Atwater police asked for help on Friday to identify a man who they say recently cashed a counterfeit check. The man cashed a check at an Atwater business on Feb. … Click to Continue »
Read More »‘This is embarrassing enough,’ Atwater mayor says in public squabble
A contentious Atwater City Council meeting ended this week with the council agreeing to select a new firm to act as its city attorney, but not before lobbing accusations and … Click to Continue »
Read More »This week expected to be the wettest of the year so far in Merced County
The most rain Merced County has seen so far this year is expected near the end of the week, weather officials report. There is a chance of showers Wednesday night … Click to Continue »
Read More »CHP Merced K9 Laika sniffed out more than tinted windows in this traffic stop
Officers found $ 68,000 wrapped in shrink wrap and electrical tape in a vehicle after California Highway Patrol Merced K9 Laika alerted them to the smell of narcotics, authorities said. CHP … Click to Continue »
Read More »This new, high-tech solution could help Merced County curb ag crimes
Merced County law enforcement officials plan to employ a new tool to fight crime that victimizes farms and farmers. It’s called SmartWater CSI, a liquid invisible to the naked eye … Click to Continue »
Read More »Do you know this man? Yosemite rangers need help locating him
Yosemite National Park is seeking the public’s help in locating a man named Alan Chow. Chow was last seen at the Hetch Hetchy entrance on Friday, Feb. 17. The park … Click to Continue »
Read More »Autism is hard to diagnose in young children. This blood test could change that, researchers say
One in 68 children in the U.S. has been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control — but diagnosing the disorder early is … Click to Continue »
Read More »Here’s what you need to know about the freezing temperatures this week
Freeze warnings have been issued in Merced County this week, and weather officials are advising people to look out for seniors and their pets. A hard freeze warning is in … Click to Continue »
Read More »This Merced County superintendent was selected to expand computer science statewide
Gov. Jerry Brown has selected Planada Elementary School District Superintendent Jose L. Gonzalez to help promote more computer science education opportunities throughout the state, according to the Merced County Office … Click to Continue »
Read More »This place opens on Valentines Day and it can help rehabilitate your heart
More people in Merced County will be able to mend their hearts on Valentines Day with the upgraded wellness center for patients at Mercy Medical Center, according to hospital staff. … Click to Continue »
Read More »This was the cause of a big-rig crash in Merced
The driver of a tractor trailer suffered some type of medical issue Friday afternoon while driving on Highway 99 in Merced that caused him to cross over into on-coming traffic … Click to Continue »
Read More »This Merced County superintendent is moving to a new district, MCOE says
An award-winning superintendent in Merced County is taking the top administrator’s spot in Gustine Unified School District, according to a news release. Bryan Ballenger, 42, will leave the superintendent position … Click to Continue »
Read More »This California woman was reported missing. Then she was spotted on ‘The Bachelor’
If you’re a fan of “The Bachelor,” there’s probably very little that surprises you. Cattiness, lots of kissing, tearful moments. But the show may have broken new ground after one … Click to Continue »
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