Another California food manufacturer collapses, triggering 228 layoffs
A major shake-up in the fresh meal industry is set to hit California’s Central Valley this summer. Hundreds of workers in Tracy are preparing for job losses after a food…
2022 Sandlands Zinfandel Kirschenmann Vineyard – Bottle Notes
Sandlands is the personal project of Tegan and Olivia Passalacqua. Tegan is the Winemaker and Vineyard Manager at Turley. The line-up encompasses some of the forgotten classic California varieties, primarily grown in decomposed granite from regions and vineyards that have been farmed for many generations but have remai
Coast-to-Coast relay to celebrate America 250
Longest continuous, non-motorized relay in world history will have stops in Walnut Creek, Antioch July 6-8 Interested individuals or teams can participate. FRONT ROYAL, VA – In 2026, the American Discovery Trail Society (ADTS) celebrates the outdoors and 250 years of our independence with the American Discovery 250 Rel
Full closures of Hwy 4 between Balfour and Marsh Creek Roads continue May 31st
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY — Due to unexpected rain over the past two nights in the Brentwood area, Caltrans Construction has unfortunately lost two days from the paving schedule. As a result, Caltrans has revised the schedule for the full closure needed for ongoing paving on State Route 4 (SR-4), spanning from Hillcrest Aven
1 hospitalized, 2 booked after massive teen brawl in East Bay parking garage
Brentwood police said two teens were booked into juvenile hall after a fight at a downtown parking garage left a youth hospitalized.
Update: Modesto homicide victims ID’d. Suspect may have lived with them, MPD says
Three generations of a Modesto family were killed in a stabbing attack that police say ended with the arrest of a 28-year-old suspect after a search and standoff in the neighborhood near Modesto’s airport. The Modesto Police Department identified the victims as Maria Sylvia Nuñez-Villalobos, 54, and her daughter, Fabio
Baked goods and pupusas, too. New businesses open across Stanislaus County
Foodies and shoppers rejoice! As we approach the mid-point of the year, businesses — especially dining businesses — are steadily growing, with the addition of 10 new or expanded restaurant options in Stanislaus County. From workout wear to retro rags, new retail options offer outfits for any type of style. Read on to s
Celebration of life to be held Saturday for Modesto education leader Odessa Johnson
A celebration of life will be held Saturday for longtime Modesto education leader Odessa Johnson, who diedin April at 86. It will be at 2:30 p.m. in the Modesto Junior College auditorium, 435 College Ave., preceded by a reception at 1 p.m. in the college’s Art Gallery. Johnson grew up in segregated South Carolina befor
Modesto superintendent calls for collaboration to address rising healthcare costs
Modesto City Schools Superintendent Vanessa Buitrago has written a letter to local education and policy leaders asking to collaborate on solutions for the cost of healthcare for employees. She said that rising costs of healthcare are financially untenable for districts to individually cover and that educators deserve a
Things to Do | May 29-31, 2026
The final weekend of May features community traditions, live sports and outdoor events across Stockton and Lodi. From a multiday dog show and tailgate celebration to racing, live music and local festivals, here’s what’s happening May 29-31. Read on for a sampling of events from Visit Stockton, Stocktonia’s...

















