Issue: December 27, 2018
This week, SN&R publishes Project Censored’s annual list of the most under-reported stories of 2018. How many of them you did you already know about?
In News, Scott Thomas Anderson untangles a strange murder case in Placer County that only resulted in an arrest thanks to a string of coincidences. We also have an update on Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg’s latest strategy on homeless shelters.
In Arts, Daniel Barnes and Jim Lane give their picks for the best—and worst—movies of 2018. Mozes Zarate previews bands you can still go see before 2019 starts. Speaking of things to do, for an audio version of the events calendar, click on “Listen to SN&R’s picks” on our website.
In Dish, find out where in Sacramento to get Peruvian home cooking and authentic Salvadoran fare. And in the Cannabis section, we have a look at the highs and lows of California’s first year with legal recreational marijuana.
And in Opinion, my editor’s note is about a holiday treat, and a guest essay is about how local land use intersects with climate change.
As always, thanks for reading. Feel free to click the links below. But don’t forget to pick up a print version of the newspaper for exclusive event picks and other content.
—Foon Rhee
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The fight against fake news
Project Censored’s Top 10 under-reported stories of 2018.
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Five tips from Gov. Brown
How to govern, according to Jerry Brown.
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What the bones say
Arrest in Placer County murder made with luck, determination and a story told through skeletal remains.
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Parks and wreck?
Experts clash over city’s handling of a disputed wetland near a north Sacramento baseball field.
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All districts on deck
Sacramento mayor looks to outflank NIMBYs by drafting entire city into homelessness response.
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Crazy train
State auditor blasts high-speed rail authority, assembly members warn of project ‘collapse.’
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Unchecking the box
American River College hosts free clinic for those looking to clear their criminal records.
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Life isn’t a Hallmark movie
Christmas movies on the Hallmark channel have happy endings, but also remind us of sadder realities.
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Patterns of disruption
Joey advises a reader to listen more closely to her self.
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Urban sprawl is the real problem
To address climate change, elected officials must stand up to land speculators.
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Crystal Newborn: A horse driver from a family of horse drivers
Top Hand Ranch family member Crystal Newborn takes horses on city streets, and if that ain't cool, what is?
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SN&R’s best and worst films of 2018
Our critics award and denounce this year’s standout films.
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Local theater year-in-review
We looked back at the biggest local hits of the stage in 2018.
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Noon Year’s Eve at the Crocker Art Museum
Celebrate the new year on your own time—with a countdown to noon, PST, at the same time the clock strikes midnight in Abu Dhabi.
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Butte Strong Camp Fire Benefit at the Press Club
More music shows this week benefit the victims of the recent Butte County fires, including this show featuring local bands Bastards of Young, the Polyorchids and more.
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Kwanzaa Cookie Contest at the Sojourner Truth Museum
Celebrate Kwanzaa with a cookie decorating contest at the Sojourner Truth Museum.
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One Club Golf Tourney
Golf can seem pretty staid, but not so at this tournament that’s full of whimsical gimmicks.
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Preview: 3 Black Girl Blues at B Street Theatre
Join actress Danielle Mone Truitt at this staged reading of her one-woman show.
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Short review: Halftime
SN&R reviews a new play from B Street Theatre.
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Peruvian comforts
This Peruvian kitchen dishes out a diverse menu that doesn’t skimp on the carbs. Jimmy’s offers authentic fare such as the Aguadito de Pollo, with its mega-salty cilantro chicken broth that’s so robust, it’s no wonder Peruvians consider it a hangover cure.
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Food for thought
If the United States is the melting pot of the world, Sacramento—and its cuisine—is certainly one of its main ingredients.
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A cocktail that comforts
When the weather outside is frightful, warm up with Bottle & Barlow’s Sweater Weather cocktail with cinnamon whiskey, herbal tea leaves and other comforting ingredients.
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Simply green with protein
Who says a healthy green salad can’t be elevated by a generous portion of dense, smoked turkey?
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How to live kindly?
Here’s where to start if you’re thinking about starting the new year by going vegan.
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Great expectations
Barry Jenkins’ latest feature has some nice moments, but it doesn’t surpass the standard he set with 2016 Best Picture Moonlight.
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Mary Poppins Returns
Mary Poppins comes back—and is as flawlessly charming and delightful as ever.
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Welcome to Marwen
Robert Zemeckis strives for excellence, but doesn’t quite achieve the emotional payoff that’s promised.
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Festival of green thumbs
The Emerald Cup just passed, and Ngaio attended. How awesome was it?
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The 12 months of cannabis
A look at the highs—and lows—of California’s first year as a recreational-use state.
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