'Just Trying To Do Good': Modesto Junior College Professor Runs To Support Struggling Students
Cramped or not, Sam Pierstorff was all smiles. That's because his mission holds special meaning. It's all to raise money for struggling college students.
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Cramped or not, Sam Pierstorff was all smiles. That's because his mission holds special meaning. It's all to raise money for struggling college students.
Investigators are trying to reconstruct an accident scene in Modesto where a motorcyclist was struck and killed over the weekend.
Police are investigating after a woman vandalized and shot at a parked vehicle in a Modesto neighborhood early Monday morning.
Modesto police said they decided to do some spring cleaning this week - the type of cleaning that involves breaking up a large illegal marijuana and gun sales operation.
Someone sneaking around an almond tree orchard ended up launching their car into a tree.
Five-month-old Ninja is back on her feet. The black cat is lucky to be alive after being shot.
A prior felon has been arrested on suspicion of shooting at a big rig while driving on Highway 99 near Modesto.
A mother is demanding justice after her unarmed son was killed in a police shooting near a Modesto church in December.
Hundreds of cyclists made their way through Modesto streets this past Saturday for a bike-riding event organized by the 209 Rippers bike group.
Dr. Kwane Stewart's love for four-legged friends started way back when he was a child.
Police in Modesto are investigating a fatal shooting that happened overnight. It's the same area where another fatal shooting happened last week.
Spending cash in Stanislaus County is now a little easier on your pocketbook. A local nonprofit is paying customers to shop local to help struggling businesses.
The Modesto school district is helping ambitious students from low-income families achieve their scholastic goals.
One man is dead and another man is recovering from a gunshot wound after a shooting incident at a Modesto home Monday
A drive-by shooting reportedly led to a car crash in Modesto Monday morning.
A man suspected of shooting and killing someone at a Modesto home on Wednesday morning has been arrested.
Police are investigating the suspicious death of a 1-month-old Modesto infant.
A Modesto restaurant chain racked up major fines after allowing indoor dining against county orders. The Velvet Grill and Creamery is also racking up supporters.
A Stanislaus County high school has shut down due to a coronavirus outbreak.
An 80-year-old Modesto man is being hailed a hero after rescuing a person who drove his vehicle into a canal.
An off-duty CHP-Modesto Officer saved a man's life after he suffered a heart attack in a Home Depot.
California announced Monday the state will require counties to bring down rampant coronavirus rates in poorer neighborhoods.
Police in Modesto are searching for information that could lead them to the passengers of a vehicle who might know something about a homicide that happened in August.
Jovonna Cruz, the Modesto mother accused of causing her 7-year-old son's death earlier this month, appeared before a judge on Monday.
Jovonna Cruz, the Modesto mother accused of killing her 7-year-old son earlier this month, was charged Monday with felony child abuse causing death.
Videos showing extreme violence are easily accessible on Instagram — and people are making thousands posting graphic content on the platform, a CBS News investigation found.
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Donate a backpack or school supplies to the Phoong Law Sacramento headquarters or the following Great Clips or Jimboy's locations.
Help local students succeed by donating backpacks or school supplies.
Do you think you have what it takes to be on Survivor? Then apply for the adventure of a lifetime.
Big Al – whose name was Alvin Sams – was part of Northern California television and radio for more than 25 years.
Alvin "Big Al" Sams will be remembered at a funeral service on Thursday.
Videos showing extreme violence are easily accessible on Instagram — and people are making thousands posting graphic content on the platform, a CBS News investigation found.
To take photos of the Mount Lyell shrew, three students laid out over 100 traps last November in the Eastern Sierra Nevada region and checked them every two hours.
A farewell celebration for the Hotel Marysville took place Monday, seven months after a fire devastated the historic vacant building.
How long have you been a Good Day fan? Some of our longtime viewers will know that today wasn't the first day Cody and Lori anchored a weekend show together!
Downtown Sacramento Partnership is ringing in the New Year with the 21st annual Dine Downtown, featuring 31 restaurants and specially curated menus. Through January 18th, guests can enjoy a three-course dinner for just $45—an incredible value for some of downtown’s best dining. This year’s nonprofit partner is Opening Doors, with one dollar from every meal sold supporting their work empowering immigrants, refugees, and trafficking survivors across Sacramento.
Join the Community Pickleball Competition taking place Jan 10 at Johnson Ranch Sports Complex. The event runs from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and welcomes players of all ages and skill levels. Participation is free for patients, with a $25 suggested donation for the general public, and all proceeds support pediatric specialty medical care at Shriners Children’s. This event is part of a broader national effort following the Association of Pickleball Players’ (APP) newly announced multi-year partnership with Shriners Children’s, naming Shriners Children’s as the APP’s official charity partner. The partnership aims to raise awareness and funding through community-based pickleball events while supporting the rapid growth of the sport nationwide.
The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink is keeping the winter fun going through January at 7th and K Streets. With family-friendly activities, craft workshops, and free skate days still ahead, there’s plenty of time to make memories before the rink closes January 19. Today is extra special with FREE ice skating presented by the A’s! The first two hours are sponsored by the A’s, and Stomper will be on site between skate sessions for photos and fun.
One Balloon At A Time specializes in creating stunning balloon displays for parties and events of all kinds. They also offer a wide variety of backdrop and arch rentals, neon signs, and more. Owner, Dawn Kinser, she shows off some of her eye-catching displays perfect for your 2026 events—PLUS, she’s giving away a FREE balloon backdrop to one lucky viewer!
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Videos showing extreme violence are easily accessible on Instagram — and people are making thousands posting graphic content on the platform, a CBS News investigation found.
To take photos of the Mount Lyell shrew, three students laid out over 100 traps last November in the Eastern Sierra Nevada region and checked them every two hours.
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
The former first lady, senator, secretary of state and presidential nominee opens up about personal matters in her new book, "Something Lost, Something Gained: Reflections on Life, Love, and Liberty."
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.