Good morning, Stockton.
The City Council just gave sidewalk vendors a clearer path forward.
In a move years in the making, Stockton officials approved updated rules for street vending. The changes aim to simplify compliance while balancing health and safety concerns. Andrea Rivera breaks it down in today’s top story.
Also in this briefing: A potential face mask ban to deter crime, Vice Mayor Jason Lee’s emotional remarks at City Hall and a look at what’s happening around town this weekend.
Let’s get into it.
Today’s top story
California budget would slash funding for state food banks
By Mark Kreidler • Capital & Main
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year includes a nearly 90% reduction in funding for a state program called CalFood.
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Things to Do this weekend in Stockton: June 7–9
Looking for plans this weekend? Stockton and nearby cities are buzzing with events.
Invasive golden mussels first found in Stockton may bring action from Congress
New measures are being taken to stop the spread of the invasive species, which almost found its way into Lake Tahoe.
Stockton contemplates face mask ban to deter crime
Vice Mayor Jason Lee cited the latest incident in which an eighth-grader was robbed after a middle school promotion ceremony by masked gunmen.
Stockton Vice Mayor Jason Lee says he almost resigned, blasts City Hall as ‘toxic’
In a surprising moment at a City Council meeting, Lee said he’s fed up with politics and City Hall, “the most toxic experience I’ve had in my entire life.”
Top California news
A safety net for struggling colleges is expiring. Why the Bay Area will be hit hardest
A cost-of-living increase meant to help community colleges adjust to a new funding formula is expiring, leaving some districts to cut positions and classes.
City Council updates regulations for street vendors
The Stockton City Council recently took a significant step toward updating regulations surrounding street and sidewalk vending.
Through comedy, Stockton students and others develop social-emotional skills, improve mental health
Research shows that students who practice social-emotional skills in safe spaces with well-defined goals have improved behavior and academic performance.
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