Gustine bookseller realizes 34-year dream. What to know about new store
Marie fell in love with writing in second grade. She still has a number of uncompleted young adult fiction novels she has worked on. And by the time she was 20, she wanted to open a bookstore. Now, Marie, who asked to only be identified by her first name, is seeing that three-decades-long dream realized with the...
Ceres Police Seek Public’s Aid to Track Suspect After Vehicle Explosion on Twilight Drive
On July 4, an explosion damaged a vehicle on Twilight Drive in Ceres around 9:00 p.m. Several people inside the vehicle had minor injuries, as reported by the Ceres Police Department. Police are investigating the case and asking for the public’s help to find the suspect. The incident happened...
Passenger ejected, killed after crash into disabled big rig in Tracy
A passenger died after crashing into a disabled big rig on Interstate 205 in Tracy Saturday morning, the California Highway Patrol said.
Stockton defense contractor fined for not disclosing cybersecurity violations
A defense contractor located in Stockton and a private equity firm have been hit with a significant fine for not disclosing cybersecurity violations. The Department of Justice announced that Aero Turbine Inc. and Gallant Capital Partners LLC have agreed to pay $1.75 million to resolve their liability under the False...
Ceres Police Arrest Local Resident for DUI and Illegal Weapon Possession During Traffic Stop
A routine traffic stop in the early morning hours of August 1 led to the arrest of a Ceres resident on DUI and weapons charges, according to a statement from the Ceres Police Department. Officer Hatcher initiated the stop in the 1300 block of Herndon Road after observing a white GMC van with visible mechanical issues...
A young Modesto child found walking alone prompts 3-hour search for parents
A young child that was found walking Saturday morning in southwest Modesto was reunited with her parents, Modesto police said. The Modesto Police Department asked the public for help on social media with finding the parents of the young girl. A citizen called 911 shortly after 7 a.m. to report the child walking alone...
Save Mart Breaks Ground On New Location In Manteca, CA
The Save Mart Companies celebrated a ceremonial groundbreaking July 30 for a new Save Mart store with local civic leaders and key business partners in Manteca, California. Slated to open in late summer 2026, the new 52,000-square-foot Save Mart will be an anchor in the Marketplace at Main Shopping Center, located on...
‘A magical day’: Pixie Woods to host Friendship Day event Sunday
Magic shows, face painting and an art station will be at Pixie Woods this weekend for Friendship Day. The children's park will celebrate National Friendship Day starting with crafts and activities at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3 at Pixie Woods Children's Park at 3121 Monte Diablo in Stockton. "Join us for a...
Suspect dies following an officer-involved shooting in Lathrop
(FOX40.COM) — An officer-involved shooting that occurred late Wednesday night resulted in the suspect being pronounced dead, according to the California Highway Patrol. • Video above: CHP confirms officer-involved shooting on SB I-5 in Lathrop CHP stated that officers responded to reports of a crash on southbound...
San Joaquin County Sued for Charging Unlawful Fees for Autopsy Records About Deaths Caused...
In March 2025, IRP asked San Joaquin County for copies of 34 autopsy reports in cases of persons who died during interactions with law enforcement officers. The county did not dispute that the reports must be disclosed under California law, but it demanded that IRP pay a flat fee of $25 per copy, for a total of $850,...
