Announcing new builds for 2 October 2026

On 2 October 2026, Windows Blog announced the release of new Windows 11 Insider Preview builds for the Beta and Experimental channels. Simultaneously, the Peninsula Beacon reported that Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation to advance the Midway Rising redevelopment, which includes parks, retail, housing, and an arena. Additional local news covered San Diego garbage-fee errors, Point Loma District 2 candidate forums, Ocean Beach Library renovations, and the return of a Y2K-themed Oktoberfest event.