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Q and A With Gaming Culture Expert On Impact Of Pokemon Go

July 29, 2016 | Melody Stone

The “Pokemon Go” craze is unlike anything we’ve seen in gaming so far. But what does it mean long-term? For the culture of gaming? For society as a whole? A media and video game expert reflects on the phenomenon.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

'Cabaret' At Music Circus

July 27, 2016

One of Broadway's rising starts Robin De Jesus is making his Music Circus debut as the Emcee in “Cabaret" this summer. Today on Insight, we'll meet De Jesus and his co-star, Kaleigh Cronin, who plays the role of Sally Bowles.

Arts and Lifestyle

Theatre Review: 'Comedy Of Errors' A High Energy Hit At Tahoe Shakespeare Fest

July 26, 2016 | Jeff Hudson

Shakespeare's popular mistaken identity farce is done up "big box" style in this rousing production by the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, set in Rio de Janeiro and featuring lots of colorful costumes and samba dancing.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

'Arnold Knows Me: The Tommy Kono Story,' A Documentary Of Inspiring Hope In Other Weight-Lifters

July 26, 2016

Tommy Kono may not be a household name today, but the weight-lifting champion definitely left his mark on the world during his 85 years. With us today are former Sacramento newscasters Ryan Yamamoto and Suzanne Phan to talk about Kono's legacy.

Five Breathtaking Day-Hikes You Can Get To From Sacramento

July 22, 2016

Whether it’s coastal cliffs, forested dirt paths, arid wilderness or geological marvels, these hikes explore the best of the Sacramento region.

Sacratomato Week Highlights "Farm to Fork" Capital

July 22, 2016

The festival culminates with tastings, live music, salsa-making, and kid-friendly games at Sutter’s Fort Saturday, July 23.

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‘Pokemon Go’ Draws Crowds And Profits Into Old Sacramento

July 22, 2016 | Melody Stone

Merchants in Old Sacramento are running ragged after two weeks of “Pokemon Go" mania. The neighborhood has become a magnet for players of the augmented reality game, which launched earlier this month. The crowds are translating into profits.

Arts and Lifestyle

California State Fair In Cinemagraphs

July 19, 2016 | Andrew Nixon

The 163rd California State Fair ends Sunday July 24th. Slow down and take a look at the fair in a different way with this series of cinemagraphs, images in subtle motion.

Arts and Lifestyle

Theater Review: Well-Told Romance 'Constellations' Also A Mind Expanding Meditation

July 18, 2016 | Jeff Hudson

This unusual play at the B Street Theatre starts as a boy-meets-girl encounter then develops into a series of different outcomes in alternate universes, a mind-boggling scenario and a surprisingly appealing show - also a big challenge for the actors.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Topical Jokes Highlight Women's Issues In 'Waist Watchers The Musical!'

July 18, 2016

Coming to Insight are cast members of "Waist Watchers The Musical!" This show tackles real-women issues in a comedic approach. We'll hear details about the musical and also preview some of the laughs to come.