Things to do this weekend in Stockton: June 27–29
This weekend brings a lively mix of events to Stockton, from youth art and community workshops to women’s soccer, family-friendly drag and a telescope-filled night under the stars. Read on for a sampling of events from Visit Stockton, Stocktonia’s event calendar and other community event organizers. Read on...
Fraud warning from Modesto: People trying to enter homes to test water
Modesto is warning residents about potential scams by individuals claiming to represent city water-quality staff. “The City of Modesto is NOT conducting in-home water quality tests,” reads a warning on the city’s Facebook page. Since Tuesday, five incidents have been reported of people requesting access into...
Mayor, vice mayor squabble as DEI money debate heats up
Stockton’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts have been at the forefront of discussions at City Hall for the last week after it was revealed that public DEI money had been allocated to fund a consulting contract for job coaching services for the interim city manager. Vice Mayor Jason Lee...
2 suspects in alleged Discovery Bay “boat rage” incident arrested
Two people were arrested after a powerboat was caught on video Sunday chasing and crashing into a person on a personal watercraft in Discovery Bay and slamming into other docked boats, authorities said Thursday.
Almond Board Advances China Trade Talks
The Almond Board of California (ABC) recently hosted Chinese officials in Modesto to advance international trade discussions and build on last year’s diplomatic outreach. “This was a follow-up from the visit to the consulate last fall,” said Taylor Hillman, ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications. “We...
GraffitiView: Rev Up Your July With Graffiti USA
Celebrate July while supporting Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum! With an exciting lineup of fundraising activities, patrons will enjoy the perfect blend of nostalgia, entertainment, and community spirit. Light Up Your 4th with TNT Fireworks. TNT Fireworks will be on sale from June 28th until July 6th at Graffiti USA...
CHP Announces DUI Sobriety Checkpoint in San Joaquin County for June 28
The California Highway Patrol's Stockton Area office has announced they will be conducting a DUI sobriety checkpoint to decisively curb instances of driving under the influence. This checkpoint is scheduled for Saturday, and will be located in the unincorporated area of San Joaquin County. According to the CHP -...
Stockton officials terminate Lathrop city manager’s consulting contract amid public scrutiny
Lathrop City Manager Stephen Salvatore is no longer serving as a consultant for Stockton, according to city officials. The announcement came a month after news reports revealed that Interim City Manager Steve Colangelo — a longtime event planner and rental manager with no local government experience — hired Salvatore...
Why we’re Modestans and not Ralstonians. The history behind local place names
Uniquely is a Modesto Bee series that covers the moments, landmarks and personalities that define what makes living in the Central Valley so special. If you were the first to settle in an area, what would you call it? Would you try to establish a legacy with your family name or perhaps pick something to puzzle future...
Modesto restaurant receives third complaint in 2025 for rodent issues
In our Reality Check stories, Modesto Bee journalists deliver fast facts about the issues that matter to local residents to hold officials and institutions accountable. Read more. Story idea? [email protected] . A chain restaurant in Modesto was cited for rodent droppings for the third time this year, and flies were...
