Good morning, Stockton.

Kay Ruhstaller, CEO of the Family Resource Center, was named the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award winner on Sept.

3 in Stockton—she is recognized for her leadership in mentoring local women and supporting community programs. She will formally receive the award at the 38th annual ATHENA Awards Luncheon on Nov. 20.

Last weekend, the third annual Seafood and Soul Festival took place at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds in Stockton.

Families enjoyed southern food and live tunes as vendors served dishes like fried fish and collard greens—mixing African American and Caribbean flavors in a warm, community event.

Stockton police said that on Tuesday just after 6 p.m. near Doray Court and Pixie Drive, a man in a foot pursuit dropped his loaded handgun and tried to retrieve it, so officers fired their weapons and he was taken to a local hospital with his condition unknown—investigators from multiple agencies are now examining the case.

Federal agents raided a Sacramento Home Depot in July and arrested 11 individuals; court records show four had criminal histories and an 18-year-old asylum seeker was held in Stockton before being sent back to Sacramento—officials say more raids are coming.

Tonight, the Stockton City Council will vote on removing Patricia Barrett from the Climate Action Plan Advisory Committee and replacing her with Kristine Williams following Mayor Christina Fugazi's request.

The council will also vote on its third update to the grand jury report that criticized the 209 Times for allegedly undermining the local democratic process — the open session starts at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.

At Tuesday’s Stockton City Council meeting, members voted 4—3 to remove homelessness advocate Patricia Barrett after heated debate, and the meeting ended nearly two hours earlier than usual.

The council also approved changes to follow a Grand Jury report on threats from a local media page using the city’s workplace violence policy.

Eight years of cost overruns on Stockton's City Hall relocation exposed major problems in city oversight—experts blame poor inspections, pandemic inflation and last-minute change orders.

City leaders plan to reform contract policies to improve accountability and transparency.

Data from Zumper shows that Stockton apartment rental listings reached a median of $1,666 in August—a 4% increase from last year's $1,595 and slightly lower than last month's $1,700 price.

One-bedroom listings remained at $1,250 while two-bedroom listings hit $1,690, with local rents staying well below state and national medians.

Lodi Grape Festival

8 p.m. — Lodi Grape Festival Grounds — $12 Adult, $8 Youth — Celebrate the grape harvest with entertainment, food, and rides.

Gospel Goes Classical Symphony

6-10 p.m. — CMC Delta College Health Center — Charity Gala — Experience a stunning fusion of gospel and classical music with renowned artists at this extraordinary event.

Family Day at the Park

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Weber Point Events Center — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fun with a parade, live music, and activities for the whole family.

Pumpkin Maze at Dell’Osso Family Farm

12-7 p.m. — Dell’Osso Family Farm — General admission required — Get lost in California’s biggest pumpkin maze and enjoy family-friendly attractions!

Fleetwood Mask Tribute Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the only Fleetwood Mac tribute endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself.

Beetlejuice Screening

2-5 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Tickets available online — Enjoy a cult classic with live organ music before the film.

Revival Nights Tour featuring We The Kingdom

7-8:30 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — Tickets available — Experience a night of revival and incredible music with Zach Williams and friends.

Trunk O' Treat 2025

4-7 p.m. — Micke Grove Park — $10 special event parking — Enjoy a spooktacular evening with decorated cars, crafts, games, and plenty of candy for the kids.