Issue: December 06, 2018
This week's issue of SN&R is headlined by an important exclusive by news editor Raheem F. Hosseini, who reviewed 70-plus hours of video released by the Sacramento Police Department and reached seven key conclusions about what the footage shows.
In News, Scott Thomas Anderson writes about the Sacramento Tenants Union, which is bringing the fight against greedy landlords to suburbs and unincorporated areas outside the city of Sacramento. And Howard Hardee points to research showing that because of climate change, more land in California is emitting carbon dioxide instead of absorbing it.
In Arts, Aaron Carnes gives us an advance look at Sacramento is Burning, a new photographic magazine on the city's punk music scene, and the man behind it, Cam Evans. In Music, managing editor Mozes Zarate tells us about a post-punk band called Pylon Reenactment Society that is a reboot of Pylon, which opened for U2 back in the day. For theater buffs and Jane Austen fans, we have a review of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley at Capital Stage. In Drink, find out everything you need to know about Pisco sours, a Peruvian cocktail.
Finally, there's an invitation from me to submit essays, plus a call to action for Democrats from Jeff vonKaenel, SN&R's president and CEO.
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, columns and cartoons.
— Foon Rhee
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Seven deadly lessons
Here’s what 70 hours of body-cam footage taught us about policing in Sacramento.
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Beyond the borders
Housing advocates get active amid eviction crisis in suburbs of Sacramento County.
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Inmate until proven guilty
As bail reform faces uncertain future in California, innocent people spend more than a month in Sacramento’s jail.
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On the ground, in the air
Why unlocking the potential of California’s varied landscapes is critical for the state’s climate goals.
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Death in the open
Annual homeless memorial service follows a stark report.
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Dueling realities
Analysts, victims advocates advance vastly different narratives on California’s justice reforms.
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We want your voices
In Sacramento, more people should have a say.
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Letters for December 6, 2018
Readers sound off on for-profit local media, Citrus Heights politics, the Delta and dating habits.
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In sickness and in trust
Joey advises a reader to be understanding of her boyfriend’s health secrets.
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Dazell Mallory: Sight restored after ten years of blindness
Dazell Mallory’s eyesight deteriorated nearly entirely in his 30s, but thanks to a surgery, he can see better than ever.
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Rockin’ the cam
DIY mag Sacramento is Burning captures a raucous renaissance in the city’s punk scene.
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Preview: The Nutcracker at The Sacramento Ballet
The Sacramento Ballet is kicking its yearly Nutcracker production up a notch with new creative direction.
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Review: Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley at Capital Stage
This replay of last year’s new holiday classic does just what should: revel in the wonderful, familiar moments.
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Electric Christmas at Golden 1 Center
Alt 94.7 brings you the very best in alternative music, with Matt & Kim, 30 Seconds to Mars and more.
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Breakfast with Santa at the West Sacramento Community Center
Break that daily fast with the king of Christmas, Santa Claus, and the king of breakfast, pancakes.
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Style with a Purpose
Local stylists bring their immutable senses of fashion to the thrift store at this interactive event.
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100 Under $100 Art Reception
One hundred local artists are selling works of art that cost less than $100.
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Cooking With Coffee at Community Learning Center & Cooking School
Get some much needed caffeine into your food instead of just drinking it all the time.
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Preview: Theatre of Lights in Old Sacramento
Take to the streets of Old Sacramento for a take on the holiday season with a few characters you might just recognize—does Santa ring any bells?
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Short review: Visitors
SN&R reviews a new play from Big Idea Theatre.
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Short review: Meet Me in St. Louis
SN&R reviews a new play from Woodland Opera House.
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Of dumplings and disappointment
South Sacramento is home to many dumpling hot spots, but our dining critic says Hao Bao Dumpling House is not one of them.
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That pisco punch
A potent Peruvian brandy, pisco is enjoyed in mini cocktail form and is often mixed with lime juice, fruit puree or simple syrup for a knockout adult beverage.
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Make it dirty
Forgo the overly sweet coffee drinks of yore and instead warm up with Broadway Coffee’s comforting Vanilla Chai Latte.
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Burrito baby
La Garnacha’s pickup window divvies out its gargantuan breakfast burrito any time of day.
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Vegan burger kings
The all-vegan Burger Patch is coming to Midtown in 2019, and in the meantime, burger mongers can order its plant-based burgers and brats at the Golden 1 Center.
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Historical post-punk
Pylon Reenactment Society keep the fun-first art-pop band alive.
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Driving Mr. Dan
Based on a true story, this road trip movie is largely fueled by Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali’s onscreen chemistry.
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At Eternity’s Gate
Julian Schnabel tries a different take on the Van Gogh’s life, but it’s not vibrant enough to stand apart from its predecessors.
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Boy Erased
Despite questionable storytelling choices, Lucas Hedges gives a moving lead performance in this drama about gay conversion therapy.
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Korean kush
South Korea recently became the first East Asian country to legalize cannabis. But should you wait to travel there?
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Nectar of the gods
An award-winning cannabis manufacturing company launched a new series of vape cartridges named after the planets of our solar system.
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