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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.

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7 explainers

  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

    4 stories: 4 explainers

  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. July 2026

    2 stories: 2 explainers

  9. Wed

    Explainer · Arts and Entertainment · United States

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

  10. Sun

    Explainer · Education · California

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

    California high school students may face standardized testing again as the University of California reconsiders SAT and ACT admission requirements.