For readers in Sacramento, this page covers heritage celebrations, social shifts, arts institutions, community events and pop culture phenomena. Reporting focuses on the social forces that shape how the city sees itself.
The third annual parade, organized by the California Legislative Native American Caucus, showcases Indigenous cultures from across the state.
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Should your city fund public cultural parades like Sacramento's Native American parade?
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Should colleges be allowed to offer programs designed for specific racial groups?
The program, now in its third year, offers Black studies courses and is open to students of all racial backgrounds.
The Department of Justice recognized four local employees for their exceptional performance at the 2026 Director's Awards.
Faculty and staff shared personal experiences during a panel discussion held at the Unite Center on October 12.
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Should universities prioritize hiring more faculty and staff that represent the diversity of their student body?
The university is now recognized as an Intentionally Thriving Institution for its support of Latino student success.
Sacramento State football will debut uniforms honoring Native American heritage in a home game against Toledo.
Coverage takes in public arts programming, heritage festivals, social trends and the influence of local institutions. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal celebrations and longstanding traditions often reveal how the population's demographics have evolved over time. Generational shifts in perspective remain the most common driver of cultural reporting in the region.
