Professional arena football is making its way back to Stockton, bringing with it the speed, energy, and hard-hitting excitement that once helped make the sport a fan favorite in the 209.

The Stockton Cargo SC found their finishing touch in the second half and delivered their strongest all-around performance of the young season Saturday night, defeating Pleasanton Rage SC 3-0 in front of 503 fans at Sanguinetti Field at St. Mary’s High School.

Stockton is getting an early holiday gift this year, and it comes wrapped in glitter, comedy, music, and fabulous costumes. “A Drag Queen Christmas,” the world’s longest-running drag tour, is coming to the historic Bob Hope Theatre in Downtown Stockton on Friday, December 11, 2026, promising a festive night of high-energy entertainment and holiday sparkle.

San Joaquin Regional Transit District has welcomed Eric Williams back to the agency as its new chief operating officer, bringing a mix of transit experience, grant oversight and community-focused leadership to the role.

The energy was high Saturday night at Sanguinetti Field as 750 fans packed St. Mary’s High School to welcome Stockton Cargo SC back home for its USL W League home opener.

For three decades, Health Plan of San Joaquin has been part of the local healthcare safety net, helping families, seniors, children, and individuals across the region connect with the care and services they need.

Stockton hockey fans, it is time to get excited. After years of waiting, hoping, and asking for the sport’s return, professional hockey is officially coming back to Adventist Health Arena. A new team is preparing to make Stockton its home this fall, bringing back the fast-paced action, family fun, and electric game-night energy that local fans have been missing.

The Stockton Cargo SC began their 2026 USL W League season right where they left off — competing hard, showing resilience, and finding a way to keep their regular season unbeaten streak alive.

The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others will bring the sounds of blockbuster films to Downtown Stockton on December 17. Stockton movie fans, music lovers, and families will have a chance to experience some of the most powerful film music ever written when The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others comes to the Bob Hope Theatre on Thursday, December 17, 2026.

As more families across Stockton and San Joaquin County turn to local food assistance, the Emergency Food Bank is preparing for a major expansion that will help meet the growing need with greater efficiency, dignity, and care.