Good morning, Stockton.
It’s finally the weekend, and there’s plenty to do in the region, from a cherry festival to “Beetlejuice” coming to life through dance to races at the Delta Speedway. Find the full rundown in our weekend guide.
In other news, new details emerged in the case of a man fatally shot by San Joaquin County sheriff’s deputies last month after he repeatedly warned them he had a gun and threatened to fire at officers. It turns out he wasn’t armed.
And in good news for San Joaquin County almond growers, the USDA forecasts a 3% increase in almond production statewide this year compared to 2024.
Thanks for spending a few minutes of your weekend with us and catching up on the news.
Today’s top story
Things to do in Stockton this weekend: Cherries, jiujitsu, dance and dirt track thrills
By Daniel Garza • Stocktonia
As May rolls on, this weekend is packed with family festivals, fierce competition and creative performances across San Joaquin County. Whether you’re into cherries, culture or competition, there’s no shortage of action around town.
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Man killed by sheriff’s deputies on rooftop warned he was armed, video shows. But he wasn’t
Gregory Fitzgerald repeatedly threatened to kill deputies before pulling an object that looked like a handgun, video from the Sheriff’s Office shows.
Almond joy: San Joaquin County gets good news about valuable crop
The U.S. Department of Agriculture forecasts a 3% increase in almond production statewide this year compared to 2024.
Lodi farmers market kicks off season with food, fun and community
The streets of downtown Lodi came alive Thursday night as the Lodi Certified Farmers Market kicked off its 2025 season, offering visitors a mix of local produce, small business vendors and community connection.
Top California news
A group of freshman Democrats wants to let citizens sue Elon Musk over DOGE cuts
The proposed Protect Our Constitution and Communities Act would allow people to sue the government over decisions that block approved spending.
Republicans are about to overrule parliamentarian on California EV law. Dems say it’s a warning sign
GOP senators want to overturn an electric vehicle law in California via the Congressional Review Act.
No cuts for schools, more funding for early literacy in Newsom’s revised budget
The 3% cut to CSU and UC was smaller than the systems had expected, good news at an uncertain time.
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