Issue: June 06, 2019
In this week's SN&R cover story, Ken Magri tracks consolidation in the legal cannabis industry and asks the big question: Will Big Cannabis overrun California?
In News, Raheem F. Hosseini details a messy breakup at Black Lives Matter Sacramento and also explains the impact of a likely new law on police use of force.
In Arts, we have stories about a new Sacramento Pride arts installation and an old comedian, Bobcat Goldthwait, plus a review of Mountain Top at Celebration Arts and a preview of a one-night-only performance of Ranked at the Crest Theatre.
In her weekly Garden column, Debbie Arrington digs into the dispute over Sacramento Historic City Cemetery imposing new rules on volunteers, who call it a gag order.
I n Voices, two graduating seniors at Sacramento Waldorf School write about confidence and Jeff vonKaenel offers some life lessons for new graduates. And I look into Sutter Health's big tax break on the eve of a major hearing in an antitrust case facing the hospital giant.
As always, thanks for reading. To read the full stories, click the links below. But don't forget to pick up a print copy of SN&R for exclusive event picks and other content.
— Foon Rhee
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Could ‘Big Cannabis’ overrun California?
California’s cannabis industry is consolidating, but ‘Big Cannabis’ isn’t here quite yet.
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The fight for Black Lives Matter
With its founder rejecting calls to step down, where does the Sacramento chapter of Black Lives Matter go from here?
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Second-guessed amendments
Law enforcement reform groups debate whether, after changes to California Act to Save Lives, it will do what it promises.
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Why don’t California’s renters pack more political punch?
Why don’t California’s renters pack more political punch?
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Disaster politics
Newsom protests politics on climate issue during emergency preparedness summit.
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Students could ride free
Sacramemento Regional Transit considers letting K-12 students get to school on its dime.
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Sutter Health’s big tax break
The hospital giant’s property tax exemption isn’t in immediate danger in antitrust lawsuit.
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Letters for June 6, 2019
College essays, rent control, city budget.
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Building confidence
To change the world, teens must build confidence.
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Graduation Day
A Fuller Brush salesperson learns that money won’t buy you love or happiness.
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Jorge A. Santana: comic book author and retired professor
Jorge A. Santana has been spending the last five years of his retirement producing an environmentally conscious comic book.
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Out on the town
Rapper Lizzo headlines SacPride 2019, which also unveils a new art installation and honors the 50th anniversary of Stonewall.
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Analyzing a Bobcat
The stand-up comedian turned director turned stand-up comedian returns to the stage with pal Dana Gould.
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A grief remembered
Jamaica Cole’s memoir explores memory, loss and the death of her brother, musician Broughty Cole.
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Preview: Ranked at the Crest Theatre
A Granite Bay musical graduates high school and heads to the Crest Theatre.
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Review: The Mountaintop at Celebration Arts
A fictional reimagining of Dr. King’s last night on earth explores his human side.
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Sacramento Pride 2019 hosted by the Sacramento LGBT Community Center
Celebrate Sacramento Pride 2019 while commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots.
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WakamatsuFest150 at Wakamatsu Farm
It’s the 150th anniversary of Wakamatsu Farm—celebrate the history of the historic colony.
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Sacramento World Refugee Day at Papa Murphy’s Park
Catch this day of sports, food, fashion and supportive refugee communities.
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World Wide Knit in Public Day at Crocker Art Museum
Don’t hide your knitting; proudly display your passion for making clothing.
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Stream Multiple Maniacs
John Waters’ second feature film is available on multiple streaming platforms.
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Preview: Shrek the Musical at Music Circus
Broadway Sacramento’s summer season is finally here, and so is a certain green-colored swamp dweller.
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Sweet ’n’ spicy
Gaspachos on Franklin Boulevard serves fresh, ice-cold fruit cups topped with lime juice, chile and a light sprinkle of queso fresco.
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Boozy brain freeze
In anticipation of the summer heat, SN&R searches for a few good frozen adult beverages.
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Citrus sipper
Sip on Burly Beverages’ Old-Fashioned Orange Soda for a delightful, effervescent sweet treat.
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Tenderly delicious
The Beef Roll at Yang’s Noodles in South Sac hits a variety of flavors and textures.
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Vegan after dark
When post-bar hunger strikes, where are the good vegan options?
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Weed’s winning streak
Is weed still winning on a national level?
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Expunging cannabis convictions
Thousands in Sacramento are eligible to reduce marijuana-related charges, but the DA’s office is unable to notify them.
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