Man high on drugs, armed with gun who hid under truck identified, Manteca police...
(FOX40.COM) — A convicted felon armed with a gun who was allegedly under the influence of drugs was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon in Manteca after several hours of negotiations, police said. Video: Family of dead child in San Joaquin emotional after defendant takes plea deal Manteca police responded around 12:30
Police, experts warn of growing e-bike safety concerns in Stanislaus County
Law enforcement agencies across Stanislaus County say they are responding to a growing number of crashes, complaints and dangerous riding involving e-bikes and other motorized two-wheel vehicles. The activity has prompted increased enforcement, safety education and discussions about potential policy changes. Police off
Marin, but not Sonoma County, on list for possible power shutoffs
Thousands of PG&E customers in Bay Area and Central Coast notified of potential power outages. photo credit: PG&E A screenshot of the PG&E PSPS possible outage map on July 14, 2027. Thousands of PG&E customers in and near the San Francisco Bay Area could be dealing with proactive power shutoffs this week because of a f
Historic California fruit plant closure leaves 765 workers without jobs after bankruptcy
One of California’s largest food industry layoffs of 2026 became official in April when Del Monte Foods permanently closed its historic Modesto fruit processing plant, eliminating 765 jobs after a…
11 most and least educated cities in America
11 Most and Least Educated Cities in America Education plays a crucial role in shaping the economic and social fabric of a city. Higher education levels often correlate with better job opportunities, higher salaries, and […]
2026 America’s Favorite Small Town Celebrates Win
Lodi, California, celebrated July 4 the same way it always does: enjoying food, music and community capped off with a fireworks show over Lake Lodi. But this year, residents had an extra reason to party, and not just because the day also marked the 250th anniversary of the signing of the ...
Northern California DUI suspect arrested driving fake sheriff’s patrol car
A driver was arrested after CHP stopped a vehicle made to look like a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office patrol car on Highway 99 in San Joaquin County, authorities said.
Why do they do it? Modesto area has 2nd-largest rate of supercommuters in U.S.
Rachel Everett, a nurse, has been commuting from Patterson to Fremont every workday since 2008. After she and her husband, both born and raised in the Bay Area, lost their home to fire, they decided to move to Patterson for more affordable housing. Because her salary is more competitive in Fremont, she decided to brave
Stepfather sentenced in 2020 Tracy death of 4-year-old Moses Lopez
A 30-year-old man was sentenced Tuesday to nine years in prison in connection with the 2020 death of 4-year-old Moses Lopez in Tracy. Oscar Munoz, who accepted a negotiated plea deal, received a six-year sentence for child abuse and willful cruelty to a child, plus a three-year enhancement for inflicting great bodily i
Riverbank residents suffer unintended consequences of massive construction project
Since around 2019, the Sandovals have lived in a home that’s been damaged by flooding at Claribel Road and Roselle Avenue. They live at the crossroads of a massive project that will replace Claribel with an extension of highway 108. From the front yard, Melissa Sandoval and her father, Robert Sandoval, can see the craw
