More signups needed for April 25 Love Modesto. Volunteer projects for all ages
Love Modesto, the citywide volunteer day, is set for April 25 with a goal of bringing people together through volunteering. More than 3,000 volunteers are expected to work on 80-plus projects in Modesto . In addition, more than a dozen other cities and towns will be improving their communities. Jeff Pishney, chief executive officer and founder of Love Modesto, said more than 8,000 residents...
First-gen beat self-doubt, is SJ County star counselor to watch
A Ripon Unified School District counselor said being named San Joaquin County School Counselor of the Year is both a professional validation and a deeply personal milestone after years of overcoming self-doubt and supporting students through academic and emotional challenges. Frank Martinez, who works at Weston Elementary School and began the role in 2021, earned a bachelor's degree in history in 2012 before...
Mountain lion tranquilized in Merced not believed to be same animal spotted in Gustine,...
GUSTINE — A mountain lion spotted in a tree along Cottonwood Creek in north Merced on April 3 was safely tranquilized and relocated by state wildlife officials, but biologists say the animal is likely not the same lion recorded on home security cameras in Gustine late last month. Merced...
Lockdowns at multiple Modesto school lifted after police investigate suspicious package
(FOX40.COM) — Lockdowns at multiple schools in Modesto were lifted Tuesday morning after officers investigated a suspicious package, the Modesto Police Department said. MPD made a social media post just before 9 a.m., informing the community of their investigation into a suspicious package in the 1200 block of Woodrow Avenue. The schools nearby were placed […]
Stockton: Police K-9 Helps Arrest Woman Accused Of Pointing Gun At Cars
A woman was arrested Monday morning in Stockton after she allegedly pointed a firearm at passing vehicles in the city before being taken down by a K-9 unit, police said. Officers with the Stockton Police Department responded at 7:11 a.m. to reports of a person waving a gun near Weber Avenue and El Dorado Street in the city's Civic District. When officers...
🚔 Stanislaus County Public Safety Jobs – Multiple Openings Now Hiring
Stanislaus County has several great openings in public safety right now. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, there are solid opportunities to serve your community and build a stable career.
Pacific softball coach returns to international stage
Stockton, CA (FOX40) — University of the Pacific softball assistant coach Keilani Ricketts-Tumanuvao is a Women’s College World Series champion and has spent over a decade playing professionally. However, after a five-year break from international play, the San Jose native has been called back to represent Team USA this summer. Ricketts-Tumanuvao will join the national […]
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Manteca — Furniture, Plants & More
Looking for something useful without spending a dime? Manteca neighbors are giving away a few great items this week — from furniture to plants and more. Check out what’s available below!
Multi-agency operation in Knights Ferry leads to 8 arrests in suspected drug house investigation
TUOLUMNE COUNTY, Calif. — Eight people were arrested following a multi-agency investigation and search of a suspected drug house in Knights Ferry, according to the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office. The Tuolumne County Narcotics Team (TNT) had been investigating a residence in the 18000 block of Kennedy Road, near...
Stockton Police Arrest Suspect in Connection with Fatal Shooting on April 7
STOCKTON, CA — Police have arrested an individual in connection with a fatal shooting on Pacific Avenue earlier this week. According to a press release by the Stockton Police Department, officers responded early on the morning of Tuesday, April 7, to the 7600 block of Pacific Ave. to investigate a report of someone being shot.
