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California’s Senate Bill (SB) 694, aimed at shielding veterans and service members from exploitative practices, is poised for a comprehensive vote in the Senate when the legislative session restarts in January 2026. Crafted by Sen. Bob Archuleta (D-L...
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A Midwestern educator once remarked to her students that a sense of humor signifies intelligence. “Observe our classroom,” she noted. “The brightest students grasp the jokes immediately, while others may falter.” Although I have not consulted a physi...
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Bam Adebayo recently had the honor of presenting A’ja Wilson with her groundbreaking fourth WNBA MVP trophy, an experience he described as one of the summer’s most memorable moments. During a media day event on September 19 in Las Vegas, Adebayo spok...
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Rae Lewis-Thornton vividly recalls the day she learned of her HIV diagnosis. At 23, vibrant and thriving in her desired role as a political strategist, she received a troubling letter after organizing a blood donation drive. The brief visit to her lo...
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On Monday, a state agency rescinded the professional license of Iowa's largest school district leader, Des Moines public schools Superintendent Ian Roberts, shortly after federal authorities apprehended him under allegations of residing and working i...
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Leangela Frazier recalls the moment her life became unstable. At 39, this single mother of four left a tumultuous relationship and found herself switching between friends' couches. A friend directed her to Women’s Empowerment, a Sacramento nonprofit...
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Maraskeshia Smith is on the verge of being appointed as Sacramento’s new city manager, as indicated by sources from City Hall. If confirmed, she will make history as the first Black woman to occupy this role. The City Council is set to hold a vote re...
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In life, vast sums of money can procure numerous luxuries—opulent cars, expansive properties, lavish yachts. Yet, one thing remains out of reach for even the wealthiest: a playoff baseball team. The modest-market Cincinnati Reds are advancing to the...
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As Congress rushes to avert a government shutdown, a pivotal concern is the preservation of federal subsidies that render health insurance affordable for millions of Americans. Should lawmakers fail to enact a budget or a temporary solution, termed a...
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As autumn settles into the Sacramento area, following a summer that felt unusually cool, I find myself pondering the joys of life in our cherished community. There's a well-known segment on a national morning sports program every Wednesday titled “W...
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Amid a wave of job losses affecting formerly employed federal and corporate workers, a silent crisis is unfolding for small business owners grappling with downsized revenues and the absence of formal layoffs. The economic downturn heavily burdens the...
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Thomasina Clarke observes with dismay as numerous schools shutter in her previously vibrant St. Louis neighborhood, which endured a tornado this spring and has experienced a dramatic population decline over the years.“It feels like a void in the co...
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Grambling State’s head coach Mickey Joseph has reignited a heated debate following his team’s 70-0 defeat to No. 1 Ohio State in a college football match. The Tigers earned a remarkable $1 million from what are termed money games, where FCS programs...
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Each September, National Suicide Prevention Month urges us to sustain discussions around mental health. After nearly four years covering this subject within the Black community, I recognize the urgency of this dialogue. The intersection of misinforma...
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As the academic year begins, families are adopting new routines, which frequently entails new expenses and opportunities. From tuition fees and activity charges to sports gear and last-minute supply purchases, costs can accumulate rapidly. While the...