San Joaquin County Local News

Multiple state agencies spent nearly $24 billion on housing and homeless programs in the first five years of Gavin Newsom’s governorship, but the number of people without homes continued to grow, rising by 20% to more than 180,000 in the most recent federal count in 2023.

A new state law bans private colleges from considering an applicant’s ties to family members who are alumni or donors. California’s public universities don’t use legacy admissions.

The Yes and No on 33 campaigns have collectively spent more than $140 million. CalMatters fact checked some of the more pervasive claims made by both sides.

Tens of thousands of California ride-hailing drivers, and possibly more, could eventually get back pay after a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that clears the way for the state and some cities to proceed with their lawsuits against Uber and Lyft.

Supporters of a proposition to ban forced labor in California prisons believe they have a strong message centered on rehabilitation. But as Election Day nears, polls show it’s a toss-up or trailing.

Only a few months delayed, Gov. Gavin Newsom finally got to take his victory lap over the oil industry on October 14.

An introduction to Sonny Dhaliwal and Steve DeBrum who are running for the District 3 seat on the San Joaquin Board of Supervisors in the November election.

The Ripon Garden Club is working with the city to donate a rose garden near Stouffer Park.

The Manteca Chamber of Commerce is seeking a volunteer to coordinate the distribution of flags for placement throughout the city on holidays.

In their October 15 meeting, a committee of the Sacramento City Council considered proposals for a "harm reduction fee" for local registered gun owners.

After the Watergate scandal, California voters approved a ballot measure that created the Fair Political Practices Commission — an independent, nonpartisan agency to police election campaigns and investigate political ethics violations.

Last week, VotingMatters went to public libraries, colleges, and a museum to talk about California’s ballot propositions. So far, VotingMatters has reached more than 750 people across 20 events, bringing crucial election information to voters around the state.

An introduction to the candidates running for the Area 2 seat on the Manteca City Council in the November election.

Property maintenance was on the agenda of a recent Ripon City Council meeting as officials considered updates to the nuisance ordinance and stepping up code enforcement.

The state Senate signs off on Gov. Newsom’s bill to stop spikes in California gas prices. A final vote is scheduled on Monday.

An introduction to the candidates running for the District 4 seat on the Stockton City Council in the November election.

Manteca Fire suffered a number of engines which wouldn't start or broke down while responding to emergency calls over the course of just a few days.

An introduction to the candidates running for the District 2 seat on the Stockton City Council in the November election.

An outdoor food truck and container area is being considered for Library Park in downtown Manteca.

An introduction to the candidates running for election to the Manteca City Council in November.