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Project Safe Neighborhoods Nets Sentences for Three Convicted Felons in August Operations
In a concerted effort to curb the ever-present shadow of gun violence and violent crime, Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) continues its operation within various communities and law enforcement levels. Throughout August, several cases have highlighted the initiative's commitment to its cause. Notable among these has been the prosecution and sentencing of three convicted felons, as announced by U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert.
Stocktonia joins Arizona State University nonprofit to develop new model for local journalism
Stocktonia has been acquired by NEWSWELL, an innovative nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and strengthening local news outlets. While Stocktonia concentrates on delivering quality community-focused news and resources, NEWSWELL focuses on delivering and improving business services to media organizations. The pioneering nonprofit will utilize its deep expertise, extensive media network and resources to develop innovative, sustainable solutions to publishing and operations of small- and mid-sized newspapers.
Stockton Metro Airport’s water contaminated with Legionella, San Joaquin County says
STOCKTON, Calif. — The Stockton Metropolitan Airport is giving out bottles of water after the airport's drinking water tested positive for Legionella bacteria. San Joaquin County said its drinking water was shut off after test results on Aug. 19 found higher than accepted levels of the bacteria, which can cause infections. Routine tests were conducted on Aug. 5.
Mike Tyson campaigns for Stockton mayoral candidate Tom Patti, opponent Christina Fugazi highlights experience
STOCKTON — Friday marks just under ten weeks to Election Day, and the race for Stockton mayor is packing a new punch.In the March primary, San Joaquin County Supervisor Tom Patti took the lead with more than 13,000 votes. Longtime educator and former Vice Mayor Christina Fugazi came in second with just over 9,000 votes.Stockton residents will decide who their next mayor will be on Nov. 5, in the 2024 general election.Current Mayor Kevin Lincoln chose not to run for re-election as he makes a bid for Congress.Entering the race, not the ring: Mike Tyson for Tom PattiFriday night, a...
El Concilio back as after-school provider at Stockton Unified amid push to bolster staffing
Stockton Unified School District will continue to contract with outside organizations to provide staffing support for after-school programs. Three organizations, including San Francisco-based Brains and Motion Education, San Diego-based Elevo, and Stockton-based El Concilio were awarded service contracts at the Tuesday, Aug. 27 meeting of Stockton Unified Board of Trustees. ...
California Garlic Festival leaves Stockton after 2-year stint
STOCKTON — After announcing the California Garlic Festival would move from Stockton to Los Banos earlier this year, the weekend has arrived.Organizers say they had to make the move because people in San Joaquin County just aren't into garlic like other commodities.The San Joaquin County Fairgrounds are empty this Labor Day weekend."That's a bummer because Los Banos isn't closer to me either," Cara Petties said.Petties, who lives near Stockton, loves her garlic."We love garlic. Garlic is used in everything. I love it. I use it in everything," she said.Seeing the Garlic Festival move down south after just two years in...
Leadership Stockton scholarship winners awarded biggest award in program's history
Scholarship winners in the newest Leadership Stockton class together will receive the greatest award amount in the leadership program’s history, its alumni group said in a news release. In total, $5,000 will be divided among the winners of the Christopher Serpa Scholarship to help defer tuition costs, the release said. ...
Stockton City Council weighs options to address homelessness after Grants Pass Supreme Court decision
Stockton council members met this week to weigh the implications of a recent Supreme Court ruling that allows local governments to enforce bans on homeless people from camping on government-owned property. According to the presentation, the city is seeking to expand enforcement and scope of current city ordinances, clean-ups and...
Sports world reacts to the deaths of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, a former Stockton Heat player
The hockey world was not alone in sending immediate and heartfelt condolences following the announcement that Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau, 31, and his brother Matthew Gaudreau died when, according to police, they were hit by a suspected drunken driver while riding bicycles in their home state of New Jersey. They were killed the night before their sister's wedding.
Men’s Basketball Announces 2024-25 Schedule
STOCKTON, Calif. – Playing games in four different time zones, the Pacific men's basketball program will tip-off the Dave Smart era with a variety of opponents before heading into West Coast Conference play. The season begins Monday, Nov. 4 when the Tigers host William Jessup at 7 p.m. in the Alex G. Spanos Center. It will be the first of six non-conference home games. Pacific's first road trip will be in Hawaii when the Tigers play three games in the Rainbow Classic on Nov. 8, 10-11. Pacific will also make non-conference trips to Arkansas, Missouri, Colorado, Illinois State and UNLV....
Conservatory fall lineup features diverse talent
The fall schedule of concerts hosted by University of the Pacific’s Conservatory of Music features a diverse array of guest artists, conductors and composers with more than 20 performances scheduled through December. “From Mozart’s “Jupiter” Symphony to Katahj Copley’s “Dope,” Pacific music faculty designed an undeniably inclusive series of...
New app helps fight retail theft in Stockton
STOCKTON, Calif. — The Fast Start app lets anyone report thefts in San Joaquin County. The Stockton Chamber of Commerce launched the app on Thursday. See more in the video above. See more coverage of top California stories here | Download our app | Subscribe to our morning newsletter.
Dynamite Viewership, Battle of the Belts XII date and location, Jade Cargill, more
– Jade Cargill has just wrestled the 100th match in her entire career across WWE and AEW. – AEW Dynamite on Wednesday night drew 691,000 Viewers. – On October 17, AEW Battle of the Belts XII will take place in Stockton, California, preceding Collision on Thursday, with a broadcast date set for Saturday, October 19.
Abbott Scholars ready to join the fight against diabetes
“My mom had diabetes for the longest time. I didn’t know,” Harry Ma begins. A secret until she was rushed to the hospital, her blood sugar dropping dangerously low. “That’s when I found out.”. The experience taught Ma, in his early 20s at the time, a...
Abundant talent defines veteran Pacific volleyball team
One of University of the Pacific’s strongest athletic programs has officially begun its climb toward a conference title and NCAA tournament berth. The volleyball team, picked fourth in the 2024 West Coast Conference coaches’ preseason poll, is coming off a fourth-place finish in the conference last year. The Tigers finished 18-11 and earned their third straight postseason appearance to the National Volleyball Invitational Championship.
How San Joaquin County sideshow crackdown influenced state. Sacramento ordinance at standstill.
SACRAMENTO -- San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced a proposal to combat sideshows in a series of new penalties aimed at curbing illegal sideshow activity.The crackdown is similar to successes in San Joaquin County, which paved the way for other law enforcement agencies after the creation of its sideshow task force.Sideshows—unauthorized gatherings where participants perform reckless driving stunts, including doughnuts and burnouts—have become an increasing nuisance in urban areas across California. In San Francisco, Mayor Breed's proposed policies include heightened fines, vehicle impoundments, and potential impoundment of vehicles for up to 30 days.In February, the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office...
Reports of crash on Airport Way in San Joaquin County
MANTECA, Calif. — A vehicle reportedly crashed into a fence on Airport Way in Manteca on Friday evening. According to California Highway Patrol's online logs, crews responded to Airport Way near French Camp Road around 10:10 p.m. for reports of the crash. It was unclear if any injuries were...
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