How to help build ‘Awesome’ Modesto playground for kids with disabilities, others
Uniquely is a Modesto Bee series that covers the moments, landmarks and personalities that define what makes living in the Central Valley so special. A decade has passed since Rachel Loredo began planning a playground that wheelchair users like her son could enjoy. The Awesome Spot now has a bare-bones site in...
Kristin Smart’s killer appeals sentence, claims unfair trial
The man convicted of killing Stockton native Kristin Smart is appealing his sentence. His legal team is arguing that he did not have a fair trial due to errors during the proceedings.
Modesto Man Convicted of Domestic Violence and Hit-and-Run, Faces Over 10 Years in Prison
In a recent announcement from the Stanislaus County District Attorney's Office, Jerramya Mitchell, a 38-year-old Modesto resident, has been convicted on charges of domestic violence and committing a hit and run that resulted in injury. According to the announcement made on social media, which was posted on the...
Woman arrested for Stockton homicide; man also charged
(FOX40.COM) — A second suspect in a homicide that occurred in late August was arrested on Thursday, the Stockton Police Department said. According to police, around 6:20 p.m. on Aug. 30, officers responded to a report of a person shot near Albany Drive and Astor Drive. Police found a man with multiple gunshot wounds...
California Landlord Accused of Evicting Child Care Provider Settles Discrimination Complaint
For eight years, Mariam Younathan ran a child care business out of a four-bedroom house she was renting in the San Joaquin Valley city of Manteca. Younathan said she was a good tenant: she always paid her rent on time and kept the house in tip-top shape to ensure a clean and safe environment for the kids. But when...
Thunderstorms could bring flash floods to CA as cyclone nears. When to expect rain
As moisture from Tropical Cyclone Priscilla moves northward, thunderstorms could sweep across California. Although the storm is weakening west of the Baja Peninsula, its moisture will spread across the state — including Sacramento, Modesto, Merced, Fresno and San Luis Obispo — bringing showers and thunderstorms ,...
NDSU Men’s Golf Mid Pack After Day One in Stockton
STOCKTON, Calif. – The North Dakota State Men's golf team sits in a tie for 11th after the first round of the Visit Stockton Pacific Invitational at The Reserve at Spanos Park on Thursday. Andrew Ballou (73) and Jake Skarperud (73) led the Bison in the first round of...
Photos: World of Wonders launches events
LODI— The World of Wonders Science Museum kicked off October on the first with a “Colorful Creations” event. Participants could make a paper bat and add a straw and string to make it flap its wings. Other events include Science Storytime, Little Scientists, WOW Wonder Lab, and...
Tax on Lodi wine to boost marketing moves closer to approval
The prospect of a Lodi Winery Business Improvement District — and a 1.5% tax on wine to pay for it — moved closer Tuesday. The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors agreed to a final public hearing on the issue Nov. 18. At that time, it will take a vote. If approved, the tax would go into effect Jan. 1.
Two Seriously Injured in Madera County Crash After Manteca Man Fails to Stop at...
October 9, 2025 – Madera CHP officials report that on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at approximately 4:37 a.m., CHP Madera officers responded to a crash involving two vehicles, at the intersection of Avenue 25 and Road 9. A preliminary investigation indicates the following:. A 35-year-old man from Manteca, CA,...