As the winter season arrives, many residents look forward to celebrations, family gatherings and time to reflect. Yet for others—especially those managing mental health conditions, substance use recovery, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD)—the holidays can intensify feelings of stress, loneliness, or emotional fatigue.

San Joaquin County Health Care Services Agency shares community resources in the wake of mass shooting.

The San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters office officially certified the November 4, 2025, Special Election results. The final turnout for this election totaled 188,443 ballots cast, representing 46.66 percent of the 403,835 registered voters in San Joaquin County.

Fay Vieira has been appointed BHS Director by the Board of Supervisors. She brings more than 17 years of experience in behavioral health.

The newly expanded Recorder-County Clerk satellite office in Lathrop now serves as an authorized U.S. Passport Acceptance Facility, offering both passport application processing and photo services. The addition of these services provides residents with a more convenient local option for obtaining or renewing passports.