Byrd Investigation Ends with Clear Conflict of Interest Vote
“No man is allowed to be a judge in his own cause, because his interest would certainly bias his judgment, and, not improbably, corrupt his integrity.” James Madison. In a stunning moment during which he was permitted to vote against further inquiry into the virtually certain probability he pumped Modesto Irrigation...
Modesto unveils plans for minimal to aggressive growth as far as Ladd Rd. in...
Modesto city planners have unveiled options for minimal to competitive growth as the city progresses with a general plan overhaul. According to the land use alternatives presented at a workshop Tuesday, the most aggressive growth option would carpet the agricultural area north of Kiernan Avenue to Ladd Road with...
Stanislaus County offers new hires up to $10K sign-on bonus. See available jobs
Looking to kick off the new year with a new career? Stanislaus County is hiring. The county is offering both full-time and part-time positions across a wide range of fields, from accounting and health care to public works. According to the county website, full-time employees receive competitive pay along with...
Stockton City Council Approves $8 Million Violence Prevention Grant Amid Community Grief and Debate
Stockton City Council has accepted an $8 million violence-prevention grant following a mass shooting that killed three children and a 21-year-old man, KCRA reports. The funding will support three limited-term positions, including a supervisor and outreach workers in the city’s Office of Violence Prevention, as part...
MID Director’s Vote is a Clear Violation of the Brown Act
When Modesto Irrigation District (MID) Attorney Frank Splendorio and General Manager Jimi Netniss remained silent while Director Larry Byrd voted in a clear conflict of interest, they tacitly enabled a violation of California’s Brown and Public Reform Acts (PRA). California’s Brown Act is the law that governs public...
Modesto Irrigation District Board split on alleged water misuse probe
(FOX40.COM) — The Modesto Irrigation District Board of Directors has voted not to move forward with any additional investigation following allegations that one of their own members improperly used district water outside of MID boundaries. The vote came after a months-long third-party investigation and a divided 2-2...
Stanislaus sheriff-led training helps places of worship be both welcoming, secure
Hundreds of faith leaders and volunteers from across Stanislaus County and beyond gathered this week for a Sheriff’s Office-led workshop focused on helping places of worship prepare for emergencies ranging from medical incidents to active threats. The Sheriff’s Office hosted its second faith-based security workshop...
A cute, sourdough-focused café has opened in Stanislaus County. Take a look inside
After I wrote a story saying Matkat Café would be coming to Oakdale, I found out the owner is my mother-in-law’s sister. So I took her with me when I went to check it out after it opened. Katie Hudson celebrated the grand opening of her café Nov. 8. Opening a brick and mortar to accompany her sourdough bread business...
Stockton mental health leaders gather to share support options weeks after mass shooting
Organizations from the local NAACP branch to individual therapists gathered in Stockton Thursday to share that they are here for support.
Nonprofit claims 21-day gang ceasefire reached in Stockton as leaders push back
Stockton officials are questioning a Texas nonprofit’s claim of a 21-day gang truce and warn that public safety cannot rely on unverified agreements following a mass shooting that left four dead and 13 injured . The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation (YPJF) , formerly known as the Uvalde Foundation for Kids, said it...
