Vivek 3.0
Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadivé buys the River Cats, talks business successes, future hopes and team involvement
Vivek Ranadivé sometimes draws the ire of fans and media
criticism for perceived meddling in his team, which hasn’t made
the playoffs in 16 years. But there’s another side to his
story, his work as a leader of one of the highest-valued
businesses in the area and the potential impact he continues to
have on Sacramento.
The Changing Face of California Voters
Black, Latino and Asian voters don’t want to be considered a monolith when it comes to their vote
The business of understanding how race affects voting behavior
has become harder, but new polls reveal growing strength among
certain voters of color.
Sacramento Is No Longer Just a Capital City
November’s cover star, Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadivé, isn’t the only one changing the city’s reputation. Many trends — big events, world-class sports and food — are contributing to Sacramento’s promising future. Comstock’s Editor Judy Farah considers just how close the region is to overcoming its stereotypes.
Art Exposed: Diana Ormanzhi
A Sacramento artist reinterprets surrealism through a feminist lens
At Twisted Track Gallery in Sacramento, which recently emerged as
a keystone of the thriving R Street art scene, one wall is
devoted to a triptych of the feminine divine.
200 Costumed Dogs March Through Midtown
A Sacramento dog parade promotes pet businesses and nonprofits — an important part of the local economy
On Saturday, Sacramento’s furry four-legged friends took over for a couple of hours, trotting through the neighborhood costumed and in pursuit of snacks at the second annual Tricks for Treats.
Getting to Know: Lori Richardson
A film industry veteran branches into the compliance training genre — using Sacramento talent
The compliance content genre has a reputation for being outdated, but the video series Lori Richardson produces for the e-learning company Emtrain look like they could be part of a Netflix drama.
An Unforgettable Saturday for Sacramento Sports Fans
Three highly anticipated sports events take place in one night in the capital
The night of Oct. 22 — with three college and professional sporting events starting around the same time — was expected to be a memorable night for Sacramento sports fans.
As the chilly night unfolded, those expectations were undoubtedly
exceeded.
Makers Give Downtown Stockton a Makeover
A makers’ mart in a mixed-use downtown building signals a new era of city planning in Stockton
Makers Made, a shop and platform for entrepreneurs to sell
handmade goods and wares, is part of a larger downtown
redevelopment trend in Stockton.
Keeping Calm and Carrying On in Sacramento
Are the Capital Region’s British-themed businesses affected by economic volatility in the UK?
After the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the resignations of two prime ministers and the rapid plummet of the pound, the British economy is more volatile than it’s been in decades. Has the ripple effect reached British businesses on this side of the pond?
Pay Parity: Game Changer or Employer Problem?
What happens if a proposed new law forces employers to reveal everyone’s salaries?
New legislation may change how businesses, big and small, draft
job postings and how they report pay data to the state — and
their employees.