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Two of the biggest names in sports and entertainment — Floyd Mayweather and Kevin Hart — appear in new filings connected to Stockton politics. Their donations went to a political committee backing Mayor Christina Fugazi’s campaign, raising questions about outside influence and local support. Aaron Leathley breaks it down in today’s top story.
Also in this edition: Stockton Unified’s superintendent wins two national awards, ABC10 in Sacramento is struck by gunfire and we’ve got your guide to what’s happening in Stockton this weekend.
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Today’s top story
Floyd Mayweather and Kevin Hart donated to PAC backing Fugazi’s run. Here’s what we know
By Aaron Leathley • Stocktonia
Famed boxer Floyd Mayweather and comedian Kevin Hart donated to a political committee that backed Fugazi’s mayoral campaign.
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Stockton Unified leader wins two national awards. Here’s how she plans to move forward
Michelle Rodriguez, who has served as Stockton Unified School District’s superintendent since July 2023, took home two national awards celebrating her more than three decades as a school administrator.
ABC10 TV station in Sacramento struck by gunfire in drive-by shooting, police say
At least three bullets struck the front windows of an ABC-affiliated television station that serves Stockton.
Things to do in Stockton: Sept. 19-21
The Central Valley brings the energy this weekend with public baptisms, local theater, community storytelling and a free Division I soccer match. Here’s your guide to what’s happening:
Top California news
Elder care operators settle with DA offices over inadequate staffing, background checks
The owners of three California elder care facilities will pay $145,000 in civil penalties and costs to settle allegations they failed to properly staff and background-check employees.
House Democrats say Trump team doesn’t take threats seriously
California Rep. Eric Swalwell says he and other House Democrats have experienced violent threats, but Pam Bondi’s Justice Department hasn’t helped.
California moves to curb ultraprocessed foods in school cafeterias
The bill before the governor could help address nutrition gaps in neighborhoods with limited access to fresh food — and be a model for the nation.
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