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Over 350 people came to Martin L. Boston’s memorial at the Alumni Center Tuesday, Sep. 30, 2025. Boston is survived by his wife Krystal Boston and his children.

Sac State holds memorial for late professor Martin L. Boston

Jada Portillo, Digital/Newsletter Editor October 3, 2025
A memorial was held for the late Professor Martin L. Boston, Sacramento State’s former director of Pan African studies, at the Alumni Center on Tuesday.
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams dances between defenders Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Williams threw three interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown.

A Mustang Stampede: Sac State can’t contain a potent Cal Poly ground game

Jack Dann, Sports Editor September 28, 2025
Sacramento State lost to Cal Poly, 32-24, opening their Big Sky campaign with a loss. The Mustangs overpowered the Hornets on the ground, then held the line in the second half.
CSU Chancellor Mildred García responded to federal claims of systemwide antisemitism and discrimination in an email to the CSU community. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights are investigating the CSU system and its involvement in The PhD Project. (Graphic made in Canva by Logan Chrisp, photo courtesy of Sacramento State.)

BREAKING: CSU system faces federal allegations of antisemitism over hiring processes

Omid Manavirad and Molly Mellon September 26, 2025
CSU Chancellor Mildred García responded to federal claims of systemwide antisemitism and discrimination in an email to the CSU community. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights are investigating the CSU system and its involvement in The PhD Project.
California legislators have rejected and restructured proposed budget cuts for California State Universities from Governor Gavin Newsom Monday, Sept. 22, 2025. In light of this, Sacramento State’s own budget deficit has been reduced, but the university will still be working to compensate for the deficit. (Graphic created in Canva by Omid Manavirad)

Legislature delays $144 million CSU cut, Sac State budget deficit is reduced

Omid Manavirad, News Staffer September 23, 2025
While Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to cut CSU budgets is postponed, Sacramento State’s budget deficit is reduced.
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams punches in one of his two touchdowns in Sac State’s win over Central Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Williams racked up over 300 total yards and three touchdowns for his strongest game as a Hornet.

Go-ing, Go-ing, Gone: Sac State steamrolls Central Arkansas in final nonconference bout

Jack Dann, Sports Editor September 21, 2025
The Go-Go offense finds its stride against Central Arkansas, and Sacramento State football pulls to 2-2 ahead of the Big Sky campaign next week.
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams throws a pass with two defenders in his face for a completion against Mercyhurst Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Williams shined in this game with 176 yards passing and an additional 52 yards on the ground for three total touchdowns.

Running full speed ahead: the Hornets focus next on the Bears

Cynsere Kelly, Sports Staffer September 19, 2025
Sacramento State looks to win back-to-back games as the Central Arkansas Bears come to Hornet Stadium.
President Luke Wood speaking to the crowd assembled in the Redwood Room for the vigil of Charlie Kirk at the Student Union on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. The vigil hosted almost 100 people, some of whom gave speeches in remembrance of Kirk and his impact on the conservative community.

Turning Point USA holds on-campus vigil in remembrance of Charlie Kirk

Jack Dann, Sports Editor September 14, 2025
Members of the Sacramento State community gather in remembrance of Charlie Kirk, the CEO and founder of Turning Point USA.
Sophomore running back Damian Henderson II celebrates in the end zone Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Henderson scored three touchdowns, as Sac State beat Mercyhurst 49-28.

No Mercy: Sac State’s ‘Go-Go’ offense explodes in home opener

Jack Dann, Sports Editor September 14, 2025
Sacramento State football blows out Mercyhurst 49-28 after a high-octane second half.
Political activist and CEO of Turning Point USA Charlie Kirk was fatally shot Sep. 10, 2025. The shooting occurred at Utah Valley University during a campus event held by Turning Point USA. (Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore via Flickr, graphic created in Canva by Jada Portillo)

BREAKING: Charlie Kirk, CEO and founder of Turning Point USA, fatally shot at Utah Valley University

Jada Portillo and Finneas Brumbaugh September 10, 2025
CEO and founder of Turning Point USA Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during an event hosted by his organization at Utah Valley University.
Asher Franco-Carreño walks by Lassen Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 9. Carreño works as an orientation leader and says that the University Union’s Ballroom was packed with incoming students.

Too many students, not enough classes: Sac State students struggle amid high enrollment

Finneas Brumbaugh, News Editor September 10, 2025
Amid budget cuts, slashed class sections and high enrollment rates, Sac State students struggle to get the classes they need.
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