Commission weighs potential salary increase for Stockton City Council in 2027
A citizens' commission is considering whether to raise salaries for Stockton City Council members in 2027. The Council Salary Setting Commission discussed the issue at a Wednesday, Feb. 11, meeting. The five-member body is appointed by the Civil Service Commission and recommends salaries and benefits for the city...
Grammy winning violinist Anne Akiko Myers returns to Modesto
Anne Akiko Myers is a multi-Grammy winning global artist with more than 40 releases, and she’s coming here to Modesto to perform two Valentine’s Day concerts with the Modesto Symphony. But, it’s not just any regular concert. Anne is also known as the ”Wonder Woman of Commissioning” given her frequent close work with...
Patterson man convicted of setting fire at abandoned car wash, prosecutors say
A Patterson man was convicted by a jury of arson after prosecutors said he intentionally set fire to an abandoned car wash last year, a blaze authorities say could have spread to nearby homes and businesses. Flavio Alvarez, 26, was found guilty of arson following a jury trial, according to the Stanislaus County...
FEMA drops flood insurance requirement for 8,000 Stockton homeowners
STOCKTON, Calif. — After nearly 16 years, thousands of homeowners in Stockton are no longer required to carry flood insurance — ending what many described as an expensive and frustrating financial burden. In 2024, construction was completed on the Smith Canal flood gate in Stockton. The project is...
Pet cat shot to death near Hughson. Stanislaus Sheriff’s Office investigating
Detectives with the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after someone shot and killed a cat at a mobile home park just outside Hughson. The shooting occurred in the Riverview Mobile Home Park on Jantzen Road on the night of Feb. 8, according to Sgt. Michael Carranza of the Sheriff’s Office....
3rd Annual Black History Month Empowerment Luncheon Fundraiser- Feb 25
The Cesar Chavez Community Celebration Committee (a nonprofit organization, 501 C 3) will be hosting the. Third Annual Black History Month Empowerment Luncheon Fundraiser. This year’s theme is “Blacks in Ministry.”. We want to continue to “Build Bridges” in our community with all of our neighbors. We need...
San Joaquin County Fair moves from May to December this year
The San Joaquin County Fair 2026 will look a bit different this year with its debut coming in December, fairground officials confirmed. This year, the fair will run 12-days in December as a fair and holiday celebration all in one. The fair will still have the typical rides as well as a robust indoor concert series,...
New Modesto neighborhood to honor fallen firefighters with park, street names
A new housing development in Modesto will feature a firefighter-themed park and streets named after fallen and prominent members of the Modesto Fire Department, following a years-long collaboration between city officials, firefighters and a private developer.
New Crime Stoppers signs with QR codes installed at Ceres Parks
(FOX40.COM) — New signs have popped up at parks across the city of Ceres, and officials say they’re designed to help fight crime with just a quick scan. The city has installed brand-new Crime Stoppers signs at eight local parks, each featuring a QR code that allows residents to report certain crimes like vandalism or...
Clifford out as San Joaquin RTD CEO after being put on administrative leave
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY, Calif. — Alex Clifford is out as the San Joaquin Regional Transit CEO. In a news release, San Joaquin RTD said the Board of Directors voted to separate from the CEO for convenience. At a special meeting on Friday, the Board of Directors of the San...
