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This week, we unveil a meticulously curated selection of the most intriguing news stories, now presented in a convenient audio format. Dive into the impactful headlines that echo throughout our society, encompassing both compelling local narratives a...
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At a recent mental health conference, Black professionals highlighted the distinct challenges and systemic inequalities affecting their communities, reinforcing the urgent need for culturally aware care and advocacy. Hosted by NAMI (National Alliance...
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In a pivotal move addressing urgent issues, the California Teachers Association (CTA) has thrown its support behind Proposition 50, an initiative spearheaded by Governor Gavin Newsom aimed at redistricting. The CTA is actively engaging California’s B...
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In Ephesians 2:10, believers are reminded they are crafted for good deeds. Margretta Patrice Cannon exemplified this Scripture, tirelessly serving as an entrepreneur, caregiver, and community advocate for those in need. Cannon passed away on Septembe...
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In the ongoing murder trial of Sean Grayson, the Illinois sheriff's deputy charged with killing Sonya Massey in her Springfield residence, prosecutors argue that Grayson ignored his police training and ethical standards. Grayson, a white officer, sta...
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America's struggle to reconcile with its racist past persists. Founded on principles of slavery, genocide, and systemic exclusion, the country has historically sanitized these truths in educational curricula, museum displays, and national observances...
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As Congress failed to reach a budget agreement prior to October 1, officials employed strategic measures to ensure that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) remains operational through the month. However, if a budget isn't established...
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The Supreme Court announced on Monday that it will evaluate the legality of gun ownership for individuals who regularly consume marijuana, marking a significant development following its 2022 ruling on gun rights. The request stems from the Trump adm...
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Society frequently overlooks and unfairly critiques unhoused individuals, perpetuating the notion that they should somehow rise above a longstanding systemic barrier designed to keep disadvantaged populations marginalized. Jaiye Kamson, a multimedia...
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In an address on September 30 to military leaders and during an October 9 Cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump made several inaccurate claims regarding military pay increases and recruitment efforts.Trump announced a 3.8% raise for military person...
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Twin sisters Lauren Rosson and Lorna Norrise have dedicated years to transforming concepts into compelling screenplays and films. Operating under the moniker Mumm and Dean, this Sacramento-based duo comprises screenwriters, podcasters, and consultant...
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Xavier Smalls did not initially aspire to pursue acting. While enrolled at Sacramento State, the Sacramento local aimed for a career in orthodontics until an acting class, taken for extra credit, changed his trajectory.“I was extremely nervous,” Smal...
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"We are executing a significant reversal. Can we truly be a thriving and productive community if a substantial portion of our population lacks insurance?" – Kathy Hempstead, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. As the government shutdown persists, familie...
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Challenges are rising for Black students with disabilities who require federal support, following the Trump administration’s recent termination of nearly all personnel within the Education Department's special education unit. On October 10, hundreds...
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For two decades, the Taste of Soul festival has celebrated food, music, and community spirit along Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles. This year’s event, held on October 18, held heightened significance as the intersection of Crenshaw and Obama boulev...