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As the “Big Beautiful Bill” cuts billions of dollars in enhanced subsidies for health insurance and sends premiums upward, Black families feel the sting.
February 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
As the “Big Beautiful Bill” cuts billions of dollars in enhanced subsidies for health insurance and sends premiums upward, Black families feel the sting.
The City of Sacramento is facing a projected $66.2 million budget deficit for the fiscal year 2026-27, driven by long-term structural imbalances, and the City is working to make hard choices to stabilize the budget while also growing the economy and improving services.
February 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The City of Sacramento is facing a projected $66.2 million budget deficit for the fiscal year 2026-27, driven by long-term structural imbalances, and the City is working to make hard choices to stabilize the budget while also growing the economy and improving services.
"Threads of Belonging" is a temporary public art installation planned for South Sacramento, featuring an 8-by-30-foot handwoven mural that reflects the textile traditions of Palestinian, Filipino and Hmong communities, and will be supported by the City and community contributions.
February 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM
"Threads of Belonging" is a temporary public art installation planned for South Sacramento, featuring an 8-by-30-foot handwoven mural that reflects the textile traditions of Palestinian, Filipino and Hmong communities, and will be supported by the City and community contributions.
The 2026 California Gubernatorial Candidates Forum on Black Student Success will take place on President's Day to discuss the academic performance, opportunities and systemic challenges facing Black students in California's public schools.
February 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The 2026 California Gubernatorial Candidates Forum on Black Student Success will take place on President's Day to discuss the academic performance, opportunities and systemic challenges facing Black students in California's public schools.
Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat on a segregated bus in 1955 sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and was the culmination of years of civil rights activism, which continued after the boycott as she worked to support civil rights and economic justice in Detroit.
February 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat on a segregated bus in 1955 sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and was the culmination of years of civil rights activism, which continued after the boycott as she worked to support civil rights and economic justice in Detroit.
Talking about money with your partner can be difficult, but it is essential for building trust and healthy financial habits, and a financial advisor can help facilitate the conversation.
February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Talking about money with your partner can be difficult, but it is essential for building trust and healthy financial habits, and a financial advisor can help facilitate the conversation.
Two years after their debut, The OBSERVER catches up with three Sacramento couples to explore how Black love has evolved in 2026.
February 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Two years after their debut, The OBSERVER catches up with three Sacramento couples to explore how Black love has evolved in 2026.
Nights in the Valley, a Black-led line dancing group in Sacramento, transforms Wednesday nights into a celebration of culture, rhythm, and community.
February 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Nights in the Valley, a Black-led line dancing group in Sacramento, transforms Wednesday nights into a celebration of culture, rhythm, and community.
Talking about money with your partner can be difficult, but it is essential for building trust and healthy financial habits, and a financial advisor can help facilitate the conversation.
February 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Talking about money with your partner can be difficult, but it is essential for building trust and healthy financial habits, and a financial advisor can help facilitate the conversation.
Two years after their debut, The OBSERVER catches up with three Sacramento couples to explore how Black love has evolved in 2026.
February 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Two years after their debut, The OBSERVER catches up with three Sacramento couples to explore how Black love has evolved in 2026.
Ghanaian-born artist Okaidja Afroso brings an intimate, storytelling-driven performance to the Mondavi Center’s Vanderhoef Studio Theatre.
February 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Ghanaian-born artist Okaidja Afroso brings an intimate, storytelling-driven performance to the Mondavi Center’s Vanderhoef Studio Theatre.
Nights in the Valley, a Black-led line dancing group in Sacramento, transforms Wednesday nights into a celebration of culture, rhythm, and community.
February 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Nights in the Valley, a Black-led line dancing group in Sacramento, transforms Wednesday nights into a celebration of culture, rhythm, and community.
Gallery 1075 in West Sacramento is showcasing art by local Black artists, including Danitta Nelson and Joyhné Geran, through February, with an art reception taking place on February 12th.
February 12, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Gallery 1075 in West Sacramento is showcasing art by local Black artists, including Danitta Nelson and Joyhné Geran, through February, with an art reception taking place on February 12th.
Jarvis Jay Masters, the 63-year-old death row author and Oprah Book Club selection, appeals his case to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
February 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jarvis Jay Masters, the 63-year-old death row author and Oprah Book Club selection, appeals his case to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
The NAACP is urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to reject SB 694, a bill aimed at curbing predatory practices against veterans seeking federal benefits, arguing it could deepen racial inequities and limit access to critical assistance for Black veterans and other historically marginalized groups.
February 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The NAACP is urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to reject SB 694, a bill aimed at curbing predatory practices against veterans seeking federal benefits, arguing it could deepen racial inequities and limit access to critical assistance for Black veterans and other historically marginalized groups.
Business optimism is returning for small and midsize business leaders at the start of 2026, with inflation, taxes, and tariffs being the top concerns for small businesses and economic uncertainty, revenue growth, and tariffs being the top concerns for midsize businesses.
February 11, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Business optimism is returning for small and midsize business leaders at the start of 2026, with inflation, taxes, and tariffs being the top concerns for small businesses and economic uncertainty, revenue growth, and tariffs being the top concerns for midsize businesses.
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The Stockton Observer launches March 16. Independent, fact-based local news and accountability. Follow, share, and like this post, then go sign up for our inaugural newsletter! ✉️ : sacobserver.com/stockton-new...
February 11, 2026 at 6:17 PM
60 years of trust. 1 new voice for the 209. 🗞️
The Stockton Observer launches March 16. Independent, fact-based local news and accountability. Follow, share, and like this post, then go sign up for our inaugural newsletter! ✉️ : sacobserver.com/stockton-new...
The Stockton Observer launches March 16. Independent, fact-based local news and accountability. Follow, share, and like this post, then go sign up for our inaugural newsletter! ✉️ : sacobserver.com/stockton-new...
Sacramento's arts organizations are struggling to survive the pandemic, but with the help of community support, they are continuing to provide valuable cultural programming to the city.
February 11, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Sacramento's arts organizations are struggling to survive the pandemic, but with the help of community support, they are continuing to provide valuable cultural programming to the city.
The Sacramento Observer, along with California Black Media Advocates and the Black in School Coalition are proud to sponsor a nonpartisan Gubernatorial Candidate Forum. Click here to register: bit.ly/3M5yeU5
February 11, 2026 at 6:49 PM
The Sacramento Observer, along with California Black Media Advocates and the Black in School Coalition are proud to sponsor a nonpartisan Gubernatorial Candidate Forum. Click here to register: bit.ly/3M5yeU5
Discover the growing public banking movement in California and how it could transform communities by reinvesting funds locally for affordable housing and climate resilience.
February 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Discover the growing public banking movement in California and how it could transform communities by reinvesting funds locally for affordable housing and climate resilience.
Discover how 12-year-old rapper Boss Tootie is making waves in the music industry while promoting recycling through her catchy song and music video.
February 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Discover how 12-year-old rapper Boss Tootie is making waves in the music industry while promoting recycling through her catchy song and music video.
Longtime labor organizer and reproductive rights advocate Lauren Babb Tomlinson runs for California's 6th Congressional District, focusing on healthcare access and cost of living.
February 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Longtime labor organizer and reproductive rights advocate Lauren Babb Tomlinson runs for California's 6th Congressional District, focusing on healthcare access and cost of living.
California sues websites that publish blueprints for 3D printer ghost guns - The Sacramento Observer
February 9, 2026 at 11:00 PM
California sues websites that publish blueprints for 3D printer ghost guns - The Sacramento Observer
Discover how 12-year-old rapper Boss Tootie is making waves in the music industry while promoting recycling through her catchy song and music video.
February 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Discover how 12-year-old rapper Boss Tootie is making waves in the music industry while promoting recycling through her catchy song and music video.
The California State Assembly passed AJR 25, a resolution urging Congress and President Trump to restore and extend enhanced ACA premium tax credits, which Assembly Democrats passed unanimously and now moves to the California State Senate for consideration.
February 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The California State Assembly passed AJR 25, a resolution urging Congress and President Trump to restore and extend enhanced ACA premium tax credits, which Assembly Democrats passed unanimously and now moves to the California State Senate for consideration.