Big rig driver dies in Interstate 580 crash near Tracy, CHP says
A big rig driver was killed in a crash along Interstate 580 west of Tracy early Tuesday morning, according to authorities.
Families at Heart: Supporting the Nonprofits That Support Our Families
In 2025, Macaroni KID Mountain House–Manteca–Tracy proudly supported local nonprofits through small but mighty acts of partnership — from event-promotion donations and calendar features to complimentary advertising upgrades and community shout-outs. In 2026, we’re growing that mission. We are excited to introduce...
Stockton’s Smith Canal Gate officially closes for first time to prevent flooding
After days of stormy weather, a new state-of-the-art gate in Stockton officially shut for the first time in order to prevent flooding.
Modesto Families, Get Ready to Swarm with Love!
February is almost here, and that means it’s time for one of our favorite Modesto traditions—the 8th Annual LOVEBUG Invasion, brought to you by #ModestoROCKS!. This heartwarming event is all about spreading love, hope, and encouragement throughout our community. For nearly ten years, local artists and families have...
Three shot in separate incidents across Stockton on Monday
(FOX40.COM) — Three people were shot in unrelated incidents on Monday in Stockton, according to the Stockton Police Department. Video Above: Stockton police chief speaks out about solving crime in the city At 8:28 a.m., a 24-year-old man was shot on Sixth Street and Airport Way, where he was involved in a road rage...
11-year-old girl shot in head outside Antioch apartment complex
An 11-year-old girl was shot in the head in an Antioch apartment parking lot and is stable; police say the family wasn’t the target.
Patti LaBelle and Duran Duran headline Northern California shows
Northern California is turning up the volume Jan. 9-17 with a mix of big-name acts and cozy winery sets — from soul icons Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight to New Wave legends Duran Duran and local favorites in Lodi. Whether you’re sipping Pinot in a tasting room or dancing at a casino stage bar, this two-week lineup...
Dog and owner safely rescued from Stanislaus River
A dog and its owner were safely rescued from a steep riverbank near Oakdale after fire crews responded to a Stanislaus River emergency on Jan. 3.
Byrd Investigation: Stinky Fish, Conclusive Inconclusions, and other Oddities
After reading my last post, some of our knowledgeable citizens have reminded me that Tuolumne River Trust, Friends of the River and Restore the Delta have no true water rights to the Tuolumne River.* I’m aware of that. What they do have is the right to lobby for fair and just usage of water from all our rivers. To...
Early morning Tracy store fire leaves one dead
A deadly fire that left one person dead in Tracy is under investigation, according to San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office. On Monday, South San Joaquin County Fire Authority officials said more than a dozen firefighters responded to a structure fire at a shop on Tracy Boulevard, just south of Linne Road. When...
