Comstock’s Most-Read Stories of 2025
From profiles of local leaders to deep dives on science and technology, here are the stories that drew the most attention this year
This year, Comstock’s readers revealed an interest in the kind of hyperlocal news only regional media can provide, from profiles of rising leaders to behind-the-scenes explorations of the developments and investments that impact the cities where we live and work.
The Future Of Electric Vehicles Is Taking Shape in Sacramento
From quiet motorcycles to vertical takeoff airplanes, the Capital Region is becoming a hotspot for EV innovation
Companies in the Capital Region are vying to become the replacement for internal combustion in markets far beyond consumer vehicles.
Essay: Across Faiths and Cultures, the Heart of the Holidays Stays the Same
For the Last Word essay column, a radio personality turned writer reflects on holiday spirit
Surveys show record numbers of Americans saying the country is off track, and the future feels bleak. And yet, beneath it, the impulse to kindness keeps flickering.
From Legendary Eggnog to Midnight Mochi, Here Are Sacramento’s Sweetest Holiday Traditions
Local makers keep cherished winter rituals alive
Like Santa’s workshop, Sacramento has a bevy of elves preparing goods for your holidays, and some are months in the making. We stopped in to observe the preparations.
Sacramento Manufacturers and Distributors Weigh the Effects of Tariffs
Local businesses say there are winners and losers in the tariff game
Changes in prices and supplies have been creating uncertainty in the marketplace for regional businesses. We asked Capital Region businesses how they are adapting — and whether they see any benefits.