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WEB3 days ago — Word In Black Newsletter The Observer Newsletter 60th Anniversary Event Updates To keep you informed about all the latest news and updates regarding this event, we are offering the opportunity to sign up to receive email updates. By registering, you will be among the first to know about our event schedule, …
$103M funding for crime victims, $12M for reparations in 2024 ...
WEBJun 24, 2024 — The budget also allocates $12 million to support the implementation of reparations legislation enacted into law this session. This funding aims to help address historical injustices and promote equity and justice for Black Californians.
The California Towns Where Blacks Feared Sundown
WEBSep 2, 2020 — California cities classified as “surely” sundown towns on Loewen’s website include Brea, Chico, Culver City, El Segundo, Fresno, Glendale, Hawthorne, La Jolla, Palmdale, San Marino and Taft. Cities that are now majority Black and Brown, including Compton and Inglewood in Southern California, previously barred Black residents.
Generational Ties: Understanding Black Mothers and Their Adult …
WEBMar 10, 2022 — The late great poet Maya Angelou noted the strong relationship between mothers and their children. Black mothers are known for holding up the world — and their adult children are usually right up there with them in blessing them right back for raising them and loving on them from the womb to the present day. …
Grand Opening of Museum of Science and Curiosity Nov. 13
WEBNov 11, 2021 — On Saturday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the City of Sacramento and SMUD will be presenting the grand opening of the Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC). MOSAC piques curiosity and sparks imagination in guests of all ages with hands-on interactive exhibits and programming that explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, arts ...
California drivers face 54% increase in auto insurance rates - The ...
WEBAug 16, 2024 — California drivers face 54% increase in auto insurance rates by end of 2024. (US MEDIA GROUP) – According to a recent report by insurance tracking website Insurify, California drivers can expect a significant increase in their auto insurance rates in the near future. The report, which analyzed the trends in insurance costs across the country ...
Sacramento Kings Bolster Roster with Orlando Robinson Signing
WEBAug 22, 2024 — By Mark Haynes | OBSERVER Correspondent. FRESNO — The Sacramento Kings announced the signing of 24-year-old center Orlando Robinson on August 7. Robinson, a versatile big man, has played in 67 games with the Miami Heat over the last two seasons and most recently for the Houston Rockets Summer League team. This summer, he showcased an ...
Historic step: Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority forms political action ...
WEBAug 13, 2024 — (US MEDIA GROUP) – Alpha Kappa Alpha, the prestigious historically Black sorority known for its notable alumni, including Vice President Kamala Harris, has taken a bold step in the political realm by creating a political action committee (PAC). The AKA 1908 PAC, also known as the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority PAC, Inc., will be able to accept donations of up to $5,000 from members of the ...
California’s sham budget and unintended consequences
WEBJun 15, 2022 — Dan Walters. OPINION (CALMATTERS) – The “law of unintended consequences” is a tenet of classic economics — essentially a warning that an action meant to have a positive effect can often bring a negative outcome. The political version is an oft-voiced admonition: “What goes around comes around.”. The California Legislature’s ...
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