High-Speed Chase Leads to Arrest of Washington Man in Stanislaus County
In a high-speed chase that took place over the weekend, Stanislaus County Sheriff's Deputies have made an arrest following a risky pursuit that began on Highway 99. The Sheriff's Office reported in a Facebook post that the ordeal started when a vehicle, clocked at speeds breaching 100 miles per hour, was noticed...
Stockton to gradually phase out economic stimulus program over next five years
The Stockton City Council voted recently to gradually phase out the Stockton Economic Stimulus Program over the next five years. The stimulus program, also known as SESP, offers a fee reduction for some public facility fees for both single-family and multi-family residences being built in Stockton, according to city...
Oregon Man Convicted in Stanislaus County for Domestic Violence and Other Charges
Stanislaus County has seen a significant case come to a close, as District Attorney Jeff Laugero confirmed that a jury convicted Oregon resident Travis Matthews, 26, on charges of domestic violence, assault with force likely to produce great bodily harm, and for violating a restraining order. According to a social...
Man arrested after vehicle and foot chase, meth smuggling attempt
(FOX40.COM) — A 37-year-old man was arrested after leading authorities on a vehicle and foot chase, resulting in the discovery of vehicle theft and an attempt to smuggle methamphetamine into the jail facility, according to the Ceres Police Department. Video Above: Rancho Cordova police utilize traffic tools to track...
Cal Fire crews battle 1,200-acre vegetation fire in Stanislaus County
(FOX40.COM) — Firefighters are battling a 1,200-acre vegetation fire north of Oakdale on Tuesday morning, according to Cal Fire. Video Above: Cal Fire crews battle 300-acre vegetation fire in Stanislaus County The fire, named 2-2 Fire, was reported around 6:09 a.m. on both sides of Highway 4 and Dutton Road, west of...
Update: Power Outages Across Mother Lode
Update at 11:26 am: The power outage in Sonora led to Sonora Elementary dismissing students at 10:45 am. Update at 10:19 am: In Tuolumne County, there are 20 current outages, impacting 9,531 customers. In Calaveras County, there are seven outages impacting 330 customers. In Stanislaus County, there are seven outages...
How parents in Modesto area can help kids build ‘self-expression,’ ‘confidence’
Get the Eat. Sip. Play. newsletter in your inbox Available now: Sign up here for the best food, drink and entertainment coverage in Stanislaus County. Parents with children who show an affinity for the arts and entertainment — or who simply would like to get their kids more involved — have plenty of opportunities in...
2-2 Fire breaks out, burns over 1,200 acres in Stanislaus County
Firefighters in Stanislaus County are responding to a vegetation fire that has burned more than 1,200 acres after it broke out near Highway 4 early Tuesday morning.
Livingston Protesters Support Workers Over Billionaires
To raise awareness about the struggles workers face today, Indivisible Park County and the Women’s Action Project partnered with a national initiative called Workers Over Billionaires. The two local groups organized a peaceful, nonviolent protest on Labor Day, September 1, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the corner of...
A Revival at the Queen Bean
A Revival at the Queen Bean: Modesto’s Music Scene Finds Its Voice. The Queen Bean Coffee and Social House has always been a staple in Modesto’s creative ecosystem, and now, under the care of Sam and Ruhi, it’s blooming once again. From intimate porch shows to full backyard performances, the venue has become a haven...
