Turlock police, school officials warn parents after confiscating vape devices at Junior High
(FOX40.COM) — Turlock Police Department officials and school staff are urging parents to speak with their children about vaping and tobacco use after a large number of vaping devices and tobacco-related products were confiscated at Turlock Junior High School during the current school year. According to police, the item
Update: CHP working two crashes involving big rigs on Interstate 5 in Stanislaus
The California Highway Patrol advises drivers to expect a delay on northbound Interstate 5 in the Patterson area as it deals with two collisions involving big rigs. The collisions occurred between Fink and Sperry roads. The first crash happened at about 5:45 a.m., near Fink Road and was a solo incident as the big rig v
Things to Do | May 29-31, 2026
The final weekend of May features community traditions, live sports and outdoor events across Stockton and Lodi. From a multiday dog show and tailgate celebration to racing, live music and local festivals, here’s what’s happening May 29-31. Read on for a sampling of events from Visit Stockton, Stocktonia’s...
Man arrested after 3 people, including an infant, found fatally stabbed
(FOX40.COM) — A 28-year-old man was arrested Thursday after three people, including an infant, were found fatally stabbed inside a Modesto home, police said. Officers with the Modesto Police Department responded shortly after 9:20 a.m. to the 1600 block of Monterey Avenue following reports of a disturbance. When office
Bear Creek High School honors 452 graduates at Class of 2026 commencement
Bear Creek High School honored 452 graduates from the Class of 2026 Wednesday at the Alex G. Spanos Center with a multilingual welcome, student speeches and recognition for academic and extracurricular achievements. Student speakers welcomed families in several languages, including English, Bisayan, French, Hmong, Iloc
San Joaquin County warns of invasive pest threat to Northern California wine industry
An invasive bug species has made its way to Northern California wine regions. Now, the San Joaquin County Agriculture Commissioner's Office is putting out a warning.
Hurtado bill seeking to implement early safety warning system for valley students passes
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The California State Senate has advanced a bill that would bolster safety in schools by increasing collaboration between schools, local and state agencies. Senate Bill 1181, or the Valley Youth Safety Act, would establish a pilot program focused on identifying safety threats in schools by s
Deadly assault investigation near Modesto elementary school prompts lockdown
MODESTO, Calif. — A Modesto elementary school has been placed on precautionary lockdown this morning as police investigate a deadly assault nearby. According to Modesto Police, officers responded to reports of an assault near Monterey Avenue and Thrasher Avenue, close to Orville Wright Elementary School. When officers
Can my Modesto neighbor put their trash in my garbage can? What city rules...
Living in a Modesto neighborhood comes with its own set of rules, from where you can park to cleaning up after your pets . What about trash? Can you report your neighbor for tossing their garbage into your curbside waste container in Modesto? Here’s what Modesto residents need to know about city rules: Can my neighbor
Major California university to open first medical school in the Central Valley
Officials hope the new medical school, which will open in 2030, will help address the growing doctor shortage in the Central Valley.

















