Stanislaus County commission approves annexing 300 acres on southeast side of Oakdale
The California city of Oakdale could be seeing one of its biggest expansions in years with the addition of new homes, businesses and thousands of new residents.
Oversight committee accuses Turlock superintendent of greenlighting noncompliant classroom project
A Bond Oversight Committee is calling out Turlock Unified School District leadership, accusing a superintendent of knowingly greenlighting a noncompliant classroom project, a decision they say cost the district approximately $8 million in state grant funding.
Modesto chooses downtown area as future site of pro soccer stadium
The city has been deep in negotiations with the United Soccer League, working to bring both men's and women's teams to town.
Turlock's We Care shelter back open but future remains uncertain
After weeks in limbo, Turlock's We Care homeless shelter is back open. The facility's future was uncertain until last-minute donations bought them more time.
Zoo strep outbreak pauses intakes at Stanislaus Animal Services as vet shortage, clinic gaps persist
A contagious respiratory illness known as zoo strep has forced Stanislaus Animal Services to halt all stray animal intakes, as shelter staff work to deep-clean the facility and separate exposed dogs.
Hundreds of spring-run salmon rescued after taking detour into Tuolumne River
More than 1,200 adult spring-run Chinook salmon meant to return to the San Joaquin River ended up in the Tuolumne River instead, prompting a five-part rescue operation.
Stanislaus County weighs new truck parking rules after farmer complaints
Stanislaus County planners hosted a public meeting Wednesday night to gather feedback on a proposed ordinance aimed at regulating truck parking in agricultural zones.
Residents in Stanislaus County's Diablo Grande shoulder massive debt amid water crisis
Homeowners there are now paying a base rate of nearly $600 a month just to keep their water on until December 31.
Advocate points to fear keeping farmworkers from joining Stanislaus advisory board
Since applications opened in January, the county has struggled to fill the 10 farmworker seats required to activate the board.
Stanislaus County farmer Mexico tomato tariff won't affect his prices
The U.S. just ended a decades-old tomato trade agreement with Mexico, and while prices could soon spike at grocery stores and restaurants across the country, one Stanislaus County farmer says not so fast.
Modesto, Turlock see increase in homeless population in latest Stanislaus County count
Modesto continues to lead the county with 1,603 unhoused individuals, but county leaders say the numbers also reflect progress.
State sends City of Turlock letter over lack of shelter funding
The battle over funding for Turlock's We Care emergency men's shelter has triggered a deeper crisis: one that could cost the city millions in state money.
Turlock homeless shelter at risk of closing to stay open through summer
After months of political back-and-forth, Turlock's emergency homeless shelter for men said it's staying open thanks to a wave of community donations.
Stanislaus County city of Hickman working to address months-long water issue
A water issue that spans months in the Stanislaus County city of Hickman has led to daily shut-offs, a boil water notice and growing frustration among residents and school officials.
"No Kings" protest draws thousands to California State Capitol in Sacramento
Thousands of people gathered at the California State Capitol as part of the "No Kings" movement on Saturday.