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Councilman Ramon Yepez 2026 Vision For Lodi
As the year draws to a close, Lodi City Councilman Ramon Yepez has unveiled a bold roadmap for the city’s future—one that aims to marry innovation with responsiveness, and economic growth with social care.
Tragedy in Louisville: UPS Flight 2976 Crash
A devastating cargo plane crash near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport has left the community reeling after UPS Flight 2976 went down shortly after takeoff on November 4, 2025, killing at least 14 people and leaving several others still missing. This represents the deadliest incident in UPS Airlines' history and has raised serious questions about the aging McDonnell Douglas MD-11 freighter fleet.
Federal Food and Housing Assistance - California, San Joaquin County and Lodi
The "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBBA) primarily targeted the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), enacting significant changes to its rules. This report will provide an overview of the federal government's food assistance programs, including SNAP, CalFresh, and housing assistance in California, San Joaquin County, and Lodi, California.
US and Venezuela: October 2025 Update
As of October 2025, US-Venezuela tensions have escalated significantly following US strikes on civilian boats allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela. Since September 1-2, 2025, the US has conducted multiple strikes killing at least 43 people, though no evidence of drugs has been publicly provided. The US has deployed its largest military presence in Latin America in decades
The History of Zinfandel in Lodi: California's Zinfandel Capital
On October 15, 2025, the Lodi City Council officially proclaimed Lodi as the Zinfandel Capital of the World, acknowledging the region's historic vineyards and its production of a significant share of California's premium Zinfandel. This formal recognition solidifies what the region has long claimed, honoring over 150 years of winemaking heritage centered on America's most distinctive wine grape.
Understanding Antifa and No Kings Protests
What are the facts behind Antifa and the No Kings Protests? Are the groups related? How are they organized? What incidents, arrests and violence have occurred at previous events or protests?
Colombian Crime Ring Arrests in Lodi
Four Colombian nationals were arrested early Thursday morning, October 16, 2025, following a dramatic standoff at Lodi Pawn and Jewelry on West Lodi Avenue. The arrests came after an alarm at the pawn shop alerted both Lodi police and Sacramento County Sheriff's detectives, who had been surveilling the group since September
Grocery Price Trends in Lodi - October 2025
Lodi and San Joaquin County families are experiencing mixed grocery price trends in October 2025, with an overall slight increase of 1.3% in the typical grocery basket since January. While this is significantly better than California's statewide 3.3% food inflation rate, several key items have seen price swings exceeding 1%.
City Council Meeting Overview - Oct 15, 2025
The Council meets at 6:30 p.m. (Closed Session) and 7:00 p.m. (Regular Session) at the Carnegie Forum. The agenda includes labor negotiations in Closed Session; multiple proclamations and recognitions; a Consent Calendar with contracts, plan updates, funding appropriations, and appointments; a public hearing on Development Code amendments; and Regular Calendar presentations and discussions.
US Involvement in Argentina
The Trump administration has executed a major financial intervention to support Argentina, finalizing a $20 billion currency swap framework and directly purchasing Argentine pesos on October 9, 2025. This intervention represents one of the most significant US financial commitments to a Latin American country in recent years.
US Involvement in Venezuela
The United States’ recent escalation against Venezuela blends drug-war justifications with geopolitical and energy interests. Data shows Venezuela’s direct role in US-bound drugs is minimal compared to Mexico, while sanctions and selective licensing underscore oil and great-power competition considerations.
Federal Energy Cuts Derail Lodi's Clean Energy Ambitions
The Trump administration's sweeping cancellation of clean energy funding has dealt a devastating blow to Lodi's ambitious plans to become a national leader in hydrogen energy production and grid modernization, with the Department of Energy withdrawing $35 million earmarked for Lodi’s groundbreaking hydrogen facility.
Lodi's Leadership Crisis: City Moves to Remove Carney
Lodi’s City Council has initiated proceedings to remove City Manager Scott Carney while Acting City Manager James Lindsay nears his CalPERS 960-hour cap, creating urgent pressure to finalize interim leadership and accelerate the permanent city manager search.
Access Centers in Northern California
Lodi’s Access Center is under construction, seeking a new operator and planning to open in Spring 2026. Modesto’s Access Center faces an uncertain future. Which other California cities have Access Centers and do they face the same challengs as Modesto?
Chevron El Segundo Refinery Fire
On Thursday, October 2, 2025, a massive explosion and fire erupted at the Chevron El Segundo refinery in Los Angeles County at approximately 9:30 PM PDT. The blast produced 300-foot flames visible for miles across the South Bay, with witnesses reporting what felt like a small earthquake. This report explores the potential impact of the fire on California’s already stressed refineries and fuel production.
Dog Grooming Services in Lodi
This report examines dog grooming services in Lodi, California, including physical locations and mobile groomers, their pricing structures, business ratings across multiple platforms, concerns regarding subscription plans, and regulatory compliance issues. The research reveals significant price variations between traditional brick-and-mortar establishments and mobile grooming services, with mobile groomers typically charging 2-3 times more than physical locations but offering convenience and personalized service.
City Council Meeting - October 1, 2025
The Lodi City Council will convene its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Carnegie Forum, following a closed session beginning at 5:00 p.m. The closed session will address serious legal matters, including significant anticipated litigation involving City Manager Scott Carney.
Lodi Access Center: October 2025 Update
The Lodi Access Center permanent facility is currently under construction at 710 North Sacramento Street, with completion targeted for early 2026. However, the project faces significant cost overruns. Originally budgeted at $9.8 million, construction costs have increased to $11.8 million as of August 2025 due to unforeseen environmental issues.
California's Homeowners Insurance Crisis: A 2025 Update
The California homeowners insurance market faces unprecedented strain in 2025, with insurers reducing coverage, rising FAIR Plan reliance, and wild rate disparities. Lodi and San Joaquin County remain lower-cost havens, but the situation is volatile statewide.
Federal Shutdown Crisis: San Joaquin County Faces Economic Storm
With just three days until the federal government runs out of funding at midnight on September 30, 2025, San Joaquin County and Lodi stand at the epicenter of a potential economic and social crisis that could ripple through every corner of the community. The looming shutdown threatens to upend the lives of thousands of federal workers, disrupt critical services, and deliver a devastating blow to the San Joaquin County economy.