Cockroach found in microwave of Modesto restaurant during health inspection
In our Reality Check stories, Modesto Bee journalists deliver fast facts about the issues that matter to local residents to hold officials and institutions accountable. Read more. Story idea? [email protected] . Stanislaus County health inspectors found a dead cockroach in the microwave of a Modesto restaurant during...
Deceased Fresno Correctional Officer Inspires Proposed State Law
Bill would grant some correctional officers peace officer status. Debate continues over California’s elderly parole law. Mayor Jerry Dyer's father dies. A celebration of his life is scheduled for April. A bill to designate correctional officers as peace officers — inspired by a Fresno County correctional officer who...
Jury finds Modesto mother sane in killing of 4-year-old daughter, attack on son
A Stanislaus County jury on Wednesday found that Mina Nazari was legally sane when she killed her young daughter and attacked her son in a 2023 case that has centered on mental illness and criminal responsibility. The verdict concludes the second phase of Nazari’s trial, in which jurors were tasked with deciding...
Juvenile hospitalized with second-degree burns caused by barbecue, fire crews say
(FOX40.COM) — A teenager was hospitalized on Monday after suffering second-degree burns, according to the Modesto Fire Department. MFD was called around 7:53 p.m. to the 300 block of Laurel Avenue in West Modesto for a juvenile with burns caused by a barbecue. Officials said the teenager attempted to...
Speeding car erupts in flames in Stockton, leaves 2 dead
(FOX40.COM) — Two people were killed Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle crashed and caught fire in north Stockton, according to the Stockton Police Department. Stockton police said officers responded around 3 p.m. in the area of West Eighth Mile Road and Mokelumne Circle for reports of a solo vehicle collision...
Community invited to rename Cesar E. Chavez Park
The City of Modesto Culture Commission is asking residents to help choose a new name for Cesar E. Chavez Park. This comes as the city completes the largest park renovation in its history and wants the name to reflect the shared values of the community.
🔥 Firefighters rescue 3 people from Modesto duplex blaze
Firefighters in Modesto rescued two children and one adult from a burning two‑story duplex early Sunday morning. Crews from the Burbank Paradise Fire District and Modesto Fire Department responded around 3:09 a.m. to the 500 block of Leon Avenue, where they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the garage and...
A ‘large wild animal’ is roaming Gustine, police say ‘remain aware’
Gustine police are asking residents to report any sightings of a large wild animal in the area, and to remain aware of their surroundings, supervise pets, and avoid leaving food or attractants outside.
Modesto police bust illegal alcohol sales to minors, 6 arrested in sting operation
(FOX40.COM) — Six people were arrested for providing alcohol to minors during a Shoulder Tap operation in Modesto, police said. The Modesto Police Department and the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control conducted the operation on March 14, resulting in the arrest of six suspects and one suspect for other charges....
Del Monte files for bankruptcy, plans sale — Pacific Northwest hit by plant closures
Del Monte Foods, one of the most recognizable names in canned fruits and vegetables, has filed for bankruptcy protection—triggering plant closures and layoffs that are hitting agricultural communities across the…
