Category : News Talk

Lifestyle / News Talk - 23 hours ago

This Week In Black History November 6 – 12, 2024

NOVEMBER 6 & 1858—Samuel E. Cornish dies. Along with John Russwurm, he established the first Black-owned and operated newspaper in Amer­ica—“Freedom’s Journal.” The newspaper’s famous motto was “We wish to plead our cause.” 1860—Abraham Linc...

Lifestyle / News Talk - 1 day ago

Count Continues In Race For Mayor

Robert J. Hansen | OBSERVER Staff ReporterAssemblymember Kevin McCarty leads Dr. Flojaune Cofer by 10 points in the race for Sacramento’s next mayor.As of 2 a.m. Wednesday with approximately 32% of ballots counted, McCarty leads 55% to Cofer’s 45%. M...

Lifestyle / News Talk - 1 day ago

Other Local & Regional Election Results

Robert J. Hansen | OBSERVER Staff WriterHere are the current election results for local measures and other races The OBSERVER is watching. Results reflect the most recent data and voting trends but are subject to final certification as counting conti...

Lifestyle / News Talk - 1 day ago

Yes, Trump Won. Here’s What Happens Next

“Black Vote, Black Power,” a collaboration between Keith Boykin and Word In Black, examines the issues, the candidates, and what’s at stake for Black America in the 2024 presidential election. Buckle up, folks. We’re in for a bumpy ride.  Election...