Arts and Lifestyle‘A safe place to express myself’: Luna’s Cafe closes after 40 years in SacramentoAugust 4, 2023 | Paul ConleyLocals say Luna’s Cafe — and the man behind it, Art Luna — have made an inexplicable impact on Sacramento’s arts scene. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleDavis-born Hasan Minhaj is reportedly being eyed to host ‘The Daily Show’August 3, 2023 | Kristin LamVariety reported that Hasan Minhaj, a UC Davis graduate and Sacramento Kings fan, is a leading candidate to succeed Trevor Noah as host of “The Daily Show.”
Arts and Lifestyle‘It’s like nothing they had ever seen before’: Sacramento science museum hosts immersive Pink Floyd planetarium showJuly 31, 2023 | Vicki GonzalezThe SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity is hosting “The Dark Side of the Moon,” a Pink Floyd-approved planetarium show combining the iconic music with stunning visuals that will take visitors on a journey through the solar system and beyond.
Investor in talks to revive Sacramento Republic FC efforts to join MLSJuly 31, 2023 | Kristin LamThe Stronach Group led by Belinda Stronach has been talking with Sacramento Republic FC and the city about an MLS expansion bid.
Arts and LifestyleGreta Gerwig breaks box office record for female directors with ‘Barbie’July 24, 2023With $162 million in ticket sales from North American theaters, “Barbie” broke the first weekend record for a film directed by a woman.
Folsom Public Library ends fines, the last in Sacramento County to do soJuly 21, 2023 | Steve MilneThe Folsom City Council voted July 11 to end the practice. Libraries across the country, including all now in Sacramento and Yolo counties, have stopped collecting fines for overdue materials in recent years.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento seeks input on potential dog parks amid debate in Curtis ParkJuly 20, 2023 | Kristin LamCurtis Park residents say an unofficial dog park has become a contentious issue since usage increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Arts and LifestyleSacramento created a nightlife manager job nine months ago. Here’s what she’s done so far.July 18, 2023 | Kristin LamWhen Tina Lee-Vogt started the job, she said conducting a study on the economic impact of Sacramento nightlife was a priority. An assessment she’s working on will give a snapshot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleRescheduled Sol Blume adds 3 new artists to its line-upJuly 18, 2023 | Janelle SalangaThe hip-hop, R&B and soul music festival will now feature performers P-Lo, Zyah Belle and Kalan.Frfr. Heavy rain earlier this year forced organizers to reschedule the festival from April to August.
Arts and LifestyleAfrofuturist author looks to empower black women in novel ‘Where it Rains in Color.’July 13, 2023 | Chris CampbellAfrofuturism is a growing genre covering music, films and books. CapRadio’s Chris Campbell spoke with author Denise Crittendon about her novel’s latest entry in the genre. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.