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Medicare Advantage simplifies health coverage for seniors, but coverage gaps and limited access to Black physicians still pose challenges. Read more using the link in comments.
December 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Medicare Advantage simplifies health coverage for seniors, but coverage gaps and limited access to Black physicians still pose challenges. Read more using the link in comments.
California's road deaths have surged, but lawmakers fail to address the issue. Weak DUI laws and ineffective measures contribute to the rising fatalities. Read more using the link in comments.
December 12, 2025 at 11:00 PM
California's road deaths have surged, but lawmakers fail to address the issue. Weak DUI laws and ineffective measures contribute to the rising fatalities. Read more using the link in comments.
Stockton Unified expands counseling services to help students process the trauma after a shooting at a birthday party killed three children, including an 8-year-old SUSD student. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Stockton Unified expands counseling services to help students process the trauma after a shooting at a birthday party killed three children, including an 8-year-old SUSD student. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Medicare Advantage simplifies health coverage for seniors, but coverage gaps and limited access to Black physicians still pose challenges. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Medicare Advantage simplifies health coverage for seniors, but coverage gaps and limited access to Black physicians still pose challenges. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Stockton grapples with grief and demands action after a mass shooting claims four lives. Community leaders call for unity and support for families. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 11, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Stockton grapples with grief and demands action after a mass shooting claims four lives. Community leaders call for unity and support for families. To read the full story click the link in comments.
California's road deaths have surged, but lawmakers fail to address the issue. Weak DUI laws and ineffective measures contribute to the rising fatalities. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
California's road deaths have surged, but lawmakers fail to address the issue. Weak DUI laws and ineffective measures contribute to the rising fatalities. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Five California correctional officers accused of sexual assault remain employed, audit reveals. Internal affairs investigations found inadequate. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Five California correctional officers accused of sexual assault remain employed, audit reveals. Internal affairs investigations found inadequate. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Community radio stations in Sacramento provide diverse music, talk radio, and emergency broadcasts, and are supported by donations and federal funds, which have recently been cut. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Community radio stations in Sacramento provide diverse music, talk radio, and emergency broadcasts, and are supported by donations and federal funds, which have recently been cut. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Entrepreneur Danielle Rinderknecht’s Farm 2 Family project fights food insecurity and health disparities by delivering locally sourced produce boxes to Sacramento families. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Entrepreneur Danielle Rinderknecht’s Farm 2 Family project fights food insecurity and health disparities by delivering locally sourced produce boxes to Sacramento families. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Sacramento's homelessness crisis is worsening, with volunteers stepping in to fill the gaps left by government systems. Mutual aid efforts are crucial. Read more using the link in comments.
December 9, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Sacramento's homelessness crisis is worsening, with volunteers stepping in to fill the gaps left by government systems. Mutual aid efforts are crucial. Read more using the link in comments.
Federal judge appears skeptical of Trump’s ongoing command of California National Guard troops - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 9, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Federal judge appears skeptical of Trump’s ongoing command of California National Guard troops - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.
The Greater Sacramento NAACP demands accountability after a Black autistic student at Colfax High endures severe racial and sexual harassment, including a video threat with a firearm. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The Greater Sacramento NAACP demands accountability after a Black autistic student at Colfax High endures severe racial and sexual harassment, including a video threat with a firearm. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Wicked: For Good is a visually stunning and captivating film that, while not quite as good as the original, still manages to entertain with its superb performances and ambitious storytelling. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 8, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Wicked: For Good is a visually stunning and captivating film that, while not quite as good as the original, still manages to entertain with its superb performances and ambitious storytelling. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights) reflects on his accomplishments in 2025, including raising wages for incarcerated firefighters and protecting Black representation, while also discussing the challenges he faced and his goals for 2026. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights) reflects on his accomplishments in 2025, including raising wages for incarcerated firefighters and protecting Black representation, while also discussing the challenges he faced and his goals for 2026. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Sacramento's homelessness crisis is worsening, with volunteers stepping in to fill the gaps left by government systems. Mutual aid efforts are crucial. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Sacramento's homelessness crisis is worsening, with volunteers stepping in to fill the gaps left by government systems. Mutual aid efforts are crucial. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Tamika Smith poses for a portrait in her home in Avondale, Louisiana, on Saturday August 30, 2025. Credit: Camille Farrah Lenain for Word In Black Read more using the link in comments.
December 7, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Tamika Smith poses for a portrait in her home in Avondale, Louisiana, on Saturday August 30, 2025. Credit: Camille Farrah Lenain for Word In Black Read more using the link in comments.
This Week's OBSERVER - Audio Edition (November 30-December 6, 2025) - The Sacramento Observer Read more using the link in comments.
December 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
This Week's OBSERVER - Audio Edition (November 30-December 6, 2025) - The Sacramento Observer Read more using the link in comments.
Sacramento State's head coach Brennan Marion resigns to become Colorado's offensive coordinator, leaving behind a successful season and a disappointed fanbase. Read more using the link in comments.
December 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Sacramento State's head coach Brennan Marion resigns to become Colorado's offensive coordinator, leaving behind a successful season and a disappointed fanbase. Read more using the link in comments.
Tamika Smith poses for a portrait in her home in Avondale, Louisiana, on Saturday August 30, 2025. Credit: Camille Farrah Lenain for Word In Black To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Tamika Smith poses for a portrait in her home in Avondale, Louisiana, on Saturday August 30, 2025. Credit: Camille Farrah Lenain for Word In Black To read the full story click the link in comments.
This Week's OBSERVER - Audio Edition (November 30-December 6, 2025) - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This Week's OBSERVER - Audio Edition (November 30-December 6, 2025) - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.
Sacramento State's head coach Brennan Marion resigns to become Colorado's offensive coordinator, leaving behind a successful season and a disappointed fanbase.
Coach Brennan Marion leaves Sac State for Colorado - The Sacramento Observer
Sacramento State's head coach Brennan Marion resigns to become Colorado's offensive coordinator, leaving behind a successful season and a disappointed fanbase.
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December 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Sacramento State's head coach Brennan Marion resigns to become Colorado's offensive coordinator, leaving behind a successful season and a disappointed fanbase.
The 42nd California International Marathon will take place on Sunday, Dec. 7, with a course that starts near the Folsom Dam and ends at the California State Capitol, temporarily closing several streets in downtown, midtown and East Sacramento. To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 5, 2025 at 11:01 PM
The 42nd California International Marathon will take place on Sunday, Dec. 7, with a course that starts near the Folsom Dam and ends at the California State Capitol, temporarily closing several streets in downtown, midtown and East Sacramento. To read the full story click the link in comments.
Your voice matters. Take our Poll on racial healing and help shape the solutions and conversations ahead.
December 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Your voice matters. Take our Poll on racial healing and help shape the solutions and conversations ahead.
2025 in Review: Seven Questions for Non-Profit Executive Kaci Patterson - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM
2025 in Review: Seven Questions for Non-Profit Executive Kaci Patterson - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.
2025 in Review: Seven Questions for Public Health CEO Sonya Young Aadam - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.
December 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
2025 in Review: Seven Questions for Public Health CEO Sonya Young Aadam - The Sacramento Observer To read the full story click the link in comments.