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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...
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This week, we unveil a meticulously curated selection of enthralling news stories, presented in an easily digestible audio format. Dive into pivotal headlines that resonate, encompassing intriguing local tales alongside major events impacting both ou...
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In the last twelve years, California has implemented a range of criminal justice reforms aimed at reshaping sentencing practices and reducing the overcrowding of its prisons. A recent report by a state agency provides an in-depth analysis of these po...
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"You possess power unless you relinquish it," are the wise words my grandmother imparted to me during my youth in the Appalachian mountains. As the seasons shift, her message resonates deeply today on this first day of fall. With Climate Week upon us...
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On Monday, legal representatives for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs requested a judge to impose a maximum of 14 months in prison following his conviction on two prostitution-related charges. If the judge agrees, Combs could be released almost immedia...
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During the 2024 presidential campaign, Russell Vought, the current Director of the Office of Management and Budget, expressed a desire to put federal employees “in trauma.” Project 2025 deemed union representation for government workers as “incompati...