Friday, July 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Stockton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Park at 401 W. Worth St. closed on July 7 for complete renovations that will add a community garden, playground and swing area—restrooms, picnic shelter, public art, adult fitness area, basketball courts, ADA pathway and lighting improvements. Stockbridge General Contracting began work using a $3.35 million Proposition 68 grant, and construction is expected to finish by spring 2026. The Stockton Record
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Stockton Food Bank suffered four fires in one month—two of which were arson incidents—and faced thousands of dollars in damages to donated items and property, prompting cleanup efforts and enhanced security measures. Stocktonia
- ➤ On Thursday, Stockton police responded just after 3 p.m. to the 300 block of San Carlos Way where they found a 60-year-old man stabbed — he was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries while a suspect was detained as the investigation continued. KCRA
- ➤ On July 13, about 36 of nearly 40 peacocks disappeared from the Ryde Hotel in Walnut Grove after a customer spotted two men with a cage in a pickup—staff said the loss made the hotel very quiet—and police are checking off-camera evidence while management—who have long cared for the birds—will upgrade security before replacing them. The Stockton Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a Monday meeting, Stockton port commissioners canceled the planned hydrogen plant after environmental groups argued the project would produce dirty hydrogen and worsen air quality. BayoTech, the company behind the proposal (which must complete an environmental impact report before building at a new site), did not comment further. Stocktonia
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Stockton Mayor Kevin Lincoln said he will run against Rep. Josh Harder for the 9th Congressional District seat in the 2026 election. He lost by a small number last time and focused on cutting crime and homelessness as mayor—Harder’s campaign said Lincoln let those problems grow. The Stockton Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HealthForce Partners California announced last week it will operate as an independent nonprofit to ease the healthcare workforce shortage by offering paid internships, scholarships and clinical supervision for local students. The group has supported over 80 internships and more than $1 million in scholarships while partnering with regional colleges and community organizations in Stockton and San Joaquin County — efforts aimed at addressing a gap that has grown over decades. Stocktonia
MENTAL HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On July 24, Stockton expanded access to mental health, substance use and housing services with new initiatives funded by a national opioid settlement and federal COVID-era relief funds—officials said the measures will soon benefit residents. Stocktonia
SPORTS NEWS
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Summer Soul and Funk Concert
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Jessie's Grove Winery — $45 — Experience a soulful tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire with vibes on the grass and food trucks around.
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Coffee & Real Estate Meetup
9-10 a.m. — Panera Bread — Free to all — Engage in conversations about real estate opportunities in the Stockton area.
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National Night Out in Downtown Stockton
6:15-8:30 p.m. — Banner Island Ballpark — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with carnival games, workshops, and live music at this family-friendly event.
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Classic Car Show at Stockton Sailing Club
4-8 p.m. — Stockton Sailing Club — Portion of proceeds to charity — Enjoy classic cars, food, and a great day on the Delta.
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Teo Gonzalez & Mario Aguilar Live Show
9 PM – 12 AM — The Bob Hope Theatre — Check event page for pricing — Experience a comedy clash of the generations with Teo González and Mario Aguilar.
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Kanwar Grewal Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Check FAQ for details — Experience the spiritually charged vocals and unique blend of Sufi and Punjabi folk music by Kanwar Grewal.
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Stockton Latin Comedy Festival - Carlos Mencia
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — Tickets available — Celebrate Latin comedy with performances from top comedians and a special tribute to Paul Rodriguez Sr.
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