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After SMUD Pulls Out, Is the Coyote Creek Solar Project a Climate Win or a Loss?

Supporters cite emissions cuts, while critics say removing oak woodlands could undercut climate gains

Though SMUD announced Jan. 5 that it would be canceling its power purchase agreement with the Coyote Creek Agrivoltaic Ranch, the future of the project — and whether or not it would have a net benefit on greenhouse gas emissions — remains unclear.

Jan 28, 2026 Jacob Peterson

New $10 Million Home for Sacramento State Basketball a ‘Game Changer’ for Program

The Hornets are leaving ‘The Nest’ in the midst of historic investment in the university’s sports program

The move this season into a new 3,000-seat events center, home for Sacramento State’s men’s and women’s basketball teams, has finally happened, fueling a new optimism by sports fans at the university.

Jan 27, 2026 Steve Martarano

A New Era of Library Architecture Is Taking Shape in Northern California

From Truckee to Davis, the Capital Region's newest libraries foster community and a sense of place

We profile several libraries in the Capital Region and the architects who designed them to reveal just how radically these institutions have changed — and why they matter more than ever in a digital age.

Jan 26, 2026 Laurie Lauletta-Boshart

Tariffs Are Everywhere — But They’re Not the Whole Story

Comstock's Talks: Steven Yoder explains how tariffs are affecting the Capital Region, unevenly and often unexpectedly

PODCAST EPISODE: Comstock’s contributor Steven Yoder discusses his January cover story on how tariffs are affecting local businesses and why they aren’t necessarily the biggest factor shaping the economy in 2026.

Jan 22, 2026 Dakota Morlan

Inside California’s Small but Growing Artisanal Tea Industry

Farmers in the Sierra Nevada and Central Valley are discovering a distinct California tea terroir

Tea is the world’s second most popular beverage after water. Though California-grown tea is currently a small industry, it may be poised to take on some of that demand.

Jan 21, 2026 Sarah Bun

Is Housing First the Best Solution for Sacramento’s Homeless Population? | Opinion

The former CEO of SAFE Credit Union proposes a four-stage solution

If housing first is a valid theory of change that addresses homelessness, the test is: does it result in a return to independence or at least minimal public assistance; does it address mental health problems; does it address addiction; does it restore the health of the homeless; and does it result in long term success?

Jan 22, 2026 Henry Wirz

Why an All-Boys Mission Still Matters at Jesuit High School | Opinion

A 1989 alumnus shares his thoughts on the Catholic high school's plans to accept female students

For 60 years, Jesuit High School has done something both simple and profoundly difficult: It has taken teenage boys — forces of chaos, appetite and uneven judgment — and formed them into disciplined, reflective, service-oriented young men.

Jan 20, 2026 Kyriakos Tsakopoulos

Jesuit High School Sparks Controversy With Announcement That It Will Accept Female Students

The Sacramento Catholic boys school will begin admitting girls in 2027

The decision to turn the all-boys Catholic institution into a “co-divisional” high school has provoked protests and heated arguments.

Jan 20, 2026 Ed Goldman

What is Job Hugging — and Are You Doing It?

More workers are staying in their jobs amid a tight economy and fewer work options

Today, the Great Resignation has been replaced by what economists are starting to label the “job hugging” era.

Jan 19, 2026 Sasha Abramsky

This Davis Brewer Will Give Out Free Beer ‘When Iran Is Free’

Persian-inspired beer brand Rostam36 wants to help rebuild Iran’s economy

There are bottles and kegs of dark, saffron-tinged beer behind the counters of Persian restaurants in Sacramento, waiting to be opened and poured freely when Iran’s current government falls.

Jan 16, 2026 Jennifer Fergesen

Look Into Stockton’s Gritty Past Through the Windows of a Bookstore

Author Bill Maxwell publishes a memoir on his decades running a beloved bookstore on Stockton’s Skid Row

Readers who lived in Stockton while Maxwell was in business will recognize many people and places in this memoir, as well as the bittersweet flavor of life in a fading former industrial city.

Jan 16, 2026 Dana M. Nichols

Meet the Sacramento Artist Inspired by the Louisiana Gulf Coast

Art Exposed: Joha Harrison translates memories through film, painting and more

In this Q&A, the artist traces how photography taught him to use light, how the pandemic shutdowns accelerated his career and why the heart of the artist sits in conflict with the reality of needing to pay the bills.

Jan 15, 2026 Melissa LuVisi

Our Company’s Name Is Being Used by Job Scammers. What Can We Do for Damage Control?

Dilemma of the Month: What can companies do when scammers are impersonating them on job sites?

Job seekers need to keep vigilant, but there are several things you can do to help make that easier.

Jan 14, 2026 Suzanne Lucas

Between Sacramento and the Ski Slopes, a Gold Rush Town Serves Bacon Flights and Bagels

Out of Office: Auburn is worth a stop on any Tahoe trip

Compared to the Bay Area, Sacramento is pretty close to Tahoe’s ski slopes, but even a short drive requires a proper breakfast.

Jan 13, 2026 Melissa LuVisi

What Health Stories Aren’t Being Told in Sacramento?

We asked Sacramento health leaders about wait times, drug costs and more

The region’s health systems are facing challenges around Sacramento’s sudden population boom and aging demographics. This month, Comstock’s talks to four local health leaders about some of the most pressing questions our readers have.

Jan 12, 2026 Scott Thomas Anderson
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