Sacramento Observer
SAN FRANCISCO — Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today filed a civil lawsuit against Phillips 66 and ConocoPhillips for allegedly violating state law by failing to properly inspect and maintain underground tanks used to store gasoline for retail sale at more than 560 gas stations in California. “The state’s hazardous waste laws help protect our [...]
SACRAMENTO – The Sacramento Branch NAACP is asking for support to keep providing much-needed services and programs to the community. Local president Tyrone Netters says the non-profit organization is as relevant as ever and points to its power to make things happen. “The national and local NAACP chapters played a vital role in this year’s [...]
SACRAMENTO – The life and legacy of civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be remembered at the 14th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Dinner on Saturday, January 12, 2013. The event is set to run from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the Sacramento Convention Center. Join Congresswoman Doris Matsui, Co-chairs Dorothy and Jerry [...]
SACRAMENTO – Twin Rivers Unified School District (TRUSD) parents, community members, students and employees are invited to participate in four community forums as the search for a new superintendent moves forward. The community forums are designed to get input about the kind of leadership qualities the TRUSD community would like to see in the next [...]
SACRAMENTO – Sacramento area sports fans have spoken as the first class of inductees have been announced for the inaugural Sacramento Sports Hall of Fame. Fan voting took place via the internet at www.sacsportshof.com between November 20th – December 20th. Fans were allowed to vote only once from their computer and cast their ballot for [...]
SACRAMENTO – Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today announced 2,000 firearms were seized from individuals legally barred from possessing them, including persons determined to be mentally unstable and those with active restraining orders. “California has clear laws determining who can possess firearms based on their threat to public safety,” said Attorney General Harris. “Enforcing those [...]
ATLANTA – The NAACP hosted its 14th annual National Religious Leaders Summit in Atlanta last week to help move the faith community back to its long-held leadership role in matters of social justice. Faith leaders committed to working with the NAACP to address the HIV/AIDS crisis and other important issues. “The NAACP is committed to [...]
OAK PARK – Mellody Hobson, a nationally recognized voice on financial literacy and investor education, will have a special speaking engagement at the Guild Theater in Oak Park on Dec. 17. Hobson’s special arrival is free, however, seating is limited. The program will began at 6:00 p.m. Ms. Hobson is one of the most powerful [...]
WASHINGTON – Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman Emanuel Cleaver, II released the following statement congratulating CBC Members who will serve in key congressional leadership positions during the 113th Congress: “I am proud that CBC Members will continue to advocate for the interests of their constituents, African Americans and vulnerable communities as they serve in congressional [...]
SACRAMENTO – Christmas morning will be filled with holiday cheer for formerly homeless women and their children, thanks to Sacramento-area residents who are donating to Women’s Empowerment’s annual Holiday Stocking Drive. The group is seeking stockings and specific fillers for infants and toddlers, children, teens and adult women. For the list of items needed, visit [...]
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