Skip to content

Author

Stephanie Ramirez

Write to Stephanie

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

14 stories

  1. September 2026

    1 story: 1 explainer

  2. Fri

    Explainer · Election · California

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

    Chino Valley board president Sonja Shaw led California's June primary and will face Richard Barrera in the November superintendent race.

  3. August 2026

    5 stories: 4 explainers, 1 news story

  4. Sun

    Explainer · Education · California

    Why California schools are returning unspent Prop. 28 arts money

  5. Sun

    Explainer · Business and Finance · California

    California Pizza Kitchen’s rise, bankruptcy and comeback, explained by co-founder Rick Rosenfield

  6. Tue

    Explainer · Education · California

    What California’s SB 1133 could mean for school health lessons

    California students could receive new lessons on sleep, nutrition, and digital balance under SB 1133, which awaits Gov. Newsom's signature.

  7. Mon

    Explainer · Environment · California

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

  8. Sun

    News: Education · California

    California Schools Face New All-Gender Restroom Requirement Under SB 760

  9. July 2026

    8 stories: 2 explainers, 6 news stories

  10. Wed

    Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · United States

    Terrible’s reopens Primm Valley Casino with no resort fees after rapid takeover

    Terrible's reopened Primm Valley Casino on July 22 with 250 hotel rooms, 422 gaming machines, and no resort fees after a rapid takeover.

  11. Sun

    Explainer · Education · California

    UC reopens the SAT and ACT question. Here’s what that means for California students

  12. Fri

    News: Arts and Entertainment · California

    OC Fair opens in Costa Mesa with monthlong run of rides, food and live entertainment

  13. Wed

    News: Health · United States

    Officials investigate possible Taco Bell link as Michigan points to lettuce in parasite outbreak

  14. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Official Senate pages list Lindsey Graham as active senator and Budget Committee chairman

  15. Mon

    News: Crime and Justice · California

    Newsom blames Trump for DOJ probe, but reports say California inquiry began before his accusation

  16. Mon

    News: Crime and Justice · California

    Newport Beach police arrest 402 during chaotic Fourth of July celebrations

    Newport Beach police arrested 402 people during Fourth of July celebrations on the Balboa Peninsula after an unlawful assembly was declared.

  17. Mon

    News: Sports · California

    FIFA clears Balogun for Belgium match after suspending red-card ban