THIS WEEK’S FEATURE STORIES
Sacramento City Unified Superintendent Lisa Allen Announced Resignation Amidst Budget CrisisBy Taylor Johnson
Sacramento City Unified is going through big changes right now. Superintendent Lisa Allen has decided to step down, just as the district is dealing with a serious budget crisis. Dr. Cancy McArn, who has been with the district for nearly 30 years, is taking over as interim superintendent.
Error In Budget Projections Deepens Sacramento City Unified’s Financial CrisisThe New Interim Chief Business Officer Reveals The District Miscalculated Savings For Employee Health BenefitsBy Taylor Johnson
The Sacramento City Unified School District is facing some serious financial trouble. They just found out that their budget shortfall is bigger than they thought, and new cuts are on the way. Superintendent Dave Gordon and the district are working hard to keep things together and avoid a state loan.
Char Adams Brings Hidden History Of Black-Owned Bookstores To LightBy Williamena Kwapo
Char Adams has written a book that dives into the fascinating history of Black bookstores in the U.S., showing how they have been key players in political movements. She recently shared her findings in Sacramento, where she talked with former Mayor Kevin Johnson. The book highlights the important role these bookstores have played in building communities and standing up to oppression.
Sacramento Connection Shines At 57th NAACP Image AwardsBy Special To The Observer
Get ready for the 57th NAACP Image Awards, where Teyana Taylor is a big deal with six nominations. The awards will be a huge celebration of Black talent in film, TV, and music, and you can catch it all live in February 2026. It’s going to be an exciting night, especially with new categories and some fierce competition.
Sacramento Students Walk Out, Rally At Capitol To Protest ICE RaidsBy Robert J. Hansen
More than a thousand students from Sacramento high schools gathered at the California State Capitol, calling for the end of ICE and showing strong support for immigrant families. This student-led protest, filled with powerful chants and signs, shows just how worried and fired up young people are about immigration issues. Even some local leaders like Sacramento City Councilmember Mai Vang and Assemblymember Maggie Krell came out to support the students’ bold stand.
Sacramento Point-in-Time Count Draws 1,000 VolunteersBy Robert J. Hansen
Sacramento just finished its big 2024 Point-in-Time Count, and Mayor Kevin McCarty along with hundreds of volunteers hit the streets to get an idea of how many people are living without homes. They found some encouraging signs but also some tough challenges. With federal funding up in the air, the results couldn’t come at a more important time.
From Undrafted to Unstoppable: Dylan Cardwell’s Joyful Rise in SacramentoBy Mark Haynes
When Dylan Cardwell steps onto the court for the Sacramento Kings, you can feel the energy shift. Fans love his exciting moves and his celebrations that always go viral. His journey from a small town in Georgia to the NBA is full of ups and downs, but his enthusiasm and faith keep him going.
This Week’s OBSERVER – Audio Edition (Feb. 1-7, 2026)
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