Manteca officials take action on fire-damaged property on South Willow Street
Demolition is underway at South Willow Street in Manteca after a fire occurred at the site in October 2025. The Manteca Police Department began the cleanup process after receiving inquiries from community members regarding the length of time taken to address the damaged properties. The fire broke out on Oct....
“Toxic” culture alleged as longtime Farmington Fire leaders step down in San Joaquin County
Barry Hickerson has more than 40 years of experience as a paramedic and has worked for 12 years for Farmington Fire in San Joaquin County. That is, until a few weeks ago, when he tendered his resignation after several others did the same.
Stockton man sentenced to life for killing ex-girlfriend and her two sons in arson
STOCKTON, Calif. — A Stockton man who pleaded guilty to killing his former girlfriend and her two young sons in a house fire will spend the rest of his life in prison, prosecutors said. The San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office announced Jose Carmen Cardona was sentenced to life...
Larry Byrd’s Missing Meter and the Return of the Tall Cowboy
Todd Sill recognized the new meter on Larry Byrd’s 200 horsepower diesel pump the first time he saw the photograph. The meter was shown in an image attached to the 4Creeks investigation into Byrd’s irrigation practices on the AB La Grange Ranch, which is just west of the historic community of La Grange, nestled in...
This Massive California Thrift Store Is Packed With Deals You Won’t Believe
You can hear it the second you walk in. Hangers sliding across metal racks. A cart rolling past stacked shelves. Someone a few aisles over saying, “Wait, look at this.”. Thrift shopping in Stockton has a rhythm, and Superior Thrift Store sits right at the center of it. The...
Modesto-area gas prices to rise as stations switch fuel blends. What you’ll pay
Making a pit stop at the gas station is about to get even pricier for Stanislaus County drivers. According to AAA, California refineries are starting the annual switch to summer-blend gasoline , which is more expensive to produce and typically leads to higher prices at the pump. “ California is the first state in the...
Turlock man arrested in online child exploitation probe
A 20-year-old Turlock man was arrested Tuesday in connection with an investigation involving child sexual abuse material, according to the Turlock Police Department. Angel Lanfranco was taken into custody Feb. 24 after detectives received a cybertip through the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, police...
Los Tigres del Norte Bringing a Legendary Night to Stockton This September
Stockton is getting ready for a major concert event in 2026. Legendary regional Mexican group Los Tigres del Norte has officially announced a Stockton stop on its highly anticipated 2026 tour, with a performance set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Adventist Health Arena. The iconic band—celebrated for its...
Oakdale resident burned, 4 dogs die in mobile home fire
An Oakdale resident has been flown to a burn unit after a fire tore through her mobile home late Tuesday night.
Civil Lawsuit Filed Against Gustine Unified, MCOE and Former Administrator
Merced, CA (February 25, 2026) — A civil lawsuit filed in Merced County Superior Court names Gustine Unified School District, the Merced County Office of Education and former school administrator Brian Chubon as defendants, alleging civil wrongdoing and seeking damages and a jury trial, according to court records....
