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If you missed it, here is the archive recording of The Sacramento Observer’s Election Night Livestream with publisher, Larry Lee. https://lnkd.in/ghKGPjAu

On November 5, 2024, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM PST, The OBSERVER will be live-streaming "Capital City Election Night '24". This event will provide real-time updates and insights from an African American perspective. Hosted by publisher Larry Lee, it will feature on-the-ground reporting, expert analysis, and discussions with local, state, and national political observers as election results are revealed across the city and nation. Reserve your spot now and stay connected with Sacramento on this historic night! Note: Your email invitation will come from "StreamYard"

The latest (non-election) news for you today: Sacramento County's Board of Supervisors approves Watt Safe Stay Center, a $42M facility to aid the homeless with shelter, services, and job training. The center, funded by the American Recovery Plan Act, will serve thousands, reducing per-person costs from $45K annually to $3,600. The county's Black Child Legacy Campaign also reports a drop in infant deaths, highlighting the impact of community-based initiatives. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNkV-3bb

Please join me as I will be the technical producer of this special election night live event. Register Now! https://lnkd.in/ghKGPjAu

News you may have missed: The Sacramento Kings have announced a new partnership with Reviver, an African-American-founded technology company, marking a significant milestone in the NBA. The Reviver logo will be featured on the left front strap of the Kings' jersey, marking the first time an African-American-founded tech company has partnered with an NBA team in such a capacity. Reviver is the creator of the world's first digital license plate, and the partnership aims to help create more opportunities for the Sacramento community and inspire the next generation of creators. The partnership extends beyond basketball, with the digital plates also being promoted and made available for purchase at Sutter Health Park during baseball season. https://lnkd.in/gWPRk-jc

🗳️💰 Court rules it's LEGAL to bet on the presidential election! Get ready to place your bets and keep your eyes on the polls—this race just got a whole lot more interesting! #ElectionBetting #PresidentialRace #GameOn

Tyreek Hill Says He Could Have Handled Traffic Stop Better https://bit.ly/3AZc1kB

Rap megastar Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show - The Sacramento Observer https://bit.ly/3znj1qN

Hey LinkedIn fam! 👋🏾 If you're tuning into the presidential debate on September 10, why not watch it with us — from a Black perspective? Join us for "Debate Night in Black America: A Virtual Conversation," a livestream event by Word In Black that puts our voices at the center. 🖤 This isn’t just political talk — it’s a space created specifically for us, by us, to dive into what matters to the Black community during this critical election season. Hosted by Word In Black’s Liz Courquet-Lesaulnier and joseph williams, we’ll kick off before the debate and stick around after to unpack what we heard (or didn’t hear). Expect real talk, insights, and commentary that speak directly to our experiences. 📅 When: September 10, 2024   🕗 Time: 8:00 p.m. EST / 5:00 p.m. PST   🌐 Where: https://lnkd.in/gf_RpeaB  Whether you’re joining from home or at one of our local watch parties, let’s show up, speak up, and make sure our community’s voice is part of the national conversation. 👉🏾 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gf_RpeaB Let’s break down the issues that impact us — together. See you there! ✊🏾 #DebateNightInBlackAmerica #BlackPerspective #Election2024 #WordInBlack

Senior Staff Writer Genoa Barrow is working on something special and needs YOUR help! She is hosting a series of photoshoots with our photographers and is looking for models—but not any models: seniors. If you know community elders, please share this with them. Participants must RSVP for the photoshoots by using the link below. RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/gNTigD59