Making history
Thoughts after the election—and what its wake-up call can mean for America.
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Chef Matt Masera leaves Saddle Rock for Hook & Ladder
Things aren’t going too well over at Saddle Rock. The newest restaurant in Chris Jarosz’s Broderick empire had a last-minute shuffle just before opening, subbing…
Sakamoto takes over Tamaya space in Midtown
After nearly a year, a restaurant has finally opened in the former Tamaya Sushi Bar & Grill space: Sakamoto (2131 J Street). Tamaya lost its…
Vexed by the ex
We all come with other people’s baggage. Joey has some tips for how to overcome it.
Amazon is coming
This means a $200 million boost to the local economy.
Sacramento Metro Chamber names Mayor Kevin Johnson “Sacramentan of the Year”
Here’s a bit of news buried amid today’s election mania: The Sacramento Metro Chamber just announced its named Mayor Kevin Johnson “Sacramentan of the Year”….
Now open: Devil May Care Ice Cream & Frozen Treats
Sacramento has a new ice cream destination. Devil May Care Ice Cream & Frozen Treats softly opened over the weekend at 332 Third Street in…
Pie-guy pretrial ends with claims of K.J. whiplash, judge’s Abbott and Costello musings (yeah, it was weird)
By Scott Thomas Anderson A Sacramento Superior Court judge today upheld a felony assault charge against Sean Thompson–a military veteran and homeless activist who creamed…
Rush Coffee opens in the State Capitol
Folks visiting or working at the State Capitol no longer have to exit the building to get their caffeine fix. Rush Coffee opened today, occupying…
Shadowboxing
Joey takes a break from answering questions to confront the shadows in all of us.
The legal system is rigged
Meritless lawsuits can be used to intimidate.
Chance the Rapper brings his Magnificent Coloring World Tour to UC Davis
When 2 Chainz’s “I’m Different” comes on, I start to freak out a little. I’m at the ARC Pavilion, typically home to UC Davis basketball…
Journey to the Dumpling brings xiao long bao to Elk Grove
The promise of pristine xiao long bao—also known as XLB or Shanghai soup dumplings—draws massive waits at Din Tai Fung, the famous Taiwanese dumpling restaurant…
Hangtown Music Festival delivers costumes and musical collaborations
Angelo Moore with Karl Denson // Paul Piazza By Paul Piazza The day after Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe performed an epic tribute to Prince’s Dirty…
The Jungle Bird opens with tiki flair and Hawaiian eats
The Jungle Bird opened last night to much fanfare. By 5 p.m., the place was already swarmed with folks trying to beat the rush as…
Jail state: Juvenile justice overhaul rallies Sacramento faith community behind Prop. 57
When she was 12, Jamie Savoy let out a cry for help that she says no one answered. Facing abuse from an older adult, Savoy…
Jimboy's Tacos unveils new look and menu
Jimboy’s Tacos celebrated the grand opening of its latest location in Woodland last night. Though the spot at 2021 Bronze Star Drive had been operating…