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Stephanie Ramirez

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Stephanie Ramirez is a senior California reporter for Times Media Service, based in Sacramento, California. Ramirez covers California elections and state politics, including government decisions and public policy and the practical effects on residents across the state. Ramirez holds a master's degree in communication with a focus on journalism and grew up in Sacramento, California.

Stories by Stephanie Ramirez

7 explainers

  1. September 2026

    3 stories: 3 explainers

  2. Thu

    Explainer · Election · Rocklin

    Rocklin Unified School Board Election Draws Six Candidates for Three Trustee Areas

    Six candidates are running for three Rocklin Unified school board seats in the Nov. 3, 2026, election, with a $288 million bond on the ballot.

  3. Fri

    Explainer · Election · Rocklin

    Rocklin City Council 2026: Three candidates seek two seats

  4. Fri

    Explainer · Election · California

    From Chino Valley School Board to Statewide Ballot: Sonja Shaw’s 2026 Bid

  5. August 2026

    4 stories: 4 explainers

  6. Sun

    Explainer · Crime and Justice · United States

    Pocatello council weighs what Flock cameras deliver — and what they collect

    The Pocatello City Council is reviewing the police department's use of Flock Safety license plate readers over privacy and cost concerns in Idaho.

  7. Thu

    Explainer · Politics · Rocklin

    Rocklin Delays Sierra Wilds Vote as Housing Fight Deepens

  8. Mon

    Explainer · Environment · California

    Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after more than three weeks of intensive care

  9. Sat

    Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · California

    Levitt AMP Colusa Wraps Fourth Season With Marty O’Reilly Trio Concert

    The Marty O’Reilly Trio performs free Aug. 6 concert at Veterans Memorial Park in Colusa, closing the 2026 Levitt AMP series.