Lodi City Council to appoint Kara Reddig as city manager
The Lodi City Council is set to make history by appointing Kara Reddig as Lodi’s first female City Manager. Following a thorough search, Reddig was selected for the role, bringing more than two decades of progressive leadership in California municipal government and is eager to serve the Lodi community.
SR-4 to close for two full weekends for repairs in San Joaquin County
SAN JOAQUIN, Calif. — Caltrans will implement two full weekend closures of State Route 4 in May as part of a pavement improvement project in the Delta region. The closures will affect SR-4 between Roberts Road and the San Joaquin/Contra Costa County line, east of Discovery Bay. Each closure...
A year-old police report, a controversial social media boss and a moment at City...
To muted applause inside Stockton’s council chamber last month, Motecuzoma Sanchez smiled as he accepted a City Council proclamation from Mayor Christina Fugazi. The hall was quiet as Sanchez, Fugazi and Stockton police Deputy Chief Anabel Morris paused for a photo. Then it was interrupted by a lone voice in protest.
Police Surveillance Could Be Scott Peterson’s Alibi, but Judge Won’t Review It
The new forensic dating places Laci Peterson’s death between December 28, 2002 and January 5, 2003.
Save Mart Adds Sushi Chef, Butcher To Remodeled Store In Ripon, CA
The Save Mart Companies held a community celebration April 29 at the remodeled Save Mart store in Ripon, California. Located at 1453 Goodwin Drive, the updated store introduces a range of new amenities and expanded product offerings designed to enhance the shopping experience and meet the evolving needs of the local community.
Stanislaus County health inspectors find dead pests and employees not washing hands
In our Reality Check stories, Modesto Bee journalists deliver fast facts about the issues that matter to local residents to hold officials and institutions accountable. Read more. Story idea? [email protected] . Stanislaus County health inspectors observed dead pests in a Modesto bar and employees not washing their hands at a popular coffee spot during inspections in early April. The majority of the 2,400 permitted...
Pastor, officials push for solution to long-running Stockton encampment
STOCKTON, Calif. — A church in Stockton says years of problems tied to a nearby homeless encampment have pushed it to seek urgent help from city leaders. "Our mission is to restore people. Restore broken, hurting, damaged people," said Damon Bridges, bishop of Stockton's Restoration for Life Ministries. "We've been here now, probably about 12 years."
What to know about Modesto expansion plan as it sparks opposition from multiple groups
The Modesto City Council voted 5-1 to advance the most aggressive of three land use options for the city’s 2050 general plan, drawing opposition from some Wood Colony residents, Salida leaders and farmland advocates. The decision sets up potential further fights over expansion into historic farming areas and unincorporated communities as the city seeks to reverse decades of stagnant growth. Original reporting by...
City of Stockton appoints new Economic Development Director
(FOX40.COM) — The city government of Stockton announced the appointment of a new Economic Development Director on Thursday. In a press release, the city government said Ricardo Noguera had more than 30 years of experience “driving investment and growth in diverse communities.” He’ll replace the previous Economic Development Director Tina McCarty According to the city, […]
Today’s top stories: Council raises, principal scandal undetected, Peterson denied
From a City Council pay raise vote to questions about how a principal’s sex charges went undetected, here’s a roundup of today’s top news from Modesto. The stories also include a fatal hit-and-run investigation and the latest setback in Scott Peterson’s bid for freedom. Here are the key stories: • Council raises: The Modesto City Council unanimously approved a 6.2% raise plan Tuesday...
