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A bomb threat called in to Emanuel Medical Center briefly interrupted operations Thursday morning. Someone called the hospital, saying only, “There’s a bomb,” Capt. Nino Amirfar said. “The hospital went … Click to Continue »
Read More »Judge won’t let Modesto attorney Frank Carson be co-counsel in own murder case
Judge: Carson can assist counsel, not argue or question witnesses Defense says Carson’s involvement wouldn’t create disruptions Prosecution says Carson has represented many of witnesses … Click to Continue »
Read More »Riverbank Imax being prepared for ‘super’ debut
Finishing touches being made at new Galaxy theater Execs promise bright, sharp presentation for 2-D, 3-D shows Soft opening for fundraiser precedes grand opening Thursday … Click to Continue »
Read More »Two children taken from filthy Ceres home with no running water
Children hadn’t eaten since breakfast the day before Home contained only rotten food Parents found to be under the influence of methamphetamine … Click to Continue »
Read More »Farmworkers remember historic Delano-to-Sacramento march 50 years ago
Seventeen people who marched the entire distance are still alive U.S. Department of Labor secretary sent letter of commendation to each marcher The march almost didn’t happen when police blocked the way … Click to Continue »
Read More »UC Merced students strive to connect peers, residents
They conducted local cleanup efforts this month Some also planning downtown event to get businesses involved They said students need to do their part to make Merced their own … Click to Continue »
Read More »Five candidates file for Merced County District 4 supervisor seat
District 4 race most crowded of all supervisor races Candidates a mix of business owners and experienced board or council members … Click to Continue »
Read More »Livingston conference aims to empower young women
More than 400 teens expected to attend Young Women’s Conference Gathering features workshops, speakers, booths … Click to Continue »
Read More »Lonestar joins Merced County Fair lineup
The country act will perform on stage on the Saturday lineup Three other acts have been confirmed … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Shakespearefest set to perform ‘Macbeth’
The production is in conjunction with Merced Theatre The tragedy is set for three performances … Click to Continue »
Read More »FBI: UC Merced stabber “self-radicalized,” but not connected to ISIS
The 18-year-old acted alone and was not connected to a terror group, FBI says He had a photo copy of an ISIS flag in his possession Attacker Faisal Mohammad drew “inspiration” from ISIS, FBI says … Click to Continue »
Read More »Rancher Cliven Bundy wants to ask judge again to free him
Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy wants to ask a federal judge Thursday to release him from jail pending trial on charges stemming from an armed standoff against federal agents two years ago. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Two Merced officers receive promotions
Two veteran officers with the Merced Police Department will be formally promoted Friday during a ceremony at City Hall, city officials announced today. Don King will be promoted from sergeant … Click to Continue »
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