Stockton council divided over police substations amid staffing concerns
STOCKTON, Calif. — A sharp debate is unfolding among members of the Stockton City Council over whether to expand police substations or direct limited funding elsewhere, as officials weigh public safety priorities against staffing shortages. Vice Mayor Jason Lee said the city made a commitment to voters to bring...
San Joaquin County issues emergency as golden mussels spread in delta
STOCKTON, Calif. — The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors declared a local emergency today as invasive golden mussels continue to spread in the San Joaquin Delta. County leaders said the species poses a growing threat and are asking the state for more support, resources and coordination to address the issue.
Stockton church raises alarm on homeless encampment, calls for solutions without displacement
(FOX40.COM) – A Stockton church is raising urgent concerns over a long-standing homeless encampment tucked inside a slough behind its property, saying that concerns have recently escalated into a growing safety issue. The encampment sits behind Restoration for Life Ministries on East Anderson Street, where church leaders say it has existed for years. However, over […]
3 arraigned after 50 pounds of meth, gun found in I-5 traffic stop
(FOX40.COM) — Three men have been arraigned after authorities seized more than 50 pounds of methamphetamine and a loaded firearm during a traffic stop on Interstate 5 earlier this month. According to the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office, the stop occurred on April 18, when officers with the Tracy Police Department pulled over an […]
San Joaquin County Collaborative Courts to Celebrate 245 Recovery Milestones at Graduation Ceremony
A powerful celebration of recovery, perseverance, and second chances is coming to downtown Stockton as the Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin honors 245 individuals graduating from its Collaborative Courts programs. The graduation ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 4 p.m. at the Bob...
State of emergency declared over golden mussel threat
A state of emergency has been declared as concerns spread over the growing golden mussel infestation threating the California Delta.
Fifth Grader Saves Mom After She Has a Stroke During a 10K: ‘I’ve Never...
Leilani Cienega stayed calm and called for help when her mom collapsed
Behind the Tools: A sneak peek into one of Stockton’s automotive repair shops
As power tools echo from wall to wall, the smell of paint, dust and chemicals invades your nose. Dream Finish Auto Works, a family owned and reputable business here in Stockton, works to help those in need of service. As time goes on manufacturers make more and more new cars...
Four years later, Stockton’s Autism Awareness Month Celebration going strong
LaKevia Keller started the Autism Awareness Month Celebration events in Stockton four years ago because she noticed a lack of resources and support for her son and other autistic community members. On Saturday, more than 100 people filled a Stribley Community Center for the fourth annual celebration hosted by her...
Jury again convicts man in fatal Lodi skateboard shooting after retrial
(FOX40.COM) — A San Joaquin County jury has again convicted Alejandro Duran Mercado of second-degree murder in the 2021 fatal shooting of a man in Lodi, prosecutors said. The San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office announced the verdict following a retrial stemming from an earlier conviction that was overturned on appeal due to a jury […]
