Stanislaus County Sheriff Opens Investigation After Firefighters Discover a Body in Burning Patterson Home
July 7, 2026 – Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office officials report that on July 5, 2026, at approximately 9:47 p.m., a fire was reported at a residence in the 1100 block of Shearwater Drive in Patterson. When fire personnel arrived, they found the residence fully engulfed in flames. During the fire suppression efforts,
Stockton vice mayor asks state to investigate after no-confidence petition blasts transit district
Stockton Vice Mayor Jason Lee has called on California’s top fiscal watchdog to investigate multiple claims that San Joaquin Regional Transit District leaders have mismanaged the bus system, allegedly bungling its finances and mistreating employees. On Monday morning, Lee sent reporters a copy of a three-page letter da
Medline signs leases for 2 new facilities after Tracy warehouse fire
(FOX40.COM) — Medline signed leases on two large warehouses following a fire in June that destroyed the company’s original facility. The medical supply company’s facility in Tracy was destroyed June 11 when a massive fire broke out. Firefighters battled flames for over 35 hours, and by the end, the structure was unsalv
Stanislaus County launches 911 Nurse Navigation to ease demand for ambulances in non-emergency cases
A new 911 Nurse Navigation program launched in June by American Medical Response and Stanislaus County aims to reduce the number of non-emergency ambulance runs to hospital emergency rooms by referring those patients to other forms of medical care. Two neighboring counties are also expected to have Nurse Navigation in.
Video: Inside Stockton’s New City Hall
Need to visit Stockton’s new City Hall? Watch this quick walkthrough before you go. See where to park, which entrance to use, and where to find the council chambers and public service counters.
Gravel Spill Causes Multi Vehicle Crashes On Highway 108
Stanislaus County, CA– A gravel spill from a semi-truck triggered a series of crashes Monday afternoon on westbound Highway 108 just west of Tulloch Dam Road, resulting in multiple collisions and traffic delays. A semi-truck lost part of its gravel load, leaving debris scattered across the westbound lanes. The...
Key street in downtown Modesto is back open after more than a year. What...
After more than a year, 10th Street between G and H streets is now reopened to traffic in downtown Modesto. The street has been closed since June 2025, according to the city. The closure was due to the new Stanislaus County courthouse construction located between Ninth, 10th, G and H streets. The city has no current pl
How to run for open City Council and board of education seats in Modesto
The nomination window for three Modesto City Council seats and four Modesto City School Board of Education seats will be July 13 through Aug. 7. Diane Nayares-Perez, Modesto city clerk, reviews applications and ensures that candidates meet the required qualifications. “We recommend they call or send an email to set up
California is pouring $6 million into fight against invasive golden mussels clogging waterways
"This funding brings critical state support to San Joaquin County and the Delta."
“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

















