Issue: December 10, 2015
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The cover story this week: No safe haven. When it comes to undocumented
immigrants, Davis is for 'dreamers' but Sacramento is for deportations.
Sasha Abramsky investigates.
Elsewhere in the issue: Raheem F. Hosseini analyzes Sacramento's firearm
death rates for the year, Nick Miller previews upcoming changes in the
city's medical-marijuana cultivation laws, Becky Grunewald goes behind
the scenes with African-American theater company Celebration Arts,
Garrett McCord samples dangerously spicy Indian chaat and more.
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No safe haven: Sacramento’s troubled relationship with undocumented immigrants
Davis is for ‘dreamers'—but Sacramento is for deportations.
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Gun violence claimed 62 lives in Sacramento County this year
In the era of the mass shooter, Sacramento's everyday homicides struggle for relevance.
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Sacramento to allow more medical marijuana grows
City working against clock to implement new cultivation laws before state deadline.
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Couple convicted for resisting arrest for a crime they didn’t commit
SWAT team came looking for guns, found disgruntled water customer.
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MLS commissioner bullish on Sacramento's chances for a major league soccer franchise
Railyard stadium development part of putting best foot forward.
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Sacramento County's detox needs are growing
Substance abuse linked to child neglect and higher HIV rates.
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Sacramentans kind of suck at supporting the local arts
Sacramentans rich and poor kind of suck at supporting the local arts scene.
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Letters for December 10, 2015
Readers express thoughts on domestic terrorism and local bicycle enthusiasts.
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No license to shame
Joey advises readers on insecure moms and mixed-up dating signals.
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Antuan Jackson, the Worm Whisperer
He's not a worm psychic, but he's good enough with them to maybe convince you otherwise.
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End the end-around on gun control
It’s time to end easy access to assault rifles.
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Celebration Arts' spirit call
How James Wheatley's theater company fosters creativity to forge a community.
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Review: Striking 12: The Groove Lily Musical
SN&R reviews Green Valley Theatre Co.'s production of Striking 12: The Groove Lily Musical.
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Review: Cinderella
SN&R reviews Sacramento Theatre Company's production of Cinderella.
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Miracle on 34th Street
SN&R reviews Woodland Opera House's production of Miracle on 34th Street.
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Extra nuts
Enjoy two helpings of The Nutcracker this season—one with extra nuts.
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Have yourself an outré little holiday
Shake it up this holiday season with some out-of-the-box events ranging from The Nutty Nutcracker to a baking class for healthy(ish) holiday treats.
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Handle With Care
SN&R reviews B Street Theatre's production of Handle With Care.
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Artmap 2015
Get your Second Saturday art walk on with this handy map.
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Building a painting mystery
Eric Jensen's paintings are at Artspace1616 through January 3, 2016.
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The triple don’t-miss threat
Axis Gallery's invitational show features three California-based artists who know how to please the eyes, challenge the intellect and drum up emotion.
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Throw no shade
Sacramento's Kevin Ptak shows his sculptures at Shimo Center for the Arts through December 19.
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Ignore the chef’s warning
Chaat of India acquaints diners with its take on the classic savory snack foods.
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Wine and dine
TableVine replaces Bistro Michel, Hawks Restaurant opens a gastropub and the latest bar from the Shady Lady guys is here.
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A kitchen must
Preservation & Co.'s bloody mary mix is a must for any home bar—and kitchen.
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Greasy, meaty bites
Lumpia is lumpia, and you can get it at Gina's Filipino Kape.
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Eat with the animals
Pair your food truck grub with a stroll around the festively decorated Folsom zoo.
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With the grain
That delicious sushi roll was probably made with California-grown rice.
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The gift of soul and sweet pits
Giving Bryant Terry's Vegan Soul Kitchen or Schmidt's Deodorant to a gift recipient this holiday season can create a win-win situation.
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For the Dustbowl Revival, everything new is old again
The Los Angeles eight-piece band time-travels and genre-hops.
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Eight Gigs: Rock for Tots
Rock for Tots celebrates its 11th season with Fudi, Lonely Kings and more.
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Eight Gigs: Tommy Castro and the Painkillers
Veteran blues rocker Tommy Castro comes through town in the wake of his latest album release, Method to My Madness.
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Eight Gigs: Would-Be Train Robbers
Would-Be Train Robbers evokes ‘70s-era glam rock and celebrate the release of their debut EP.
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Eight Gigs: American Bach Soloists
‘Tis the season to enjoy some Bach.
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Eight Gigs: Nick's Quality Holiday Revue
Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets team up for a night of garage-rock covers of holiday classics.
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Eight Gigs: L.A. Witch
Los Angeles buzz band L.A. Witch bring ghostly surf rock to Sacramento.
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Eight Gigs: Hunter & the Dirty Jacks
Los Angeles retro-glam rockers Hunter & the Dirty Jacks stop over in Sacramento.
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Eight Gigs: Suga Free
The parade of California rap legacies continues with Pomona and Vallejo's finest.
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Experimental vibes and heavy metal Xmas
DoofyDoo debuts a new record and art exhibit; Trans-Siberian Orchestra stops by to drop heavy metal holiday tunes on Sacramento.
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Holiday shopping, 420-style
Ngaio gives you some pointers on satisfying the stoners in your life this holiday season.
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