LocalDid a Stanislaus Sheriff’s pilot misuse the agency’s helicopter? Here’s what we knowOn March 29, a Stanislaus Sheriff’s helicopter pilot flew to about 250 feet to waive to children. Residents thought a suspect was loose.Updated April 6, 2026 at 5:36 PM
More thunderstorms on the way to California. Here’s when to expect ‘heavy rain’April 6, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Modesto-based Gallo acquires major bourbon brand, bringing ownership back to U.S.Updated April 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
California boxer accused of hit-and-run with personal watercraft in Biscayne BayUpdated April 6, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Trump endorses former Fox News host Steve Hilton for California governorUpdated April 6, 2026 at 10:06 AM
LocalFirefighters battle early morning blaze on Mariposa Road. Cause under investigationApril 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Biz BeatModesto-based Gallo acquires major bourbon brand, bringing ownership back to U.S.Updated April 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Weather NewsModesto weather could shift from warm trend to thunderstorms, hail later in weekApril 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Biz BeatDutch Bros looking to open 12th Stanislaus County location. Plans to be by CostcoUpdated April 6, 2026 at 12:24 PM
LocalStanislaus County, city agencies hiring now. Could you be the perfect candidate?Updated April 6, 2026 at 10:45 AM
CrimeUncle accused of murdering toddler in Turlock house fire pleads not guiltyUpdated April 3, 2026 at 6:26 PM
LocalAmtrak’s allure grows as gas tops $5. Let’s do the math for Valley, Bay Area tripsApril 3, 2026 at 4:21 PM
LocalCan I report my Modesto neighbor for watering lawn on a wrong day? See new rulesApril 3, 2026 at 1:45 PM
TurlockDriver killed after crashing into tree identified as 19-year-old from TurlockApril 3, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Biz BeatNew bakery on McHenry Avenue in Modesto will have around 165 menu itemsUpdated April 3, 2026 at 11:43 AM
CrimeTurlock toddler was bubbly, neighbor says, and it’s ‘heavy in the neighborhood now’Updated April 3, 2026 at 8:11 AM
TurlockTurlock boosts oversight of fiber installation after property damage complaintsApril 3, 2026 at 7:59 AM
LocalModesto to hold town hall on renaming Chavez Park following abuse allegationsApril 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Business7 bookstores in or near Stanislaus celebrate indie shops with monthlong ‘crawl’April 3, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Politics & GovernmentHow Trump’s new executive order may impact mail-in voting in Stanislaus CountyUpdated April 2, 2026 at 2:33 PM
LocalIs Costco open for Easter in Modesto? Walmart? Here’s when stores will be closedUpdated April 2, 2026 at 1:34 PM
LocalICE arrested 18 in Stanislaus County over last 6 months. What families should knowUpdated April 2, 2026 at 1:12 PM
CrimeUncle faces murder charge after 2-year-old is found dead in burned Turlock homeUpdated April 2, 2026 at 12:01 PM
LocalHome fires killed more than 100 people in California. Are you prepared for one?April 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
LocalNo major violations? 13 Stanislaus County restaurants with good health reportsApril 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
EducationModesto City Schools approves cellphone policy for TK-12. What it dictatesUpdated April 1, 2026 at 5:56 PM
EntertainmentPopular festivals make their comebacks in Modesto. Take a look at what’s plannedApril 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM
