Modesto “Si Se Puede” luncheon moves forward despite Cesar Chavez allegations
(FOX40.COM) — A Cesar Chavez luncheon celebration in Modesto is still moving forward despite recent sexual abuse allegations that have surfaced against Chavez, who died in 1993. Organizers with the Cesar Chavez Community Celebration Committee (CCCCC) said their annual “Si Se Puede” luncheon, scheduled for Monday,...
Almond Board of California to host April listening tour stops for growers
The Almond Board of California (ABC) will host two listening tour events in April for almond growers and industry members to discuss challenges, opportunities and the overall state of the industry. The April listening tour stops include:. Orland: April 6, 1–3 p.m., Glenn Success Center, 131 E. Walker St., Orland...
Modesto police disable federal access to license plate reader data after configuration issue
MODESTO, Calif. — The Modesto Police Department says it has disabled several federal data-sharing connections in its Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system after discovering they remained active despite earlier efforts to comply with California law. According to a community notice issued by the department, the...
1 dead in crash off Interstate 580 near Tracy, CHP says
At least one person has died in a crash within the Tracy Triangle area late Tuesday afternoon, authorities say.
Audit finds Stockton’s financial controls weak, millions in discrepancies
Auditors found widespread internal control failures in Stockton's financial operations, including accounting errors, delayed reporting and weak oversight of millions of dollars in public funds, according to a new audit report . The Santa Ana-based accounting and advisory firm The Pun Group, in a 44-page report...
Former Antioch Officer Taken Into Custody After Guilty Verdict
A former Antioch police officer who was found guilty in federal court has now been taken into custody, adding... The post Former Antioch Officer Taken Into Custody After Guilty Verdict appeared first on The Avid Outdoorsman .
San Joaquin sheriff’s office investigating claims of financial losses tied to RV dealership
The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said it is "looking into the abrupt closure" of an RV dealership in Lockeford after customers raised concerns about possible financial losses.
Northern California peach growers forced to rip out orchards after Modesto cannery closure
Peach growers in Northern California have been forced to scale back production this year after Del Monte Foods announced it was closing its cannery down south in Modesto.
The Byrd Investigation: When Absence is Evidence
One of the most glaring omissions from last year’s 4Creeks investigation into Larry Byrd’s water use on the AB La Grange Ranch was any mention of the orchard on the Rairden property, where a total of seventy-two acres of almond trees are thriving and productive. The AB La Grange Ranch comprises two properties, known...
Audi driver dies after launching off Livermore freeway ramp
LIVERMORE, Calif. (KRON) — An Audi driver in Livermore was killed Tuesday after speeding on Interstate 580 and launching off an offramp while attempting to pass a slower car, according to the California Highway Patrol. The fatal solo crash occurred around 8:42 p.m. at the Isabel Avenue exit. Arriving first responders...
