Good morning, Stockton.
👋 I hope you’re enjoying the cooldown.
Today, we’re featuring Mike Fitzgerald’s latest column along with our top news stories, including Aaron Leathley’s coverage of the mayoral candidates.
Reminder: All our election coverage is compiled in one place. And as ballots arrive in the mail, remember, the final day to vote, Election Day, is less than a month away on Nov. 5.
As always, I look forward to your feedback.
This week’s commentary
Mike Fitzgerald: The city gives the south side some love
By Michael Fitzgerald • Stocktonia
The belief that City Hall could care less about the economically disadvantaged southside is an article of faith among certain Stockton groups. To disagree is check-your-privilege heresy. But when beliefs are outdated, a little heresy is healthy. The idea that Stockton government neglects the city’s south side appears no longer true.
3 stories you may have missed
Seasoned candidates vie to become Stockton’s next mayor
Businessman Tom Patti and assistant principal Christina Fugazi would both bring roughly eight years of elected experience to toe office of Stockton Mayor, Patti in […]
Tired of sweating? New program will provide hefty rebates on cooling systems, other appliances
A new California program will offer $80 million in rebates for residential energy improvements.
Ex-prison guard pleads guilty after cocaine found at Stockton residence
A Stockton man who worked as a prison guard pleaded guilty to cocaine possession and distribution as part of a multi-agency investigation.
Statewide elections coverage
Proposition 35: What the promise of money for health care really means
The California ballot measure proposes locking in billions of dollars to pay doctors more for treating low-income patients.
