Good morning, Stockton.
Nine candidates are competing for four seats on the Stockton Unified School District Board of Trustees.
The election comes at an important time for the district, which was removed from the state’s list of school systems at high risk of insolvency earlier this year. Hannah Workman introduces the candidates and takes a closer look at the races voters will decide in November.
And if you’re still trying to make sense of what’s on your ballot, we’ve got something for you today! Join Stocktonia, CalMatters and Stanislaus State’s Stockton campus for Ballots & Burritos from 3:30 to 5 p.m. It’s a free, nonpartisan event where you can learn more about the upcoming election while enjoying a burrito on us.
Back in City Hall, a new risk assessment is raising concerns about Stockton’s internal operations. We’re also looking at a county study that found hundreds of miles of roads in unincorporated areas lack sidewalks, leaving plenty of questions about pedestrian access.
With Halloween approaching, there’s no shortage of things happening around Stockton this week. We’ve rounded up several events for families looking to celebrate, including trick-or-treating opportunities and other seasonal festivities.
Thanks for starting your Tuesday with us. Be sure to check out the rest of today’s stories below, and we hope to see you at Ballots & Burritos this afternoon!
Daniel Garza
Stocktonia content coordinator
Today’s top story
9 candidates vie for 4 Stockton Unified school board seats
By Hannah Workman • Stocktonia
Nine candidates are competing for four seats on the Stockton Unified School District Board of Trustees as the district works to maintain financial stability after being removed from the state’s list of districts at high risk of insolvency in June.
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🎟️ Events this week
Event listings were compiled with AI assistance and verified by our editors.
- Beginners line dance classes | Learn line dancing with instructor Tonya Starr. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. | Oct. 27, 6:30-8 p.m. | Tap That Ash, 126 E. Market St. | $10 at the door. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Trunk-or-treat | Bring the family for decorated trunks, lawn games and candy. Costumes welcome. | Oct. 28, 4-6 p.m. | Maya Angelou Branch Library, 2324 Pock Lane. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Trick or Suite | Explore themed suites and collect candy during an indoor Halloween celebration for children and families. | Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m. | Adventist Health Arena, 248 W. Fremont St. | Free. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Halloween at the Fair | Enjoy carnival rides, a hay maze, Halloween attractions and Día de los Muertos activities. Trunk-or-treat runs Friday through Sunday, with fireworks Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. | Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 3-10 p.m. daily; last entry at 9 p.m. | San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 Airport Way. | Free admission tickets available; concerts require separate tickets. | More info
- 2026 Monster Mash at Main Street Youth and Family Services | Dress up for trick-or-treating, games, crafts and family activities inside Courthouse Plaza. | Oct. 30, 4-7 p.m. | Courthouse Plaza, 306 E. Main St. | Free admission. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- CandyLand | Celebrate Halloween with two live shows, carnival games, inflatables, face painting, crafts, live music and candy. | Oct. 31, 5:30-8 p.m. | First Baptist West Campus – Community Center, 33 W. Alpine Ave. | Free admission; all ages welcome. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
- Big Valley Ford Día de los Muertos festival | Celebrate with mariachi, folklórico and Aztec dance performances, ofrendas, face painting, caricatures and trunk-or-treat for children in costume. | Nov. 1, noon-4:30 p.m. | Big Valley Ford, 3282 Auto Center Circle. | Free admission and family activities. | More info | Add to Google Calendar
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