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Two people hold signs that say "voting is sacred" while sitting in chairs outside.

Faith leaders from around the county urge residents to use their voice: ‘Voting is sacred’

by Shaylee Navarro • Stocktonia Oct. 8, 2026, 1:42 p.m.Oct. 9, 2026, 12:07 p.m.

The gathering brought multifaith leaders from across San Joaquin County together to promote civic responsibility ahead of November’s election.

Candidates tackle key issues at Stockton forum; Ransom, Patti clash

by Hannah Workman • Stocktonia Oct. 7, 2026, 5:46 p.m.Oct. 7, 2026, 6:54 p.m.

People sign papers at an information table beneath a blue “BILLIONAIRE TAX NOW” campaign banner inside a convention center.

Billionaire tax explained: What you need to know about Prop. 40

by Jeanne Kuang and Kristen Huang • CalMatters Oct. 6, 2026, 10:00 a.m.Oct. 7, 2026, 12:02 p.m.

Many voters choose to drop off their mail-in ballots at the San Diego Registrar of Voters office in Kearny Mesa.

California attorney general emphasizes safety of mail-in voting

by Chris Woodward • The Center Square Oct. 6, 2026, 8:40 a.m.Oct. 6, 2026, 8:40 a.m.

A vote here sign near a flag.

Your 2026 Voter Guide: What to know about local, state races

by Stocktonia staff and wire reports Oct. 6, 2026, 6:00 a.m.Oct. 6, 2026, 12:31 p.m.

Candidates to field questions at San Joaquin Delta College forum on Tuesday

by Hannah Workman • Stocktonia Oct. 5, 2026, 1:17 p.m.Oct. 5, 2026, 3:06 p.m.

California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks at a press event as officials stand behind him before U.S. flags, their expressions serious and focused.

What bills did Gavin Newsom sign into law — or veto — in his final year leading California?

by Calmatters Staff Oct. 5, 2026, 10:00 a.m.Oct. 3, 2026, 11:30 a.m.

Aerial view of muddy floodwater spilling across farmland and vineyard rows beside a winding river and rural road, creating a stark, tense scene.

Newsom vetoes Delta levees bill as El Niño winter looms

by Rachel Becker • CalMatters Oct. 2, 2026, 10:00 a.m.Sept. 29, 2026, 11:43 a.m.

People attend a public meeting, with one person taking notes and another typing on a laptop in the foreground.

Newsom signs bill supporting local journalism, giving tax breaks to news organizations

by Chris Woodyard • Stocktonia Oct. 1, 2026, 7:56 a.m.Oct. 1, 2026, 8:01 a.m.

A person in a black uniform holds a black tactical glove toward the camera in front of A "Blue Lives Matter" American flag.

New California law bans officers from using gloves that deliver electric shocks

by Sophie Austin • Associated Press Sept. 29, 2026, 9:03 a.m.Sept. 29, 2026, 9:03 a.m.