Issue: June 27, 2019
In this week's SN&R, Scott Thomas Anderson reports on poaching of an imperiled deer herd in the Sierra—and the wildlife agents tracking the culprits.
In News, Raheem F. Hosseini and Mozes Zarate explore the bigger picture from the domestic disturbance that resulted in the death of a female Sacramento police officer. We also dig into ID checks at Sacramento bars that are collecting far more personal data than patrons know.
In Arts, Stephanie Rodriguez checks in with some Sacramento bands for hard lessons about touring. In Stage, we have reviews of The Roommate at Capital Stage and Rent at Davis Musical Theatre Company.
In her weekly Garden column, Debbie Arrington has expert advice on how to help your tomatoes survive Sacramento heat waves.
In Voices, a former Elk Grove Unified teacher who is the new president of the California Teachers Association outlines his to-do list, Jeff VonKaenel questions Secretary of State Alex Padilla about the 2020 Census and I talk to some pedicab owners worried about potential new city rules.
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— Foon Rhee
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Hunting poachers
‘Rampant’ poaching in El Dorado County imperils the Pacific Deer Herd.
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Lying in wait
An unpredictable call. A heavily armed suspect. An ambush that leaves police searching for answers after the death of Officer Tara O’Sullivan.
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Sacramento clubs are watching you
Sacramento officials granted PatronScan the exclusive right to conduct an unregulated dragnet of bar customers’ personal information.
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A jury of the public
Newly-released 2017 video shows Rocklin police officer beating DUI suspect.
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Reviving the watchdog
Sacramento County supervisor mocked up contract without sheriff’s input, says a new watchdog could be hired this month.
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Protecting the night shift
Ya Basta Center trained promotoras to protect fellow janitors from sexual assault.
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A roadblock for Sac pedicabs?
City Hall drafts rules to stop pedicabs from hitting pedestrians.
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Letters for June 27, 2019
Video evidence, cemetery, light bulbs.
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We protect public schools
New leader says California teachers are protecting public schools.
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How would a census undercount impact Californians?
Secretary of State Alex Padilla speaks about the citizenship question and the Trump administration’s underfunding of the 2020 census.
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Mermaid Rachel: Co-founder of the California Mermaid Convention
Dive Bar’s head mermaid Rachel Smith and her mythical sea friends stretch their gills, putting on the Golden State’s first mermaid con right here in Sacramento.
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A road warrior’s guide to touring
Pro tips from local musicians who’ve ventured far.
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The next hunt
As Dimple Records plans to close, mom-and-pop shops thrive.
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Review: The Roommate at Capital Stage
Two women share a house together, odd couple shenanigans ensue.
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Review: Rent at Davis Musical Theater Company
The groundbreaking 1994 musical makes its way to Davis.
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Sacramento Punk Rock Flea Market at Cafe Colonial
What’s more punk rock than a flea market for a cause?
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Summer Solstice Film Festival
Summer’s here, so come listen to stories of indigenous people via these films.
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Storing Fruits and Vegetables for Better Taste
Quit storing your fruits and vegetables poorly and learn how to make their flavors work for you.
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Drive-In Movie Night: Back to the Future Part II
Spend one night in the future watching ‘Back to the Future Part II.’
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Preview: OUT at Sacramento Contemporary Dance Theatre
Cap off Pride Month with a performance about coming out and finding community.
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Stay for the Khao Soy
South Sac restaurant features Thai and Laotian.
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A life without bumblebees
Without the help of bumblebees, some of our favorite foods would cease to exist.
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Tart twist
Cowtown Creamery has the scoop on the latest frozen treats to enjoy this summer.
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A neighborhood fave
Flowers Fish Market & Restaurant in the Oak Park neighborhood has been dishing out golden-fried seafood for more than 30 years.
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Fully veganized comfort classics
Vegan chef and fashion model Nkoyo Adakama cooks vegan comforts through her pop-up events.
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Lesser-known pot holidays
Are there any cannabis holidays I should know about besides 4/20?
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Harvest by robot
The automation boom in the cannabis industry reduces trim work by hand and drives down the price.
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