“Pedaling Under the Influence!”: Turns Out Riding a Bike While Drunk Can Still Get...
Riding a bicycle under the influence of alcohol can lead to a DUI arrest, as seen in a recent incident in Winton, California. Most of us grew up thinking a bicycle was the responsible choice after a few too many beers. Can't drive? Just hop on two wheels and pedal home, right? Well, a recent incident out of Winton, Cal
Person found dead after Patterson house fire, authorities suspect arson
A person was found dead after a house fire in Patterson late Sunday night, and authorities said they believe the fire was arson.
Mega-celebration set for Modesto region features big-name music artists, much more
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. It’s July, and while Independence Day is almost in the rearview mirror, the month still promises more blasts, courtesy of a 10-day blowout in Turlock. The Stanislaus Cou
Driver in 3-vehicle Modesto-area crash that killed 2 identified by coroner
The Stanislaus County Coroner’s Office has identified the driver investigators believe caused a fiery three-vehicle crash north of Modesto that killed two people late last month. Sean Crisp, 57, of Modesto, was driving the green 2026 Porsche coupe involved in the June 27 collision on Ladd Road east of Tully Road, accor
Arson suspected in Patterson fire fatality
Arson is suspected as the cause of a deadly fire at a Patterson home, and an investigation is underway.
The real heat returns this week to the Central Valley – here’s when
After a glorious July 4 weekend with typical temperatures and sunny skies, we are set to roll into our first full week of July with much of the same splendid outdoors weather. Enjoy it now — it won’t be here for much longer. Later this week, the pattern that has been keeping our temperatures mostly at or below average
Monica Barnes named grand marshal for Gustine’s Independence Day parade
GUSTINE — When Monica Barnes leads Gustine’s Independence Day parade as the 2026 grand marshal on Saturday, she will do so as a hometown native whose life in dance and community service has spanned more than two decades. Barnes, the owner and founder of Cornerstone Dance, began dancing...
NCLUSD approves bargaining agreements with staff organizations
Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District agreed to new bargaining agreements with two union organizations following 5-0 vote from the Board of Trustees on June 15. The unions, Newman-Crows Landing Teachers Association and California School Employees Association Chapter 551, agree to contract for the 2025-26 school
Westside Auto Club’s 45th annual Linguica Run rolls into Gustine on July 12
GUSTINE — The shine of classic chrome, the rumble of engines and the smell of linguica will return to Henry Miller Park on Sunday, July 12, as the Westside Auto Club hosts its 45th Annual Linguica Run. The longtime community tradition is open to the public and is expected...
West Nile virus detected in Stanislaus County as officials urge precautions
MODESTO — West Nile virus has been detected in Stanislaus County for the first time this year, prompting renewed warnings from local mosquito abatement officials as summer temperatures fuel mosquito activity across the Central Valley. The Turlock Mosquito Abatement District — which serves communities including Newman —
