Pietro’s Trattoria Opens New Lodi Location as Original Site Prepares Next Chapter
After nearly 40 years at 317 East Kettleman Lane in Lodi, Pietro’s Trattoria has a new home, and the original site is being transformed into an upscale steakhouse. The family-owned Italian-American staple officially relocated to 282 Rocky Lane in Reynolds Ranch on November 8, welcoming guests with the same warmth...
Modesto man arrested for hit and run, DUI after major crash
(FOX40.COM) — The California Highway Patrol arrested a Modesto man for a hit and run, which caused two passengers to be transported to a local hospital with major injuries on Thursday. Video Above: Travel experts discuss rush on Northern California roads amid holidays Around 12:47 a.m. on River Road, CHP received...
Manteca Police Department’s “Shoulder Tap” Sting Reveals No Alcohol Sold to Minors
The Manteca Police Department conducted a "shoulder tap" operation on Monday outside five randomly selected licensed establishments to prevent the illegal purchase of alcohol for minors. Cadets worked alongside officers, posing as underage individuals and asking patrons to buy alcohol for them, according to the...
Photos: Turkey Takeover at Fair Oaks
STOCKTON— The Fair Oaks library had an unusual visitor this week, but they were welcomed with open wings. Boston, a one and a half year-old turkey, was the star of the Harvest Home Animal Story Time event. Readers of all ages were encouraged to pick up a book and...
Modesto JC receives $400k grant from National Science Foundation. What it will do
Modesto Junior College received a $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation’s Enabling Partnerships to Increase Innovation (EPIIC) program to support a research effort with Louisiana State University Eunice and the State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill. The EPIIC...
Residents praise local ‘legend’ after stunning before-and-after photos gain attention online: ‘Thank you for...
"Thanks for taking the time to help." Residents praise local 'legend' after stunning before-and-after photos gain attention online: 'Thank you for your service' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Comic Shop Chronicles: A Tale of Mixed Experiences in Stockton
In the city of Stockton, comic book enthusiasts have been sharing their experiences with local comic shops. The discussion primarily revolves around three stores: JNA Collectibles, Grapevine Comics and Cards, and Al's Comics. The user who initiated the conversation expressed dissatisfaction with the customer service...
Stockton removes plaque over offensive language, historical inaccuracies
The Lindsay Point plaque, which stood at Stockton City Hall for decades, was removed during Native American Heritage Month because it contained offensive language and historical inaccuracies. Lindsay Point marks the meeting of McLeod Lake and the Miner’s Channel, which ran between Miner and Channel streets. The...
Driver dies after Mustang, Yukon collide head-on near Walnut Grove on Thanksgiving
A driver died Thanksgiving evening after a head-on crash in San Joaquin County, the California Highway Patrol said.
2025 Delta Rice Recap / UCCE collaborates with the California Rice Experiment Station
This article is my annual review of UCCE Delta rice research and seasonal observations. Variety Trial: Delta rice acreage has been steadily increasing, and yields are comparable with the statewide average (Table 1). I estimate that Delta acreage approached, if not exceeded, 15,000 acres in 2025. To support the...

















