Grand opening of Inspiration Park in Stockton
The City of Stockton held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Inspiration Park on February 7, 2026 at 7149 Scott Creek Drive in north Stockton. The park is located near Westlake Drive and was dedicated to honor Stockton Police Officer Jimmy Inn and Stockton Fire Captain Vidal “Max” Fortuna, who both lost...
New CENCAL Ambulance Responds in Lodi
A newly branded CENCAL Fire and EMS Authority ambulance responded to a cardiac arrest in the City of Lodi, marking the first response under the region’s new emergency medical system. The full service launch begins May 1, supported by American Medical Response as the ambulance provider. More ambulances will shift to...
Cat Adoption Fair at West Valley Mall
Residents can meet teen and adult cats looking for homes at an Adoption Fair inside the West Valley Mall from noon to 4 p.m. in the Target Wing. Cats like Reef and other rescues will be available for adoption. Additional adoptable cats can also be visited daily at the Petsmart Adoption Center during store hours.
Stockton Police Report 5 Major Incidents on Mar 28
Stockton Police recorded 954 calls for service on March 28, 2026, including several violent crimes:. Robbery (3:30 p.m.) – A 28-year-old woman was robbed while sitting in her car on the 4500 block of North Pershing Avenue in the Lakeview District. She was not hurt. Suspects: two unknown race males.
Gentle dog Oso available for adoption in Stockton
Oso, a large and friendly dog, is available for adoption or fostering through the Stockton Animal Shelter. He is described as gentle, loyal, and ready to join a loving home. For adoption or foster information, email [email protected].
Nurses will receive double-digit wage increases at Stanislaus-area hospitals
The California Nurses Association said Friday that registered nurses at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto and two other area hospitals ratified a new three-year employment contract. The contract affects about 3,000 nurses at Doctors of Modesto, Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock, Doctors Hospital of Manteca, San Ramon...
Sheriff’s office launches investigation into alleged RV sales fraud in San Joaquin County
(FOX40.COM) — Authorities are investigating a Lockeford recreational vehicle business after receiving reports of possible fraudulent sales involving consigned RVs, according to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said the investigation into Carson Pass RV began March 14 after officials were...
What happens after Modesto’s red-light cameras capture your info? It’s complicated
Cameras across Modesto capture, store and transfer personal information for law enforcement purposes. But concerns over that data’s security, and how it’s being used, remain. Earlier this month, the Modesto Police Department found that data from automatic license place readers (ALPRs) was unintentionally shared with...
Deadly Escalon-Bellota Crash Kills Modesto Biker, Severely Injures Passenger
Yesterday's ride on Escalon-Bellota Road ended in tragedy when a motorcycle crashed into a pickup towing a livestock trailer, killing the rider and leaving his passenger with major injuries, according to authorities. The man was pronounced dead at the scene, and the woman riding with him was rushed to a hospital with...
Huge Fish Hauled From Riverbank by Crane
Took the kids to skip rocks under the Broad Street bridge, and the river smelled extra briny, like low tide mixed with mud. Down the path, a utility truck had its boom extended over a slick, silver-gray shape along the bank. It was wider than our picnic table and had a long tail curling into the shallows. Seeing it...

















