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[Photo] Animania: Speaking with the president of the anime club

Clifton Bullock III and Aaron Lofton
May 12, 2026

Graphic made in Canva

Theatre Rats REDUX: Getting lost in the world of ‘Avatar’

Big, beautiful and many shades of blue

Kristopher Caalim, Nykeriyah Brown, and AJ Tinkess
May 8, 2026

The three hosts, Kristopher Caalim, AJ Tinkess and Nykeriyah Brown, take a look at James Cameron’s legendary sci-fi film and explore how big an impact the “biggest film of all time” truly made.

[Photo] La juventud emprendedora de Sacramento: Cómo dos empresarios están redefiniendo cómo pueden ser los ‘terceros espacios’

Melanie Arechiga and Delaney Joyce
April 30, 2026

Lalo Mata y Leandra Coronado frente a su negocio de un año, Sun House Café, miércoles 25 de febrero 2026. La tienda se especializa en bebidas rotativas únicas e implementa tácticas de marketing vibrantes...

[Photo] From Go-Go to Zo: Sac State ushers in FBS era

Alex Grado, Sports Staffer
April 29, 2026

Junior quarterback Carson Conklin rolls out to throw during Sac State’s annual spring game Saturday, April 25, 2026. Conklin made his return to Sac State after spending last season at Fresno State.

[Photo] Sacramento’s entrepreneurial youth: How two business owners are redefining what ‘third spaces’ can look like

Delaney Joyce, Editor-in-Chief
April 22, 2026

Lalo Mata and Leandra Coronado stand in front of their year-old business, Sun House Café, Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The shop specializes in unique rotating beverages and implements vibrant, community-oriented...

[Photo] Under the Fur: An inside look into Sac State’s furry community

Melina DeBolt, Copy Editor
April 21, 2026

Club Treasurer Jia Beasley draws on the whiteboard during a general club meeting Friday, Feb. 20, 2026. Beasley said becoming the club treasurer has taught her budgeting skills and research skills.

[Photo] Where will Sac State’s star guard transfer to?

Chris D. Johnson and Jack Dann
April 16, 2026

Sophomore guard Mikey Williams entered the transfer portal Thursday, April 16, 2026. Williams was a four-star recruit coming out of high school. (Graphic made in Canva by Chris D. Johnson and Jack Dann)

[Photo] BREAKING: ‘Suspicious’ fire breaks out a mile away from campus

Finneas Brumbaugh, News/DEI Editor
April 14, 2026

Firefighters work to contain a fire that ravaged a vacant building less than a mile away from campus Tuesday, April 24, 2026. There have been no reported injuries or deaths, Sacramento Fire Department...

[Photo] Sac State strikes big, fight back against Weber State to claim series victory

Jaiden Lopez, Sports Staffer
April 8, 2026

ophomore outfielder Saskia Raab slides in to score another run for the Hornets against UC Davis Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Raab is batting a .350 average for the Hornets and is becoming a key batter in the...

[Photo] Hornets battle, but drop Big Sky opener to Northern Colorado

Jaiden Lopez, Sports Staffer
April 6, 2026

Sacramento State softball huddles up after shutting down the UC Davis offense on March 24, 2026. The Hornets lost their opening Big Sky series against Northern Colorado, 2-1.

[Photo] Time to ‘turn the page’: Bluejays walk off Hornets in their rubber match

Tamer Bohatch, Sports Staffer
April 1, 2026

Senior shortstop Jace Jeremiah throws a ball over to first base in Sacramento State’s matchup against UC Berkeley on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The Hornets dropped all three games in the series.

Sacramento community protests war escalation, Trump administration in third ‘No Kings’ rally

Rally was in response to recent political decisions under the Trump administration

Lizeth Tello and AJ Tinkess
March 31, 2026

Thousands of protesters gathered around the California State Capitol during the third nationwide “No Kings” protest on Saturday, March 28.

[Photo] It’s Zo time: Sac State releases their 2026 football schedule

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
March 24, 2026

The Hornets line up against Montana on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. They’ll play their inaugural season as an FBS program in the MAC this upcoming year.

GALLERY: Sac State women’s rowing wins big at Hornet Invitational

Both the varsity eight and second varsity eight finished races victorious in high winds

AJ Tinkess, Visuals Editor
March 21, 2026

The Sacramento State women’s rowing team came out of their second spring season race with a pair of victories for both their varsity eight and second varsity eight.

[Photo] Geaux-Geaux Sacramento: Hornets upset No. 2 Tigers

Tamer Bohatch, Sports Staffer
March 9, 2026

Freshman pitcher Trevor Wilson heaves a pitch against Cal Saturday, February 28, 2026. Wilson started the game as the Hornets would lose all three games against the Golden Bears.

[Photo] Hornets find themselves in the doghouse against the Bulldogs

Tamer Bohatch, Sports Staffer
March 6, 2026

Sophomore pitcher Jackson Halverson throws a pitch against Cal on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. The Hornets struggled to maintain the Bear’s offense in an 8-2 loss.

[Photo] Seniority: Sac State sons Idaho State in blowout win

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
March 4, 2026

Senior forward Shaqir O'Neal against Idaho State Monday, March 2, 2026. His father, voluntary general manager Shaquille O'Neal, was in attendance at the game.

[Photo] A hoot on campus: Fledgling owls are Sac State’s newest animal celebrities

Vanessa Gomez and Adriana Graves Vargas
March 4, 2026

A fledgling great horned owl perched in a tree by Placer Hall Wednesday, Mar. 4, 2026. Fledgling owls can fly on their own but are still dependent on their parents for food

[Photo] Golden Bears bust out the brooms against the Hornets

Tamer Bohatch, Sports Staffer
March 3, 2026

Sam Harry hurls a ball to the cutoff in Sac State’s game against Cal on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The Hornets fell to the Golden Bears by a score of 8-2.

[Photo] Hornets suffer two Big Sky losses in Big Sky Country

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
March 2, 2026

Freshman guard Romari Robinson drives to the hoop against Montana State Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. Robinson got his first ever collegiate start against the Bobcats Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.

[Photo] ‘CSU, pay up’: Teamsters launch a four-day strike against the CSU

Anita Ratna Gautam, News Staffer
February 25, 2026

Strikers gather on J Street to begin their strike Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. Workers showed up to the strike even in the heavy rain and winds.

[Photo] Remembrance: Artists commemorate vibrant African history in ‘Black History Month Exhibition’

Shawn Chand and Maribel Martinez
February 18, 2026

Julia Chigamba of the Chinyakare Ensemble dancing on stage in the University Ballroom Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. The dancers performed choreography using their flowing garments in the routine.

[Photo] Sacramento State officially joins the Mid-American Conference

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
February 16, 2026

President Luke Wood speaks at a press conference on Jan. 8, 2025. One year ago, Wood began discussing the Hornets’ potential to move to FBS, with the move now becoming official as they join the Mid-American...

[Photo] Pavilion ravaged: Hornets lose to the Vikings in a nail-biter

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
February 10, 2026

Sacramento State and Portland State after their verbal altercation Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. There were five technical fouls issued as a result.

[Photo] The Double Dribble:
Sac State’s basketball builds toward Boise

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
February 7, 2026

Senior guard Prophet Johnson fights through midair contact against Weber State Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. The Hornets are 9-1 in the Hornet Pavilion but 0-12 on the road.

[Photo] A dish best served hot: Hornets get revenge against the Wildcats

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
February 5, 2026

Junior guard Jahni Summers possessing the ball against Weber State Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. Summers had a career high in points, assists and steals against the Wildcats.

[Photo] Striking gold: Hornets win second straight over
Treasure State opponents

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
February 1, 2026

Senior guard Prophet Johnson handles the ball against Montana Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Johnson led the Hornets in scoring with 26 points.

[Photo] Upset foretold: Prophet leads Sac State over
Big Sky No. 2 Montana State

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
January 30, 2026

Sophomore guard Mikey Williams attempting an acrobatic layup against Montana State Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. Williams finished the game with 23 points, the second most for the Hornets.

[Photo] Road trip trippin’: Sac State loses two away from home

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
January 26, 2026

Head coach Mike Bibby talking to his team during a break against Northern Arizona Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. The game against the Lumberjacks was Sac State’s first Big Sky win of the year.

[Photo] Hornets claw back from 18-point deficit to defeat the Bears in overtime thriller

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
January 21, 2026

Senior guard Prophet Johnson driving to the basket against Northern Colorado Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. Johnson finished with 30 points, his highest of the season.

[Photo] Losing skid chopped: Sac State ends seven-game logjam against Lumberjacks

Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor
January 16, 2026

Sophomore forward Brandon Gardner attempting a layup Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. Gardner exited the game with a left shoulder injury in the first half.

[Photo] BREAKING: Alonzo Carter hired as Sac State football’s newest head coach

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
December 14, 2025

Herky the Hornet enters the field ahead of Sacramento State’s matchup against Mercyhurst on Sept. 13, 2025. Under former head coach Brennan Marion, the Hornets had a 7-5 record.

[Photo] Start of a new era: Energy up, logistics in question for the Hornet Pavilion

Lou Baudouin and Tamer Bohatch
December 12, 2025

Senior forward and criminal justice major Fatoumata Jaiteh dribbles into the paint against UC Davis, on Monday, Nov. 24. Jaiteh is excited and grateful to be a part of the “start of a new era” of basketball...

[Photo] Portal Watch: Tracking Sac State’s offseason roster roulette

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
December 11, 2025

Sophomore kicker Grant Meadors drills a field goal against Montana Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Meadors converted on 80% of his field goal attempts for the Hornets, missing just two extra points on the season....

[Photo] Hornets fall short in semifinals but shine in final Big Sky Awards

Alex Grado, Staffer
November 29, 2025

The Hornets hold their stingers up after a win against the Montana Grizzlies Oct. 16, 2025. Sac State’s last season in the Big Sky Conference comes to an end with a loss in the semifinal of the Big Sky...

[Photo] Causeway Crumble: Sac State’s offense disappears late

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
November 26, 2025

Head coach Aaron Kallhoff draws up a play in overtime against Davis Monday, Nov. 24, 2025. The Hornets struggled with turnovers throughout, turning the ball over 22 times in the contest.

[Photo] Sac State rides road trip success into Big Sky tournament

Alex Grado, Staffer
November 23, 2025

Senior outside hitter Greta Davis goes up for a kill in a win over the NAU Lumberjacks Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. The Hornets may have to go through the No. 1 Lumberjacks as they make a run for the Big Sky...

[Photo] Hornets look to prevent damage as they face off against the Vandals

Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
November 13, 2025

Senior offensive lineman Aiden Meek lines up on the offensive line as they get ready to create running lanes against Montana on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Meek has been a force to be reckoned with this season,...

[Photo] Hornets split five-set thrillers versus Northern Arizona and Northern Colorado

Alex Grado, Staffer
November 13, 2025

Senior outside hitter Greta Davis goes up for a kill over two NAU defenders Thursday, Nov. 7, 2025. Davis finished the game with five kills.

[Photo] From Idaho to Sac State, Hornet soccer captain leads with heart and hustle

Andrea Rivera, Staffer
November 10, 2025

Senior defender Isabella “Vinny” Vinsonhaler makes a corner kick against Big Sky conference opponents Northern Arizona Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Since she was little, Vinsonhaler has worked to master...

[Photo] No safe harbor: Sac State runs the Vikings aground

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
November 9, 2025

Senior running back Rodney Hammond Jr. breaks loose against Montana, Oct. 24, 2025. Hammond rushed for 191 yards against Portland State Saturday, putting him just 36 yards away from breaking the 1,000...

[Photo] Sac State sets sail for Portland as they face the Vikings

Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
November 7, 2025

Freshman running back Jaquail Smith carries the ball between defenders in a game vs. Montana Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Smith has been emerging in his true freshman season, adding in 375 yards and four touchdowns...

[Photo] Hornets maintain winning streak with smooth cruise through the jungle

Alex Grado, Staffer
November 5, 2025

Senior setter Kate Doorn serves up the perfect delivery for senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer to spike the ball against the Idaho Vandals Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025. The Hornets put the six-game win streak...

[Photo] Elk Season: Sac State blows out Stanton in historic win

Andrew A. Brown, Staffer
November 5, 2025

Sophomore forward Brooklyn Taylor jumps up to the rim with two defenders looking to contest Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. Taylor scored a career best 19 points, leading her team in points against Stanton University.

[Photo] Sac State prepares to attack the red ahead of their matchup against Eastern Washington

Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
October 31, 2025

Junior quarterback Cardell Williams stiffarms a defender, as he reaches for more yards after contact against Montana Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Williams had a big night, eclipsing a new career high in passing...

[Photo] Faith, family and football: Senior running back reflects on legacy

Ava Fitzgerald, Staffer
October 29, 2025

Senior running back Sam Adams II in the endzone after scoring the first touchdown of the game in Sacramento State’s loss to Cal Poly Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. To Adams, the score means more than just...

[Photo] Don’t poke the panda: Explosive Montana offense is too much to bear

Jack Dann, Sports Editor
October 25, 2025

Redshirt freshman Ernest Campbell dashes towards the endzone against Montana, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2025. Campbell had a career night, eclipsing 200 yards and scoring his fifth touchdown of over 50 yards....

[Photo] Shut down and shut out in Santa Barbara: Hornets get corralled by the Gauchos

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer
October 25, 2025

Sophomore forward Eli Reyneveld keeps the pressure on the backline of Cal Poly, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. Sacramento State drew with the Mustangs after scoring an early goal.

[Photo] Pandas or Pandemonium? Hornets handle Montana and Montana State

Alex Grado, Staffer
October 23, 2025

Senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer goes up for a kill against the Montana Grizzlies Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. The Hornets won 3-2.

[Photo] Hornets gallop early and stumble in a draw against the Mustangs

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer
October 17, 2025

Sacramento State men’s soccer players leap to block a free kick against Cal Poly, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. After jumping out to an early lead, the Hornets conceded a goal, and the match resulted in...