1 dead in crash that closed Highway 4 near Discovery Bay’s Old River Bridge
One person died in a multiple vehicle crash on Highway 4 near the Old River Bridge in the Discovery Bay area, officials said on Saturday.
Family of Brentwood mom who died in police custody finally see bodycam footage months...
After five months of pressuring the Brentwood Police Department to release body camera footage of the arrest of 72-year-old Yolanda Ramirez, her family finally got to watch a redacted version on Friday.
Things to do in Stockton | Feb. 28–March 1, 2026
From a historic film premiere at the Haggin Museum to live theater at Delta College and a weekend of cosplay at StocktonCon, there’s a wide range of events happening across the city. Food-focused fundraisers and seasonal dining experiences also round out the schedule. Here’s a look at what’s happening in Stockton...
Several Stanislaus County public safety center sites were inspected. How they fared
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] . Several sites in the Stanislaus County Public Safety Center system had health inspections in early February....
Modesto’s General Plan 2050 needs a complete redo | Opinion
A complete redo “ Modesto growth plans raise questions from Salida residents ,” ( modbee.com , Feb. 19) Modesto’s General Plan 2050 needs a complete redo. Residents need a plan that reflects their desires — not those of outside interests, land speculators or developers. Thus far, the process has been a few meetings...
Born on This Day in 1917, the Multi-Threat Musician and Producer Who Made Country...
If the name Cliffie Stone sounds unfamiliar, that’s not entirely surprising. The youngest among us likely have never heard of Cliffie Stone at all. However, if you’re a country music fan, learning a bit about him might be beneficial, considering he was a major influence in country music’s popularity in 20th-century...
How my golden retriever raised a family of ducks in my backyard | Opinion
In a recent column, I told the story of an orphan duckling , Duck-Duck, who was raised by our golden retriever, Russet. Duck-Duck flourished in our family room under the watchful care and protection of this great big dog who chose to love and nurture this quacking, flapping bundle rather than to prey and devour. With...
Fatal collision in Tracy: Driver killed in overturned vehicle accident
(FOX40.COM) — The California Highway Patrol responded to a call about a vehicle accident at 3:49 p.m. Saturday that left one driver dead in Tracy.Video above: Sacramento Police report decrease in violent crime for 3rd straight year A red Chevy truck heading westbound on Highway 4 swerved into the eastbound lanes near...
A guide to volunteering and extracurriculars for kids and teens in Modesto
Whether you’re a parent looking to help your children hone their talents or beef up their eventual college applications, the research to find the right activities for them can be exhausting. The Modesto Bee has rounded up a sampling of local extracurriculars, volunteer opportunities and classes to consolidate some of...
Gospel Center Rescue Mission introduces new multi-purpose center for unhoused community
The Gospel Center Rescue Mission unveiled a new facility aimed to support addiction recovery and recuperative care for unhoused community members in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday in downtown Stockton. The New Life Program Multi-Purpose Center is a three-story, 110-bed facility including dorm rooms with one to...
