Red-light cameras return to Modesto after 12-year hiatus
Red-light cameras are back on Modesto streets for the first time in more than a decade.
Chinese Camp debris cleanup finished 6 months after California wildfire
Six months after a California wildfire destroyed dozens of homes in the Tuolumne County community of Chinese Camp, officials say debris removal is now complete and properties are being returned to their owners.
Turlock parents question school picture day company after Epstein file claims
Spring photo day was underway Thursday at several schools within the Turlock Unified School District, but instead of excitement over class pictures, some parents are raising concerns about the company taking those photos.
New Modesto neighborhood to honor fallen firefighters with park, street names
A new housing development in Modesto will feature a firefighter-themed park and streets named after fallen and prominent members of the Modesto Fire Department, following a years-long collaboration between city officials, firefighters and a private developer.
Modesto City Schools reports higher graduation rates, college readiness still lags
Students in Modesto City Schools are continuing to recover from pandemic-era learning loss, with graduation rates, test scores and attendance improving over the past three years, according to a new report analyzing state data.
Diablo Grande water provider challenges supplier's stance on $14M debt: "We didn't create this"
Western Hills board president Mark Kovich said the current board inherited the financial situation after taking office in 2022, noting that payments to Kern County Water Agency stopped in 2019 under prior leadership.
City of Ceres and youth baseball team clash over new field lights
A youth baseball league in Ceres says newly installed field lights at Smyrna Park are creating dark spots and glare, making it harder for players to see the ball during night games.
Patterson linen company closure leaves dozens of workers without jobs in Stanislaus County
A Patterson-based linen company is shutting down after being sold to a larger competitor, leaving nearly 90 workers in Stanislaus County without jobs.
Turlock mayor clashes with Gov. Newsom over homeless funding
Turlock's mayor is pushing back against Gov. Newsom over homeless funding, saying the state's latest budget decisions put more pressure on cities just months after the governor publicly criticized Turlock's own handling of shelter money.
Modesto City Schools proposes new mental health service plan
A proposed update to Modesto City Schools' mental health policy drew sharp criticism from parents during a school board meeting, with concerns centered on when parents would be notified if students access counseling services.
Denair residents want more law enforcement presence amid concerns at local park
Residents in the small Stanislaus County community of Denair are raising concerns about what they describe as an uptick in illegal activity at Sterling Ranch Park and are asking for a stronger law enforcement presence.
Modesto launches Downtown Streets Team replacement
A new program aimed at cleaning up Modesto streets while providing paid work to people experiencing homelessness officially launched this week.
Del Monte Foods shuts down Modesto plant, affecting families across the Central Valley
Del Monte Foods is shutting down its Modesto fruit cannery, bringing an end to operations at a facility that has long been part of the agricultural economy in California's Central Valley.
Oakdale police investigate string of overnight thefts in residential areas
Oakdale police said they are investigating a series of overnight thefts after five incidents were reported across residential neighborhoods, including one burglary where a gun was taken.
Stanislaus County road to close for up to 2 years as expressway construction continues
Terminal Avenue in Stanislaus County will close to through traffic starting Monday as construction continues on the North County Corridor project, county officials said.