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Tens of thousands protest in Los Angeles and across the US against Trump administration's authoritarianism. Playful demonstrations support Proposition 50. To read the full story click the link in comments.
No Kings Rally: Protest against Trump administration - The Sacramento Observer
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Thousands of people gathered at the California State Capitol for a “No Kings” protest, rejecting authoritarianism and demanding accountability from To read the full story click the link in comments.
"No Kings" rally at California State Capitol calls for end to federal overreach - The Sacramento Observer
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Xavier Smalls, a Sacramento native, went from pre-med to acting and now debuts his short film, Picture Perfect, at the Oak Park Black Film Festival. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Sac Filmmaker Xavier Smalls Creates His Own Opportunities
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New mural in Oakland, California, unveiled to promote unity and combat rising hate crimes. Art brings community together during United Against Hate week. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Oakland unveils 'Together, We Rise' anti-hate mural - The Sacramento Observer
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The Black Alumni Scholarship Fund at UC San Diego has been renamed the Goins Alumni Scholarship Fund and is now available to all students, regardless of race, after a lawsuit alleging discrimination was filed against the university. To read the full story click the link in comments.
UC San Diego rebrands Black Alumni Scholarship Fund - The Sacramento Observer
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Sacramento City Unified plans to launch an African American studies program by 2027-28, expanding culturally relevant coursework and addressing systemic inequities. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Sac Unified's African American studies program set for 2027 - The Sacramento Observer
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By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.California Secretary of State As voters across the state prepare to make their voices heard on Prop 50 — arguably one of the To read the full story click the link in comments.
How to Make Sure Your Ballot is Secure and Counted in California’s 2025 Special Election - The Sacramento Observer
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Sacramento's poetry community has been growing over the past few decades, with multiple spaces hosting events and workshops, and the city now celebrating its own Poetry Week in October. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Inside Sacramento's strong-rooted poetry community
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Proposition 50 in California would redraw congressional district maps temporarily, sparking debate on voter representation and political power. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Untangling Prop 50: How CA’s Redistricting Fight Impacts Black Communities
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Dr. Olivia Kasirye, Sacramento County’s esteemed public health officer, announces her retirement after a career defined by guiding the county through the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more using the link in comments.
Dr. Olivia Kasirye, Who Led Sac County Through COVID, To Retire
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Governor Newsom signs bill rescinding data sharing for CalFresh enrollment, addressing privacy concerns. Previously, data was shared to increase food stamp enrollment. Read more using the link in comments.
New law restricts CalFresh data sharing in California - The Sacramento Observer
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Experience the powerful storytelling of the Oak Park Black Film Festival, celebrating resilience, creativity, and community in Sacramento's Black film scene. Read more using the link in comments.
Sacramento's Black Filmmakers Shine at Oak Park Festival - The Sacramento Observer
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