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The U.S. Department of Education has commenced the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year 2026–27, albeit for a limited number of students. Currently undergoing beta testing, this two-phase rollout aims to assess the s...
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I was encouraged by Maryland Governor Wes Moore's recent executive order implementing a cohesive strategy for environmental justice. This executive order also established an Interagency Environmental Justice and Equity Advisory Council, designed to s...
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The Red Museum has evolved through the years, serving various roles—distinctively as a vibrant warehouse, community gathering spot, and a hub for experimental art. Located near Sacramento's Mansion Flats, it has hosted underground music events, avant...
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In an announcement on her Substack, The Golden Hour, Karen Attiah, an opinion editor for The Washington Post, revealed she was dismissed last week after an 11-year tenure. Attiah held the distinction of being the last full-time Black opinion columnis...
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LeShelle May, a prominent figure from CNN's Internet Technology Group, has been appointed to the board of directors for United Way California Capital Region. May began her career at CNN in 1996 as a senior software developer and currently oversees th...
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Numerous health care bills now await the governor's signature, designed to enhance access for Californians unable to afford prescription medications, minimize delays in medical decisions, and protect personal privacy.This year, California legislator...
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Last month, Montero Lamar Hill—recognized as Lil Nas X from his hit "Old Town Road"—was apprehended in Los Angeles while clad only in his underwear and under the influence. Armed officers confronted him, leading to his arrest on four felony charges,...
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The Annual Black Food Festival made its vibrant return to Florin Square on September 7, celebrating food, culture, and community enterprise. Now in its seventh iteration, the festival has evolved from a grassroots initiative into a significant commun...
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In recent times, researchers have increasingly employed a novel type of analysis to ascertain the extent to which climate change has exacerbated various natural disasters. Known as extreme event attribution studies, these analyses help clarify the un...
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On September 15, Bishop William J. Barber II reiterated the biblical truth from Ecclesiastes 1:9 during a significant broadcast. This date marked not only a regular Moral Monday event but also the 62nd anniversary of the tragic 16th Street Baptist Ch...
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The current state of our nation reflects an unsettling attempt to revive the Confederacy's remnants and reinforce systemic racism. The Trump administration's push for exclusivity underscores this reality. Many had hoped the judiciary would limit the...
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Larry Black Jr. found himself lying on an operating table, poised for organ harvesting, when neurosurgeon Zohny Zohny rushed in, demanding his removal. “This is my patient,” Zohny insisted, despite the surgical team's claim of family consent for the...
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Following two challenging defeats to commence the football season, Sacramento State achieved a significant victory with a 49-28 triumph over Mercyhurst University from Erie, Pennsylvania, on September 12 at Hornet Stadium. This marked the first win f...
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On August 27, Sheriff Jim Cooper of Sacramento County instructed mutual aid volunteers to vacate the downtown jail premises, labeling them as trespassers. The volunteers, part of Decarcerate Sacramento and the Anti Police-Terror Project, have been r...
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This year, approximately 75% of California public high school seniors submitted applications for federal financial aid, marking an impressive increase of 11% compared to last year. This surge underscores the effectiveness of California’s initiatives...