New California laws bring changes for students, including cellphone restrictions, simplified college admissions, and gender-neutral bathrooms.

On the night of December 31, 1862, African Americans of all social classes gathered in secret to observe Watch Night, a religious tradition of collective reflection and anticipation of the ...

Winter can be harsh on melanin-rich skin, but with the right budget-friendly skincare routine, it's possible to protect the skin barrier, maintain a glow, and address dark spots without breaking the ...

The USPS has changed the way postmarks are applied, now reflecting the date the mail is first processed at an automated sorting facility, which can occur days after the item is mailed, potentially ...

Students of color and English learners are disproportionately identified for special education services, with Black students being three times more likely to be suspended or expelled than their white ...

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has joined the small group of Black American billionaires, having built her wealth through entertainment, business control, and ownership, joining her husband Jay-Z, Rihanna, ...

Americans across the US are facing higher electric and natural gas bills due to aging infrastructure, extreme weather events, increased energy demand, and higher natural gas costs, with total added ...

Sacramento’s 27th annual Kwanzaa celebration at the state Capitol highlights the holiday’s role in cultural reclamation and healing.

The American Battle Monuments Commission removed two panels honoring Black soldiers from the visitors center at the ...

Black pop culture in 2025 was characterized by ownership, authenticity, and a refusal to dilute, with Black creators tightening control over narrative, ownership, and meaning across music, television, ...

Starting Thursday, five states will enact waivers prohibiting the purchase of certain foods through the Supplemental ...

As Sacramento enters 2026, its African American community will face a year of transitions, political stakes, institutional strain, and the ongoing work of preserving culture and opportunity, with two ...