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Embraced by her teammates, freshman defender Aryana Martinez gets her first goal with the Hornets against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Stepping up due to injuries, Martinez has been vital for the Hornets this season.

Did you hear that? Hornets set off explosion with five-goal blowout

Elisha Chandra, Staffer October 8, 2025
Sitting in the middle of the Big Sky Conference table, the Hornets looked to separate themselves from the rest of the pack against Eastern Washington. The performance from the Hornets in the second half saw five different Hornets put the ball in the back of the net and earn the team all three points.
Many people that oppose Assembly Bill 715 say the new bill could silence discussions on Israel and Palestine, while supporters call it a step against discrimination. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 715 into California law on Tuesday, Oct. 7. (Graphic created in Canva by Andrea Rivera)

California bill that could limit classroom curriculums on sensitive topics signed into law

Andrea Rivera, News Staffer October 7, 2025
California’s controversial education bill, Assembly Bill 715, has been signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom’s, drawing backlash from educators who warn it could censor classrooms on sensitive topics like the Israel-Palestine conflict. Supporters say it strengthens anti-discrimination protections, but the opposing side argues its vague language threatens academic freedom across California K-12 schools.
Adam Piron, the Director of the Indigenous Program at the Sundance Institute (left), Roberto Fatal, director of “En Memoria” (middle) and Quinne Larson, the director of “Field Recording” (right), discuss important topics regarding Indigenous films during the panel Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The audience prompted questions for the panel members, providing the audience with an interactive experience following the film viewing.

Culture in motion: The Sundance Institute brings Indigenous film to Sacramento

Esmeralda Garcia, Podcast Staffer October 7, 2025
The renowned Sundance Institute, a nonprofit that platforms independent filmmakers, visited Sacramento’s Crocker Art Museum Saturday, Sept. 27 as one of the stops on its ongoing Indigenous film tour. Two of the featured directors joined the screening for a follow-up panel discussion.
Victoria Marthaler goes up to attack the ball against Weber State Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The win against the Wildcats was the first of their two conference wins.

Victoria Marthaler’s career night lifts the Hornets over Portland State

Alex Grado, Sports Staffer October 7, 2025
The Hornets improved their Big Sky Conference record to 2-1 behind Victoria Marthaler’s standout performance.
Terra Madre Americas attendees enjoy the indoor market at Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. Inside, people got to browse different vendors giving out samples of food from farmers and chefs.

Flavor and Tradition: Terra Madre Americas celebrates farming food culture

Gabriel Solis and Shawn Chand October 7, 2025
Terra Madre Americas came downtown last weekend to bring Sacramento together to enjoy diverse food cultures. Live cooking from celebrity chefs, new foods to try and artisans selling a variety of crafts and goods kept people entertained.
Sophomore midfielder Vincent Padilla battles for a loose ball at home against CSU Fullerton Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. Sac State’s offensive struggles continued, as they lost the match by a score of 2-1.

Shortcomings in Sacramento: Hornets fall short despite last ditch effort

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer October 6, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer lost in a close match against CSU Fullerton Saturday. The Hornets’ last ditch effort to mount a comeback fell short by a score of 1-2.

Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot

Claire Harrell and Nojixa Anacleto October 6, 2025
Parking at Sacramento State is a tough task. The State Hornet went to gather students’ opinions and tips on the parking situation at hand.
Sophomore midfielder Jaety Mandaquit fends off forward Karli Yoshida-Williams in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Mandaquit has been a vital piece for Sacramento State in midfield, where she sits as an anchor in front of the Hornet defense.

Revenge tastes sour: Sac State falls to the ruthless Vandals in second half

Elisha Chandra, Staffer October 4, 2025
Looking to keep their Big Sky campaign on a high, Sacramento State women’s soccer meets familiar foes Idaho at Hornet Field Thursday. The Vandals’ two second-half goals were enough to get them past the Hornets.
Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, the sponsor of Senate Bill 98, speaks on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Pérez is responsible for sponsoring two of the five bills in the package signed by the governor. (Graphic made in Canva by Aaron Smith)

Gavin Newsom signs bill creating new protections for undocumented students

Aaron Smith, News Staffer October 3, 2025
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 98, which creates new procedures in California’s schools and colleges regarding immigration enforcement.
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.
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