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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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Today, the Great Resignation has been replaced by what economists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.
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.
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.
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.