Health Care

Palliative Care Gets A Boost in San Joaquin, Stanislaus Counties

November 16, 2017 | Sammy Caiola

Medi-Cal beneficiaries in San Joaquin and Stanislaus County are getting better coverage when it comes to chronic pain.

San Joaquin County's Only Trauma Center Up And Running

May 9, 2017 | Rich Ibarra

San Joaquin County’s only trauma center is up and running at full strength after a partial shutdown last year due to a staffing shortage.

Central Valley Middle Schoolers Have 'Dinner With A Scientist'

November 8, 2016 | Rich Ibarra

More than 200 middle and high school students from San Joaquin County got the chance to see what a career in science, technology, engineering, or math might be like.

Trauma Center Serving San Joaquin County Reopened

November 7, 2016 | Rich Ibarra

The trauma center serving San Joaquin County reopened over the weekend after being closed for over a month because of inadequate staffing.

San Joaquin Offers Rebate For More Efficient Lawn Mowers

May 26, 2016 | Rich Ibarra

The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is offering to replace old gas-powered lawnmowers with a new zero emission electric mower.

Stockton Horse Racing Coming Across Its final Finish Line

April 20, 2016 | Rich Ibarra

Low attendance and shrinking revenue have spelled the end for horse racing in Stockton which has been a part of the San Joaquin County Fair in Stockton for over 150 years.

State Government

Stockton City Council Looks To Fill Vacant District 4 Seat

February 23, 2016 | Rich Ibarra

Tonight, the Stockton City Council will appoint a new councilmember to fill the District 4 seat that was left vacant when Moses Zapien was appointed to the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors.

Food and Sustainability

San Joaquin Crops Jump In Value

October 22, 2015 | Rich Ibarra

San Joaquin County's Annual Crop report shows last year set a record with an almost 9 percent jump in the crop value to $3.23 billion.

Environment

San Joaquin County Prepares For El Niño Storms

September 1, 2015 | Rich Ibarra

Weather forecasters are predicting a strong El Niño for parts of California this winter and lasting through early spring. While it could bring much needed rain, it could also cause problems.