Good morning, Stockton.
The leadership shakeup at San Joaquin RTD isn’t over yet.
Several senior officials are no longer listed on the agency’s website, the latest sign of turnover following months of controversy and the firing of former CEO Alex Clifford. Andrea Baltodano takes a closer look at what’s changed at the county’s transit provider and what questions remain.
There’s better news from the Sheriff’s Office. A 13-year-old Stockton boy who was reported missing earlier this week has been found safe.
We’re also following a crash on March Lane that left a Stockton police officer and two teenagers with minor injuries. And if your plans for the weekend are still up in the air, our latest Things to Do guide can help with that.
Thanks for starting your morning with us.
Daniel Garza
Stocktonia content coordinator
Today’s top story
San Joaquin RTD leadership turnover continues months after CEO firing
By Andrea Baltodano • Stocktonia
Several senior officials are no longer listed on RTD’s website, the latest sign of turnover at the countywide bus provider after months of controversy.
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