Stanislaus County health inspectors find mouse droppings in a Modesto donut shop
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 observed mouse dropping in a Modesto donut shop during inspections in...
“First Taste of the Year” Fundraiser Was a Tremendous Success
The 39th annual “First Taste of the Year” event was held on Saturday February 21st, 2026 at the Armory on Main Street, in Copperopolis, California. It was sponsored by the Copperopolis Community Center, a volunteer staffed organization that restores and preserves the two publicly owned historical buildings in town....
Campus remains closed, expected to reopen Tuesday, Feb. 24
Delta College is expected to reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 24, following HVAC repairs that caused campus closures through Monday, Feb. 23. “Crews are still working to repair a leak to an underground heating pipe,” said an email sent to students today at 3 p.m. The email also included a...
Woman fatally struck by car in Modesto
(FOX40.COM) — A woman is dead after getting hit by a car Friday night, according to the Modesto Police Department. Video Above: What to do if you witness a crash MPD said officers responded to reports of a person getting hit by a car around 6:30 p.m. on Pelandale Avenue just west of Prescott Road. Police […]
See the lower median price for January home listings in San Joaquin County
The median home in San Joaquin County listed for $589,000 in January, slightly down from the previous month's $589,720, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows . Compared to January 2025, the median home list price increased 4.3% from $565,000. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
City offers paid summer jobs for 100 local youths
The City of Stockton will offer paid summer jobs to 100 youths through the Y.E.S.S. Program, supported by California Volunteers Youth Service Corps. This program helps young residents gain work experience and develop job skills while contributing to their community.
Water main break on Sylvan Ave affects nearby streets
Water main break on Sylvan Ave affects nearby streets. A water main break on Sylvan Avenue has caused service interruptions in nearby areas. City water crews are working to restore service within 4–6 hours. The affected streets include Bridgeford Lane, Mansfield Lane, Hastings Lane, Weymouth Lane, Durham Lane, Harrow...
Who makes the most at Modesto city hall? Here’s what every employee earned
Of the 56 Modesto city employees who earned more than $300,000 in total compensation last year, 50 worked in the police or fire departments. Their total pay rivals — and in some cases exceeds — that of city attorneys, department directors and elected officials. Much of that compensation stems from substantial...
70-year-old man goes missing after floating down Merced River, deputies say
70-year-old Richard Daly went missing while floating down the Merced River on Sunday afternoon, and deputies have been unable to locate him despite search efforts.
Kidnapped Father of Infant Triplets Found Dead Near California Lake, Says Sheriff
The body of a California father has been found near a lake days after authorities said he was kidnapped by three people. “It is with profound sadness that we confirm the kidnapping victim, Avtar Singh, has been located deceased,” the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release issued Monday, February...
