Sacramento stages give the gift of live theater this December
By Odin Rasco Any opportunity to see a live play is a gift, and it’s a gift that keeps on giving this month. As the…
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California endures whipsaw climate extremes as federal support withers
Data and aid to fight landslides fueled by bigger fires and intense storms are imperiled under Trump By Aaron Cantú, Capital & Main This story…
Researchers at Sacramento gathering explore exercise and health with cannabis
How cannabis research can provide answers to an understudied field By Melina DeBolt Sacramento State’s first Cannabis in Health and Performance Symposium was hosted Friday,…
How we contain our stories in Sacramento — and choose what’s worth saving
How we contain our stories — and choose what’s worth saving By Angie Eng “It’s not worth saving,” I told my parents as I helped…
8 gigs: Sacramento’s December guide for the divas and Grinches on your list
By Steph Rodriguez If you think your holiday to-do list is long, try squeezing all of Sacramento’s December fun into one month. Whether you’re feeling…
Federal court issues injunction blocking Army Corps of Engineers’ removal of American River trees in Sacramento
By Dan Bacher A Sacramento federal judge has issued an injunction blocking the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from cutting down more than 700 trees, including some heritage…
Sacramento’s first veterans mural at VFW Post 67 pays tribute to all service members
By Roberta Alvarado Vietnam veteran David Rasul says, “When you think of veterans, you think of honor, respect, pride, commitment and sacrifice.” They left behind…
Get in the creative spirit with art events, holiday markets this December
By Marie-Elena Schembri Hark! With festive holiday events, local creativity and iconic feminist art on display, opportunities to get into the creative spirit of the…
Didion captured the shine and shadows of the California dream: Her Sacramento meditation ‘Where I Was From’ was the culmination of that gift
“All I read about is death and California.” That was a note I messaged someone, without thinking much about it, when she asked for a book…
‘I’m lost in this country’: Non-Mexicans living undocumented after deportation to Mexico
Cubans and other third-country nationals are dropped off on the streets of Villahermosa where they struggle to survive. By Kate Morrissey, Capital & Main This…
The politics of creative protest: Seasoned artists and emerging voices unite at Sacramento Poetry Center to answer national ‘fall of freedom’ call
By Serena Roberts Fervent snaps, vocal affirmations and applause filled the Sacramento Poetry Center on Friday, Nov. 21 and Saturday, Nov. 22 as an array…
The Neighbourhood is back with a new album
“(((((ultraSOUND)))))” is your next late night drive’s playlist By Jada Portillo After a five-year hiatus, The Neighbourhood has released their fifth studio album titled “(((((ultraSOUND)))))”…
Four Sacramento fighters win championships at ‘Rising Stars’ Muay Thai tournament
Manic Muay Thai action in the Pocket neighborhood came on the heels of Capital Region MMA fighters competing in Reno earlier in November An Elks…
In a Nutshell storyteller Karin Babbitt on using humor to confront generational trauma
By Chris Woodard Before Karin Babbitt ever gets into the craft of comedy or the shape of a story, she begins with identity. “I’m a…
Did officials begin to remove an area fire guardian for no reason? And is the Colby Mountain lookout really finished or not?
SN&R obtains documents contradicting narrative about why the crucial tower is slated to be closed By Ken Magri On Oct. 9, amid California’s ongoing concern…
The Beths leave Sacramento in a wake of ringing pop sounds and crunchy guitar riffs
By Marie-Elena Schembri Sacramento’s Ace of Spades vibrated Wednesday, Nov. 12 with the sounds of sharp, crunchy guitar riffs and bright, perfectly crafted melodies as…
Analysis: A spate of new studies gives the lowdown on California’s sky-high living costs
By Dan Walters for CalMatters We Californians know, or should know, that while living in this state has many positive aspects, we are paying through…