Learn about the mold problem in Sacramento's public housing complex, Alder Grove, and the struggles of residents seeking ...

Sacramento State introduces the Guardian Scholars Promise program to support students who have experienced foster care and homelessness.

(WIB) – While the holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, for teenagers struggling with anxiety and depression it can be a very challenging time. The pressure to participate in holiday ...

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Exploring the challenges faced by Black teachers in California schools, including recruitment and retention. The impact of ...

Black teachers in California face challenges in recruiting and retaining, including lack of support and respect. Learn about ...

Overdose deaths at California workplaces have risen dramatically, surpassing falls and accidents. Businesses and unions are ...

Special to The OBSERVER Malcolm Washington, in his feature film debut, directs "The Piano Lesson," an adaptation of August Wilson's play ...

Sacramento City Council unanimously approves racial equity resolution, committing to policies that benefit all residents and address racial inequity.

“The misinformation and rhetoric emboldens other students, teachers, and administrators to view Black LGBTQ+ students as a problem and treat them as such,” Corryn Freeman, executive director of Future ...

Daniel Penny, the former Marine who placed Jordan Neely in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway, was acquitted ...

The Social Justice Learning Institute (SJLI), based in Inglewood, is dedicated to addressing the challenges facing communities of color across Los Angeles County and beyond. With a focus on education, ...