Issue: September 21, 2017
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Meaning from tragedy: Attacks on Sacramento law enforcement rekindle questions about officer safety, sentencing reform
One deputy killed and five officers (including a police K9) wounded in separate confrontations with suspects.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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State of hypocrisy: California challenges Trump on methane while quietly buying natural gas from polluting states
Efforts to stop in-state methane leaks represent 2 percent of California’s natural gas footprint.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Origins of an organizer: The new face of Sacramento ACT learned lessons the hard way
Racial profiling experiences will inform Ryan McClinton’s work at faith-based social justice collective.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Tree pain: Older elms and pines slated to be chopped on R Street—again
Tree preservation ordinance allowed Sacramento council member to call for removal.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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The best Best of Sacramento
This is the original Best of Sacramento. And it is the best. Here's why.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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You used to call me
A man likes to call looking for dates until he gets a “yes” from another woman. Time for her to stop calling back?
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Erika Englund, divorce mediator
Erika Englund helps couples through healthy separations while preparing for her video series on the very same topic.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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From the ground up
B Street Theatre readies for its 2017-18 season—and big changes.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Sacramento Film and Music Festival
Hours of national, international and local shorts, features, documentaries, filmmaker Q&As and more, all just waiting for you to plunk your butt down and take it all in.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Farm-to-Fork Festival
A fest celebrating how easy it is to get just about anything fresh in Sacramento.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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What in the funk is happening here?
Our People talk pop, funk and the transgression of genre.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Un-humble home
This story is one perhaps only a child of Hollywood aristocracy would think ordinary people could identify with.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Tulip Fever
Everything just sits there like a tableful of delicious ingredients waiting for a master chef who never shows up.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Safe … for now
We’ve got three months to shore up protections for dispensaries acting legally under state law.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Go Low and Slow
New state limits on recreational edibles aim to prevent overdoses.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best of Sacramento 2017
It’s once again time to celebrate all things Sacramento, old and new.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best coffee shop that doesn’t (quite) exist yet
Camellia Coffee Roasters hasn’t opened yet, but its new cafe promises excellence.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best meat and gravy heaven
Bud’s Buffett has limited hours but lots and lots of meat.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best way to observe Meatless Mondays
Give up meat with Gabe Aiello at Old Ironsides’ Meatless Mondays event.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Writers’ picks: Food & Drink
SN&R writers dish on their favorite places to chow down and indulge.
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Readers’ picks: Food & Drink
Readers vote in their favorite dining choices.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best ballet masters taking a bow
After 30 years at the Sacramento Ballet, Ron Cunningham and Carinne Binda will stage their final season.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best bovine street sign
Ruofs Ruland puts the “cow” in cowtown.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Writers’ picks: Arts & Entertainment
SN&R writers share their favorite artists, venues, cats and malcontents.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Readers’ picks: Arts & Entertainment
SN&R readers go wild for their favorite entertainment venues.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best new gift shop to be yourself in—without judgment
Strapping Fit’s clever trinkets and gender-neutral clothing are no joke.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best place for VHS nerds
Visit Sacramento’s last videotape heaven.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Writers’ picks: Shopping & Services
SN&R writers reveal their places to browse, shop and learn.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Readers’ picks: Shopping & Services
SN&R readers pick the best places to decorate their homes and selves.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best spot to carve with the pros
The 28th and B Street Skate Park is training a new generation of boarders.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Best garage bike party
The Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen takes a DIY approach to getting cyclists two-wheels good.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Writers’ picks: Sports & Recreation
SN&R’s writers share their favorite places to get fit, get entertained and get lost.
This article was published on 09.21.17
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Readers’ picks: Sports & Recreation
SN&R readers vote for the best places to get pumped and see some nature.
This article was published on 09.21.17