Good morning, Stockton.
Another fire has scorched a vacant downtown building, and this one has raised more questions than answers.
Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi says the first blaze appears to be human-caused. Now, a second fire has renewed concerns that abandoned structures could attract crime and squatters. There was no word yet on the cause of the new fire. Chris Woodyard has the latest.
Also in this edition: Cal Fire issues a burn ban, the Ports go pink for breast cancer awareness, and police respond to hate incidents during Pride Month.
Let’s get started.
Today’s top story
Arson? A second downtown Stockton fire raises concerns about empty buildings
By Chris Woodyard • Stocktonia
Mayor Christina Fugazi said initial findings indicate the first fire was human-caused, raising more concerns that empty buildings are magnets for squatters.
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Cal Fire issues burn ban in parts of San Joaquin County
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Stockton Ports and St. Joseph’s team up to fight breast cancer
The Stockton Ports and Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Medical Center on Saturday marked the 18th annual Pink Night, a community event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer care. Decked out in pink uniforms, the Ports took the field not just for baseball, but for a mission. […]
Hate incidents during Pride Month condemned by Stockton police
“Hate has no place in our city,” the Stockton Police Department said in a statement following criminal acts that targeted the LGBTQ+ community.
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