After 40 years as the definitive voice of the Sacramento Kings, Gary Gerould has been our man in the arena—our steadfast guide through the many ups and downs of a franchise trying to find its way. And now, at 85, he’s the second longest-serving active announcer in the NBA. Marking this milestone anniversary, we turned the mic on the broadcasting legend and, as ever, G-Man hit nothing but net.
What’s it all mean? That’s the existential question that multi-instrumentalist Christian Gates—better known by his stage name, The Philharmonik—posed after navigating a series of personal struggles. The search for answers ultimately led the “one-man orchestra” to enter—and win—NPR’s career-catapulting Tiny Desk Contest in 2024. Now, as the Sacramento singer-songwriter explores his spiritual side in his new album, Transcendentalism, he continues his quest for deeper meaning.
Keith Herron is having a breakout moment. Stevie Wonder has donned his designs on stage. Tron: Ares star Greta Lee has posed in his pieces. And NBA players like Malik Monk and Stephen Curry have sported his looks. His image has been projected on the tallest billboard in Times Square, and Vogue has called his label, Advisry—which he formed when he was only 13 at Sutter Middle School near McKinley Park—“officially the new emerging brand on the block.” Not bad for a 25-year-old. And now the Sacramento phenom—a ravenous cinephile who consumes at least one movie a day and whose designs are artfully influenced by classic films—is fresh off showing his latest collection at New York Fashion Week, and eager to grow a multimedia empire. Meet the man behind the vision.
When the beloved Dad’s Kitchen closed in 2024, a family of veteran restaurateurs swooped in to resurrect the space. Enter Stepdad’s, the cozy Land Park restaurant by the owners of The Jungle Bird, Tank House and Camden Spit & Larder that makes you instantly feel right at home.
From shimmery craft cocktails to seasonal small plates, The Hillmont at Remedy Supply Co. embraces Auburn’s rich history while offering modern American eats. This dazzling foothills restaurant just might spark a new Gold Rush.
John Legend celebrates the 20th anniversary of his debut album with a concert at Thunder Valley, Heart brings their reunion tour to Wheatland, The Lion King returns to the Broadway Sacramento stage for the first time in over a decade, and more. Here are 15 events heating up the capital region this winter.
