Merced County Courthouse Museum opens new exhibit Thursday It combines traditional maps and Google Maps The exhibit will be on display through Oct. 2 … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced man arrested after vehicle chase in stolen car, police say
Short police chase ended with arrest Police said vehicle driven by suspect had been stolen that day … Click to Continue »
Read More »CHP reports fatal crash on Highway 99 in Merced County
The California Highway Patrol is reporting a fatal traffic collision on Highway 99, just north of Winton Parkway. Few details were available immediately. According to the CHP website, about two … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced man arrested in connection with Gracey School burglary
Traffic stop leads police to evidence of school burglary, officers say Investigators also find jewelry they believe was stolen in separate burglary One man was arrested … Click to Continue »
Read More »Cotton Fire (Kern County) Started 6/11/2016, updated 6/12/2016
Old Fire (San Benito County) Started 6/12/2016, updated 6/12/2016
New 3-D mammography coming to Mercy Medical Center
Locals no longer have to travel for 3-D images 3-D images help physicians detect breast abnormalities earlier Catching abnormalities earlier can save complete removal of breasts … Click to Continue »
Read More »Reporting back on Merced’s best tacos
Ramon’s Tacos in Planada most recommended by readers Popular among Yosemite tourists, the Sanchez family doesn’t disappoint Five Guys finally opens in Merced … Click to Continue »
Read More »Atwater man shot in gang attack, police say
Victim was shot in back, expected to survive No arrests have been made, police believe violence is gang related Victim’s brother was shot and killed a year ago in the same area, police say … Click to Continue »
Read More »Keswick Fire (Shasta County) Started 6/11/2016, updated 6/11/2016
Coal ash taints water in five states, study says
CHARLOTTE, N.C.-A study of North Carolina and four other southeastern states found evidence that coal ash ponds consistently contaminate nearby lakes, rivers and groundwater, Duke University scientists say. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Gawkers hampering firefighters as wild grass fire threatens buildings in Merced
Firefighters are battling a large grass fire on the outskirts of Merced that has damaged one building and is threatening several others. Flames were spotted shortly after 10 p.m. at … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced man found guilty of first-degree murder in wife’s slaying
Crisanto Bedolla convicted killing his wife at family barbecue Prosecutors say he acted in cold blood, should be convicted of first-degree murder Defense argues Bedolla acted in heat of passion, should be convicted of voluntary manslaughter … Click to Continue »
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