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.
Experts warn about reach of this destructive invasive species threatening the West Coast
A destructive invasive species is threatening America’s West Coast — and it may not be what you think. Pipe-clogging golden mussels have forced a state of emergency in California’s San Joaquin and Kern Counties, affecting water quality and key water infrastructure, including a $100 million floodgate . "The threat is re
Hughson City Council unanimously censures mayor over misconduct allegations
The Hughson City Council voted Tuesday night to formally censure Mayor George Carr and remove him from multiple committee and board assignments after city officials publicly confirmed that an independent investigation sustained allegations of misconduct against him. The emotionally charged special meeting marked the mo
Man kicks and spits on officer, nurse in Stockton, police say
(FOX40.COM) — A 28-year-old Stockton man was arrested after allegedly assaulting a police officer during an arrest and later kicking a hospital nurse, according to the Stockton Police Department. Officers responded to the 800 block of Dundee Way in the Bearcreek District at about 4:17 a.m. regarding a report of a man c
Modesto elementary school official accused of inappropriate relationship with student
A Modesto elementary school official was arrested over allegations she was engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a student, authorities said on Wednesday.
Toddler among those rescued during busy Memorial Day weekend on Stanislaus River
Emergency crews responded to several water rescue incidents across Stanislaus County over the Memorial Day weekend, including rescues involving stranded teenagers, paddleboarders and a family whose raft flipped with a toddler aboard in the Stanislaus River, according to fire officials. Despite the busy stretch of calls

















