrasted by a 2.4 million gain for Republicans across 30 state...
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The current federal government shutdown, which began on Wednesday, continues with no resolution in sight. Recent Senate votes have failed to reconcile the divisions between Congressional Democrats and Republicans, underscoring their persistent confli...
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The recently released publication “Inherited Inequality: Why Opportunity Gaps Persist between Black and White Youth Raised in Two-Parent Families,” penned by Harvard sociologist Dr. Christina J. Cross, critically examines the pervasive belief that tw...
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On Sunday, October 19, the Woman on Fire Gala will honor six exceptional local storytellers. This semiformal gathering, orchestrated by Sisters of Nia, an initiative rooted in African culture, aims to uplift middle school girls. The program is design...
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Dr. W. James “Jimmie” Abbington, a distinguished professor, musician, and scholar, regarded sacred music as vital to the Black church, viewing traditional hymns and spirituals as “theology in song.” As the inaugural professor of Black sacred music at...
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As Sacramento flourishes, its Black unhoused population faces barriers in finding stability and opportunities to thrive. The Observer delves into their lives, revealing their identities and the societal factors that keep them in a vulnerable position...
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I received a lupus diagnosis while grappling with the emotional upheaval following an unexpected divorce. At 32, I believed I was living a blissful life, thriving in a prominent law firm, until a sudden immobilizing incident changed everything. The s...
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Attorneys representing Sean “Diddy” Combs are preparing to file an appeal following the Grammy-winning musician’s sentencing to over four years in prison for transporting individuals across state lines for sexual activities. This verdict has undermin...
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An innovative cannabis-derived medication has proven effective in alleviating back pain, according to a recent study involving 800 participants conducted by a German pharmaceutical firm. This research adds to the growing body of evidence supporting c...