Category : News Talk

Education Minded Leader Nichelle Henderson Pledges Renewed Commitment To Families

As nine candidates compete for California’s next superintendent of public instruction, Nichelle Henderson’s unique perspective and extensive experience stand out. Having dedicated much of her career to California classrooms while actively participati...

ONYX 25: A Masterpiece of Intention and Elegance

Power and influence fundamentally signify the ability to effectuate change, shape narratives, and mobilize resources. They embody the capacity to sway decisions in diverse settings, be it a boardroom, community, or political forum.For individuals of...

Despite Worsening Violence Sudan Receives Little Action From Powers Claiming Moral Leadership

A disturbing indifference persists towards the plight of individuals in Sudan, one of Africa's largest nations.In the last two years, over 150,000 lives have been lost amid escalating conflict, displacing 12 million individuals from their homes—an...

Senate Moves Closer To Resolution As Eight Democrats Defy Party On Shutdown

For the 41st consecutive day, the U.S. government remains partially closed, but a glimmer of hope emerged in Washington late Sunday. A coalition of eight Senate Democrats collaborated with Republicans to advance a short-term funding proposal, marking...

California Governor Race Heats Up: Candidates Clash Over Surging Health Care Costs

California's gubernatorial race is heating up as it nears the June 2026 primary, with healthcare costs becoming a pivotal issue. During a recent forum in the Inland Empire, four Democratic contenders to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom expressed their commi...

Ancient Traditions Blend Seamlessly With New Agricultural Possibilities

Classy Hippie Tea in Sacramento intertwines innovation with heritage. Founder Leo Hickman transcends conventional tea offerings, establishing a self-sustaining model that transforms tea into a vessel for healing, social connection, and progression, w...

Subsidy Rollback Could Push Californians Out Of Vital Coverage

If Congress does not renew federal health subsidies by year’s end, an alarming 400,000 Californians — including 15% from the Black community — may find themselves without health coverage, leading many to either forsake insurance or face soaring premi...

Student Reporters Witness Brawls Break Out During Heated Turning Point Berkeley Event

Students rallied and pounded on barricades outside Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley, where campus police stood poised with batons during the Turning Point USA “American Comeback Tour” on November 10, 2025. In stark political contrast, enraged students...

Honorees Shine During Wiley Manuel Bar Tribute To Sacramento Justice Leaders

The Wiley Manuel Bar Association celebrated its annual Legal Fusion on November 5 at the Citizen Hotel, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to both the legal field and the Sacramento community. The gathering united judges,...

The Sacramento OBSERVER Debuts ONYX 25 Awards Celebrating Influential Changemakers

The Sacramento Observer is excited to unveil the first-ever ONYX 25 Awards, a prestigious event dedicated to honoring Sacramento's most impactful Black leaders. Set for Friday, November 14, 2025, this ceremony will recognize 25 extraordinary individu...

SheWorks California Is Putting Corporate America On Notice For Failing Black Women

A groundbreaking initiative is set to launch in early 2026, aimed at empowering Black women throughout Southern California to advance in their careers and regain economic autonomy. The California Black Women’s Collective Empowerment Institute will of...

Black Neighborhoods Are Paying The Price For America’s Fossil Fuel Addiction

The detrimental impacts of fossil fuel extraction and combustion on public health, especially among Black and Brown populations, are well-documented yet persistently ignored. The recent report titled “Fueling Sickness: The Hidden Health Costs of Foss...

They Don’t Hear Protests: They Hear Poll Numbers

Voting catalyzes transformation. The atmosphere is altered the following morning, akin to the earth exhaling after a long-held breath since Reconstruction. I’ve witnessed this phenomenon unfold. On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, history ceased to remain...

Tiger Woods Beams As Son Charlie Receives AJGA All-American Recognition

Charlie Woods has achieved a notable distinction alongside his father, Tiger Woods. On Wednesday, the American Junior Golf Association revealed that Charlie, a junior at The Benjamin School in South Florida, has earned a spot on the first team All-Am...

Ten Years Of Carrying A Secret The World Should’ve Understood

On a balmy May evening in Florida in 2013, Christopher “Super” Green received the devastating news that he was HIV-positive. “I received my diagnosis on a date,” he recounted, sharing that he and his partner, studying public health, had visited a cli...