We stand in solidarity with all immigrant and migrant communities and reaffirm our commitment to protecting human rights, promoting equity, and resisting any efforts to divide our communities through fear and misinformation. Los Angeles will continue to be a city of refuge, resistance, and resilience.

We are writing to share news of a leadership transition at PREVAIL. After years of dedicated service, our Chief Executive Officer, Krista Fiser, has stepped down from her role to step into another key position
of leadership within our community. While we will miss her presence at PREVAIL, we are thrilled that her passion for advocacy and systems-level change will continue to make an impact beyond our walls. Her transition is a testament to her ongoing commitment to building safer, more equitable communities — and we look forward to continued collaboration in her new capacity.

The City of Stockton is proud to announce the return of its annual Residential Clean Sweep Program, a free bulky waste pickup service available to residents living in single-family homes, duplexes, or triplexes within city limits. The program runs February through October, offering residents an opportunity to responsibly dispose of large household items and help keep Stockton clean.

The Stockton Fire Department has added a new truck company at Station No. 7.  Please join the Stockton Fire Department and City officials for a celebration and dedication on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., at Station No. 7, 1767 W. Hammer Lane, Stockton, 95207.

Phonxay Keokham, San Joaquin County Treasurer-Tax Collector, hereby announces that fiscal year 2024-25 annual secured tax bills have been mailed to all property owners at the addresses shown on the tax roll.

The Stockton Lantern Festival was awarded Gold for Best New Festival at the prestigious International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA) Pinnacle Awards this past week in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Additionally, the Stockton Lantern Festival and media partner, Visit Stockton, received gold in five major categories, highlighting the team’s dedication to delivering an extraordinary and memorable event.

The Reynolds Gallery at the University of the Pacific is excited to announce Stockton Seen, an exhibition highlighting the collaborative spirit and artistic legacy of four distinguished faculty artists: Larry Walker, Barbara Flaherty, Carla Malone, and Chisato Nishioka Watanabe.

San Joaquin County Public Health Services has confirmed a West Nile Virus (WNV) infection in San Joaquin County. This is the first confirmed human case in the county for 2024, and the 28th reported human case in California for this year. The 57-year-old male Stockton resident has received medical services at a Sacramento area healthcare facility.

The Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation is proud to share that Patty and Wayne Judge have received the 2024 George and Barbara Bush Little League Parents of the Year. Patty and Wayne are the parents of ALL RISE Founder, New York Yankees Captain and Outfielder. The Award was presented by Little League International at the2024 MLB Little League Classic on August 18, 2024, in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

Lisa Vela is the CEO of the San Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, bringing over 25 years of experience in multi-language broadcasting, digital marketing, and strategic management.