Bidding farewell to a hometown newspaper editor
Restaurant pathfinder Jerry Budrick realized a later life dream of becoming a one-of-a-kind journalist in the foothills. Now, that community mourns his passing. What is…
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Winnemem Wintu Tribe keeps its culture of conservation strong through release of winter Chinook salmon eggs into the McCloud River
Tribe sees the survival of its heritage tied to plight of endangered fish By Dan Bacher For eight decades, winter-run Chinook salmon were absent from…
Kaiser mental health workers signal open-ended strike in Northern California
By Jocelyn Wiener for CalMatters A union representing 2,000 Kaiser Northern California mental health workers this morning announced plans for an open-ended strike beginning Aug….
Sacramento’s biggest free garden party, Harvest Day, returns in person
Local master gardeners host huge gathering dedicated to gardening knowhow Ever see a pawpaw? What about an atemoya or a pluerry? Those are just a…
Analysis: ‘We Own This City’ is the series that both sides of the police reform debate should be talking about
A real story of deep-rooted corruption, questionable incentives and the work of oversight investigators details how problems grow and are confronted in troubled departments …
Sacramento’s James Haggin finally gets his Hall of Fame due
Local tycoon made Rancho del Paso a racing powerhouse His familiar name is on landmarks throughout the region. Streets, parks, even whole neighborhoods pay tribute…
Young Gifted and Black exhibition at U.C. Davis reassess narratives around an American experience
Newly opened show will run between now and mid-December as a way of ‘reaching through History’ By Casey Rafter Passing through the Jan Shrem and…
A wine country filmmaker looked and found Roundup, the weedkiller tied to cancer, ‘everywhere’
Brian Lilla’s Children of the Vine examines the herbicide’s legacy on the state’s famous wine trails. By Evelyn Nieves, Capital & Main This story is produced by…
Sacramento city manager discusses why the city now seeks community input when selecting the police or fire chief, while activists call for more transparency
By Stephen Maganini, the Sacramento Observer This story is co-published with The Sacramento Observer, a newspaper with more than 58 years of bringing public service journalism…
Cornerstone of the future? Sacramento orgs and agencies team up for a new experimental housing model
Nonprofits work with SMUD for large, affordable and sustainable housing project in the south city By Ken Magri In an effort to accommodate 400 local…
What does Bill Hall think about his new role at SEIU Local 1000? Quite a bit.
Hear from Bill Hall, the newly selected president of the SEIU 1000, on his role with the union and its future.
A journalist’s view: There is no ‘other side’ to the Big Lie
By Frank X. Mullen Journalists have always been loath to use the words “lie” or “liar” in a news story, and reporters are generally obligated…
A local writer remembers ‘Relumbra Blanco,’ or travels through Baja, Mexico
By Mark Heckey The year 1974 was a watershed time in my life. I turned 22, graduated from college and broke up with my girlfriend….
Trombone Shorty’s upcoming show ushers in the fierce final push for a summer of live music around Sacramento
Grass Valley’s Center for the Arts, Placerville’s Green Room Social Club and Sacramento’s Concerts In the Park and Sofia Theatre all end the heatwave strong…
In the face of federal inaction, local governments tackle labor issues
The L.A. City Council’s recent approval of a hotel worker protection measure is part of a growing trend. By Mark Kreidler, Capital & Main This…
Graffiti for Good Wall Art Competition
Vote in Round 8! The Graffiti For Good Wall Art Competition is the eighth round in a series of nine that happen on the first Saturday…
Editorial: The Gumbo of a community’s heart – can a dog’s quest for love beat a reminder of hate?
He has a mile-wide dog smile and constant urge to play or cuddle. His name is Gumbo, and he’s a spunky bully breed-mix who is…