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Merced County Traffic Stop Leads to $1M Cocaine Seizure
A traffic stop on Highway 99 in Merced County turned into a major narcotics bust after CHP says officers found 10 kilograms of suspected cocaine hidden in a Honda Accord.
Fresno Starbucks Shooting: Man Killed in Parking Lot Near Shaw and Dale
A deadly shooting at a Fresno Starbucks parking lot left a man dead Sunday evening. Police say the incident may be part of a growing violence trend in the city.
Judge Sets April Trial Date in Deadly 2022 Downtown Sacramento Mass Shooting Case
A judge has set an April trial date in the deadly 2022 downtown Sacramento mass shooting case involving Deandre Martin and Mtula Payton.
Suspect Arrested After South Sacramento Shooting Leaves Man Hospitalized
A South Sacramento shooting on Monday left one man hospitalized and led to an arrest, according to early local reports. Here’s what’s confirmed so far.
Fresno crash turns into armed standoff, ending in arrest, police say
A Fresno crash turned into an armed standoff after a man drove into a home and later refused to surrender to police, ending in an arrest.
Sacramento County elderly suspect arrested in child molestation case, authorities say
An elderly suspect has been arrested in Sacramento County after being accused of molesting child relatives, according to initial reports. Authorities have not yet released many details, and the case remains under development.
Central Valley Crime Trends: What Residents Should Know This Week
From property crimes to violent incidents, Central Valley residents are keeping a close eye on the latest crime trends across Sacramento, Tracy, Modesto, Merced, Fresno, and nearby communities. Here’s a local look at the issues shaping safety concerns this week.
Mina Nazari Guilty in Modesto Child Killing Case
A Modesto mother has been found guilty in the 2023 killing of her 4-year-old daughter and attempted murder of her 10-year-old son. Here’s what we know.
Los Banos Woman Killed in Hanford; Arrest Made
Hanford police say 25-year-old Sully Elizabeth Cortez Neri of Los Banos was killed during an attempted robbery. Here’s everything confirmed so far.
4-Year-Old Among 4 Hurt in Oak Park Sacramento Shooting
Four people, including a 4-year-old child, were hurt in a shooting in Sacramento’s Oak Park neighborhood. Here’s everything confirmed so far.
Merced Police Ask for Help Identifying 2 Suspects in Home Depot Theft Case
Merced police say a suspect stole more than $2,000 in merchandise from Best Buy over multiple dates and are asking the public for help.
2 Teens Killed in Northeast Fresno Triple Shooting
Police say two 15-year-old boys were killed and a 14-year-old was injured in a targeted triple shooting in northeast Fresno. Here’s the latest.
Pig Latin Elk Grove Review, Menu and Hours
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A Seat at the Table Bookstore Burglarized in Elk Grove
A Seat at the Table Books in Elk Grove was hit in an early-morning burglary that police say involved two suspects. Here is what has been confirmed so far.
Sacramento Man Arrested After 11 Business Burglaries
Sacramento police arrested 23-year-old Arthur Jasper after a burglary spree that investigators say hit 11 local businesses. Here is what has been confirmed so far.
Johnson Plumbing Inc Merced Reviews and Services
Looking for a plumber in Merced? Here’s what public reviews, BBB, and Johnson Plumbing Inc.’s official site say about this longtime local company.