City, county officials to discuss first year in office at Delta College town halls
The San Joaquin County Civic Alliance will live up to its name by hosting town halls in consecutive weeks featuring newly elected officials answering questions from moderators and local residents. The first event will take place Thursday, Sept. 4, when Stockton Vice Mayor and District 6 Councilmember Jason Lee and...
Stockton leaders address concerns from public amid ongoing leadership challenges
The City of Stockton is facing ongoing controversy and leadership challenges, and this week, two city councilmembers met with the public to address those concerns head-on.
Dangerous stretch of Modesto road is being fixed. Here’s when it should be done
Modesto’s project to alter what is arguably the busiest and most dangerous stretch of Scenic Drive is on budget and on schedule, City Engineer Toby Wells said. In February, the City Council approved a contract worth $13.5 million for infrastructure projects across the city. The largest chunk of the funds, $5.4...
Crews reach 22% containment on September Lightning Complex Fire
(FOX40.COM) — Fire crews have reached 22% containment on the September Lightning Complex Fire, Cal Fire said Friday morning. The complex fire is made up of different fires across Calaveras County, Tuolumne County, San Joaquin County and Stanislaus County that began Tuesday following a number of lightning strikes. Cal...
Lodi City Council opposes Proposition 50
(FOX40.COM) – The Mayor of the City of Lodi, Cameron Bregman, announced on Thursday that the city council voted to approve a resolution opposing Proposition 50 in California. Video Above: ‘No on Prop 50’ chair speaks on Newsom’s redistricting plan At the Lodi City Council meeting on Wednesday, the Mayor proposed that...
Suspects Arrested in Possession of Stolen Mail and Drugs
BRENTWOOD, CA — Police reviewed surveillance video to identify and arrest two suspects found in possession of stolen mail and illicit drugs. Johnny Navarrette, 53, of Oakley, and Mariah Molina, 27, of Brentwood, were apprehended the end of last month. Officers investigating the theft of mail first identified a...
Counselors Prep Students for Upcoming Year
This past week, the counselors of Tracy High gathered to create a back-to-school presentation for the Bulldog students. The presentation was targeted at sophomores, juniors, and seniors at Tracy High School. The counselors highlighted ways to get involved, how to get academic support, mental health resources and how...
City of Tracy to Begin Construction on Park Improvement Projects
Tracy, Calif. – The City of Tracy is moving forward with two major park improvement projects: Gretchen Talley Park Phase III and the Clyde Bland Park – BMX Pump Track. Both projects are entering the construction phase following contractor submittals and approvals, with completion anticipated in 2026. At...
Stockton’s Beloved Trivia Bee Returns This October with a “Dynamic Duos” Twist
This year’s theme, “Dynamic Duos,” promises double the fun as teams of four square off in a battle of brains. Participants and audience members alike are encouraged to lean into the theme with creative costumes, table decorations, and clever team names. Beyond bragging rights, teams will vie for prizes such as Best...
Stockton City Council changes requirements for removing volunteer members from city committees
Stockton’s City Council has adopted a revised policy that streamlines the process for removing volunteer members from the city’s boards, commissions and committees, eliminating procedural hurdles and rejecting a formal appeals process. The changes, now included in the council’s policy manual, passed by a 7-0 vote on...
