Sacramento
September 22, 2024
From Canvas to Community: Jaya King Reflects Sacramento’s Essence in Her Art
King’s murals have been popping up on walls all over Sacramento in an endearingly Banksy-esque way. The artist collaborates with organizations, city and state agencies, and fellow artists to produce murals in underserved communities.
December 20, 2023
Hope on Wheels: Mercy Pedalers Extend Compassion to Sacramento’s Homeless Amid City-County Dispute
As the numbers of unhoused individuals rise year-to-year in the city and state, politicians continue to argue about how to address homelessness. The COVID-19 pandemic, unaffordable housing, and lack of shelters, recovery opportunities, and medication are all factors that contribute to this growing problem.
November 8, 2023
DRIP Espresso Crafts the Perfect Blend of Community and Culture in Sacramento
DRIP Espresso is the vision of three sisters, Jasmine Bronson, Keiona Williamson, and Taylor White. They are co-owners of one of the few black-owned and woman-owned businesses in California’s Capital city.
May 8, 2023
‘We Walk Amongst Each Other, Not with Each Other’: Seeking Common Ground in Sacramento’s Oak Park
Tensions over whether Oak Park is experiencing damaging gentrification or helpful revitalization continue to shape conversations about the neighborhood.