Peach growers struggle after Del Monte cannery closure
MODESTO, California (KCRA) -- California peach growers are facing significant challenges after the closure of the Del Monte cannery in Modesto earlier this year, which left hundreds unemployed and growers uncertain about their future. "I would have at least three to four more years out of these trees," said Ranjit...
April storms bring hail damage, disease concerns to Central Valley nut orchards
Heavy rain, hail and rising production costs created new challenges for California Central Valley orchard growers during April, according to Blue Diamond Growers regional crop report covering March 30 through April 26. The report said two strong spring storms brought 3 to 4 inches of rain to much of the...
Stockton church raises safety concerns after homeless encampment returns following cleanup
A homeless encampment behind a Stockton church is already raising new concerns days after a city cleanup effort.
Tuolumne River Regional Park advocates create a native plant garden to heal ecosystem
It was a beautiful day Friday at Tuolumne River Regional Park. Members of Urban Forestry Modesto, the Sierra Club and the Stanislaus Audubon Society gathered to discuss the local ecosystem and how to create sustainable habitats along the Tuolumne River in Modesto. Speakers noted that park improvements to appeal to huma
Stockton officials study rent regulations as affordability concerns grow
STOCKTON, Calif. — Leaders in Stockton are exploring possible rent regulation policies as city officials say affordability concerns continue to grow for residents. The talks have some landlords concerned. “In my district, I hear continually that affordability is nonexistent. Things are expensive — gas, groceries, payin
San Joaquin County fixes voter guide error, corrected pages headed to voters
STOCKTON, Calif. — The San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters Office said an error was found in the county voter information guide, prompting officials to mail corrected pages to every registered voter in San Joaquin County. According to the registrar’s office, the error was on page 10 under the...
Compassionate releasee in San Joaquin County arrested again on weapons charges
(FOX40.COM) — A man who was released from prison through California’s compassionate release process was arrested again on weapons charges, according to the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office. SCSO said 57-year-old Steven Rodriguez was sentenced to 20 years in prison on attempted murder charges involving law enforcement
Worker killed in forklift accident at Modesto warehouse, investigation underway
MODESTO, Calif. — A worker died on the afternoon of May 7 after being trapped under a forklift at an industrial warehouse in Modesto, according to Modesto Fire officials. Around 4:40 p.m. on May 7, Modesto Fire units, including Quint 22, Medic 1, and Battalion Chief 3, responded to a report of a worker who had fallen f
Boat crashes into restaurant pier near Antioch Marina; 2 injured
Two people were injured in Antioch when their boat plowed into the pier of a popular restaurant hosting Mother's Day diners.
Stockton foster youth 1st in state to join HOPE Trust Account Program
As May observes National Foster Care Month , Stockton Unified School District foster youth were the first in California to participate in a statewide pilot launch of the HOPE Trust Account Program. More than 100 students in grades from 6 to 12 were transported from seven Stockton high schools to the district's admissio

















