Inside the SUSD loop: District spending probe continues in Flores trial
Testimony resumed Wednesday in the felony trial of Stockton Unified School District board member AngelAnn Flores, with prosecutors calling to the stand Christina Alejo, the district’s longtime superintendent’s executive assistant, to explain internal concerns over trustee credit card use and receipt practices. Flores...
Street sweeper killed after rear-ending tractor-trailer in Lathrop is identified
The driver of a street sweeper who after rear-ending a tractor-trailer in Lathrop was identified by authorities Wednesday as a 40-year-old Modesto man. Daniel Purdy, whose name was released by the San Joaquin County Medical Examiner’s Office, was headed south on State Route 99 about 8:27 a.m. Monday at the off-ramp...
Stockton police have made 61 hires this year, most since 2018
The Stockton Police Department has made 61 hires so far this year, marking the most for the department in a year since 2018.
Ceres police seize 500 pounds of illegal fireworks, make felony arrest
As part of an ongoing investigation of the sale of illegal fireworks, the Ceres Police Department on Monday served a search warrant that uncovered about 500 pounds of fireworks and resulted in an arrest and a citation. The fireworks were found at a home in the 800 block of Rolling Oak Court. Modesto resident Jaspreet...
Modesto Man Sentenced to Life for Attempted Murder of Police Officer and Firearm Assault
The Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office announced that 30-year-old Gordon Massey of Modesto has been sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility of serving up to 35 years. A jury found him guilty of several charges, including premeditated attempted murder of a police officer, assaulting a police...
Help Local Classrooms Thrive: July’s 5 Featured DonorsChoose Projects!
At Macaroni KID Modesto, we’re all about supporting local families—and that includes the amazing teachers who care for and educate our kids every day. Each month, we highlight five incredible DonorsChoose projects from Modesto-area teachers who could use a little help bringing creativity, comfort, and connection into...
Lathrop fire crews emphasize firework safety after blaze caused by city’s birthday celebration
Lathrop residents got more than what they anticipated from the city's birthday celebration and fireworks show Tuesday night.
City of Modesto Awarded Nearly $18 Million for Permanent Supportive Housing Project
Modesto, CA — The City of Modesto has been awarded nearly $18 million in Homekey+ funding from the State of California to create a transformative housing project that will convert a local motel into permanent supportive housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. The award of $17,906,992 will fund the...
Blue Diamond Growers’ facility in Turlock earns recertification as a Green Business
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Blue Diamond Growers' Turlock plant has been recertified as a Green Business by the Modesto Chamber of Commerce's California Green Business Network, Stanislaus County. Officials say this recognition highlights the plant's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship in the community. The...
Parades, fireworks and festivals return for Independence Day in San Joaquin County
Independence Day celebrations are just around the corner in San Joaquin County. On Wednesday, the first event kicks off at the Celebrate America celebration in Lodi at Hutchins Street Square – West Park. On Thursday, the annual Barron Hilton Fireworks Display at Mandeville Island will take place, and the rest of the...
