Stanislaus supervisors approve $1.3 million for Newman affordable housing rehabilitation
MODESTO — The Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday night approved more than $4.2 million in state and federal housing funds, including a major allocation to rehabilitate a 48‑unit affordable housing complex in Newman. The board voted to award up to $2.9 million in federal HOME Investment...
Modesto neighborhood getting major improvements. How the $17M will be spent
Major infrastructure upgrades in southwest Modesto’s Bret Harte neighborhood were celebrated Wednesday afternoon by elected officials and community members. “This is exciting,” said David Leamon, Stanislaus County director of public works. “It’s super neat that we get to do this ceremony.” The unincorporated...
Looking for scenic walking trails? Check out 6 hotspots in Stanislaus County
Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to get out and get active? In a recent Modesto Reddit thread, user Some_Acanthaceae_688 asked: “Where do you guys like to go on runs ?” “I normally run around my neighborhood, but I’m getting tired of it,” Some_Acanthaceae_688 wrote. If you’re feeling the same way, the Modesto...
Valley Link train aims to connect San Joaquin County to Bay Area
With San Joaquin County experiencing growth, there are plans in the works to connect the county to the Bay Area with a new train: the Valley Link.
Macy’s to close 2 California stores as part of strategic overhaul
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Macy's Inc. confirmed that two California stores are among the 14 stores set to close in the coming months. The West Valley Mall location in Tracy and another in La Mesa will begin clearance sales, expected to begin in mid-January. The closure of non-go-forward store...
Matute Brings the ‘Disco Stereo Tour’ to Stockton for One-Night Retro Party
Downtown Stockton is set to groove this spring as internationally acclaimed band Matute brings its high-energy Disco Stereo Tour to the historic Bob Hope Theatre on Friday, April 17, 2026. Known for their electrifying live performances and vibrant tributes to the biggest hits of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, Matute...
Merced Sheriff: Winton man forced victim to bury dog after shooting, killing it
WINTON, Calif. — A Winton man was arrested after deputies say he shot and killed his friend’s dog and then forced him, at gunpoint, to bury it. According to the Merced County Sheriff’s Office, animal services received a report on Jan. 12 about an alleged animal cruelty incident at a Winton home. The reporting party...
Holiday movie being filmed outdoors in Riverbank. Where, when to check it out
You may have just finished watching all those romantic Christmas movies, such as the ones shown on Hallmark, Lifetime and Netflix. But there’s always next year to pick up the tradition. And someone currently is filming in Riverbank. According to Virginia Still, administrative clerk for the Riverbank Parks and...
Turlock police seek community members to advise chief
Turlock’s police chief is seeking community members to serve on the advisory board that provides input to the department. The Community Advisory Board to the Chief of Police is made up of residents who offer insight, perspective and recommendations to Police Chief Jason Hedden. The board first met in 2021 and...
‘Rare chance to be part of comedy history.’ Jo Koy to film Stockton shows...
Jo Koy will be returning to Stockton this weekend for two special tapings at the Adventist Health Arena. The widely recognized stand-up comedian and actor will be in town for two shows starting at 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16 and 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17. The Stockton shows will be taped for Netflix. Doors open at 7 p.m....
