Madeline Shannon • The Center Square, Author at Stocktonia News

The state capitol building -- A grand white building with a large dome and columns, framed by tall green trees against a clear blue sky.

California lawmakers talk about economic development in San Joaquin Valley

by Madeline Shannon • The Center Square Aug. 8, 2026, 9:00 a.m.Aug. 6, 2026, 12:51 p.m.

The hearing comes four years after a coalition of state agencies launched the Community Economic Resilience Fund, a $600 million effort.

The California State Capitol building with a central dome and Corinthian columns under a clear blue sky.

Amid rising fears of rolling back voter rights, Black lawmakers announce new Voting Rights Act for California

by Madeline Shannon • The Center Square May 16, 2026, 6:00 a.m.May 14, 2026, 1:54 p.m.

A crowd of adults and children take part in a march for immigrant families, holding signs.

Bill would target employers who threaten immigrant workers

by Madeline Shannon • The Center Square May 3, 2026, 6:00 a.m.May 2, 2026, 3:03 p.m.

Water flows from a large pipeline onto grassy and rocky terrain in a rural landscape with rolling hills in the background.

California pushes for statewide water-conservation plan in fight against climate change

by Madeline Shannon • The Center Square March 6, 2026, 6:00 a.m.April 23, 2026, 2:32 p.m.