Section: Local Stories
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First, do no political harm
Elk Grove physician squandered Democratic goodwill by ignoring his base.
This article was published on 05.19.16
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Primary dollars: It’s David vs. Goliath vs. Ant-Man in the battle to be Sacramento’s next mayor
Follow the dollar trail with our breakdown of each candidate’s most spendy supporters.
This article was published on 05.19.16
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SN&R’s 2016 election preview!
Bad choices, ballot measures and all the big, big money.
This article was published on 05.19.16
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On restroom access, California is a Grand Old Party pooper
Gender-neutral restroom legislation marks direct contrast to North Carolina law.
This article was published on 05.19.16
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Boxed in: ‘Ban-the-box’ ordinance could check off a roadblock to hiring for convicted felons
A new city ordinance aims to make it easier for convicted felons to get jobs—but critics say it lacks bite.
This article was published on 05.19.16
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A push to fix Sacramento’s blurred political lines
A proposed independent redistricting commission would create new city map boundaries—but can it withstand political meddling?
This article was published on 05.19.16
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A lawyer’s negative Breathalyzer reading leads to lawsuit against the city of Citrus Heights
A Sacramento attorney passed two sobriety tests, but still ended up in jail. Now he’s suing Sacramento County and the city of Citrus Heights.
This article was published on 05.19.16
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Sacramento to add 4,500 parking meter sensors around city
Sensors will introduce tiered-pricing model based on location.
This article was published on 05.12.16
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SN&R’s 2016 College Essay Contest winners!
SN&R’s 2016 College Essay Contest winners share stories of struggles, transformations and hope.
This article was published on 05.12.16
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Dr. Feel Bad
Bottom-up enforcement, lack of drug treatment preceded Sacramento’s deadly outbreak.
This article was published on 05.12.16
May 19, 2016
SN&R Vol 28 Issue 6
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SN&R Vol 28 Issue 5