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Stanislaus County transit authority says new plan is ‘least harmful way’ to cut back bus services next summer

Regular bus riders may find they’ll have to walk a little further next summer when local bus routes shrink. In an effort to maintain the free service for a significant portion of its riders, Stanislaus Regional Transit Authority (StanRTA) is moving to reduce service by 15% and address a $3 million budget shortfall through the Short Range Transit Plan.

Stanislaus County, CA · 4d
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The Modesto Bee

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Inspectors measure food at unsafe temperatures in Stanislaus County restaurants

In our Reality Check stories, Modesto Bee journalists deliver fast facts about the issues that matter to local residents to hold officials and institutions accountable. Read more. Story idea? Tips@modbee.com . Food was found at unsafe temperature in Modesto, Turlock and Patterson restaurants during mid-October inspections. Stanislaus County health inspectors found insects and cross-contamination risks in multiple food facilities in mid-October. The majority of the 2,400 permitted food service establishments in the county receive unannounced routine food safety inspections each year, according to the Department of Environmental Resources . There were 55 inspections across 55 facilities between Oct. 19-25, according to the DER website. Dirty conditions at a Stanislaus County restaurant? How to report health code violations Unsafe food temperatures among major violations The details of the reports do not indicate whether a restaurant passed or failed inspection. Corrective actions may have been made by the business by the time of publication. For updates on individual restaurants, search the DER website . Stanislaus County upgrades its health inspections website. How to find reports Aj’s Café & Grill, 2800 Geer Road in Turlock, had 11 violations on Oct. 19 — three of them major. The dishwasher and the bucket at the

Stanislaus County, CA · 9d

The Modesto Bee

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Climate change affects Modesto's poorest areas the most. What is the city's plan?

For the first time, Modesto will have an environmental justice element in its general plan, the blueprint that will guide city growth from 2027 to 2050. Those years are expected to pose challenges with climate change , access to clean water, air quality and soil contamination from polluting industries of the past. An overarching goal for the general plan’s environmental justice section is promoting a healthy environment where residents can live, work and play in their neighborhoods without a disproportionate burden of pollution and health impacts. Senate Bill 1000, effective in 2018, requires environmental justice policies in city general plans to engage the community in decision-making and set priorities for improvements and programs to address needs. At a public meeting Thursday, the city unveiled a map showing underserved areas based on indicators such as pollution exposure, environmental issues, socioeconomic factors and vulnerable populations. The areas include west Modesto, the Bret Harte and Shackelford neighborhoods, airport neighborhood, central Modesto south of Briggsmore Avenue, La Loma and Empire. The map also marks the city’s undeveloped northeast corner as underserved. The city has proposed policies and actions to address some environmental justice issues and received input at Thursday’s meeting for addressing other problems.

Modesto, CA · 6d

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Bird Flu Wipes Out 1.3 Million Hens at Stanislaus County Egg Ranch

An HPAI infection at an unnamed Stanislaus County egg ranch resulted in the loss of 1.3 million hens. The case is notable for its scale and comes amid reports of infections in poultry and dairy herds in several states. The USDA figure was reported by the Hanford Sentinel in a...

Stanislaus County, CA · 1d
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Residents In These 8 California Cities Pay Far Less For Power Than PG&E Customers

Want to find cities in California where residents pay far less for power than PG&E customers?. These 8 cities offer lower monthly bills and real financial relief!. Opening your electric bill every month can feel like a small punishment, especially if you’re in PG&E territory. Modesto is one of...

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Manteca Garbage Bills Headed Toward 50% Hike as City Hunts New Dump Site

Manteca homeowners already watching their garbage bills climb are about to get a closer look at exactly where that money goes. City officials plan to dig into every corner of the solid-waste system in the new year, from the curb where carts get picked up to the final destinations for garbage, green waste, organic waste, and recyclables, all ahead of a looming City Council decision on new rate hikes set to take effect January 1, 2028.

Manteca, CA · 2d

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Stanislaus County, California, Backs $26M Bond Deal for Lumira Clinics in Modesto, Ceres

Stanislaus County, California, supervisors have approved tax-exempt bond financing of up to $26 million to help Lumira Healthcare expand its clinic footprint in Modesto and build a new primary care hub out of a shuttered Ceres pharmacy. The financing covers three sites: an existing clinic on East Orangeburg Avenue, a building on Florida Avenue, and the former Rite Aid pharmacy at 1830 Mitchell Road in Ceres.

Stanislaus County, CA · 2d

The Modesto Bee

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When do newly elected officials start their terms in Stanislaus County and the state?

Once the Nov. 3 election results are certified, how soon do candidates take office? ​For most state positions, they are seated in January. The governor and all other state constitutional offices, including lieutenant governor, secretary of state and treasurer, start their terms Jan. 1 and serve four years, with a maximum of two terms. For state Senate and Assembly positions, winners are sworn in the first Monday in December. Assembly members serve two-year terms, and senators serve four-year terms. They have a lifetime limit of 12 years in the Legislature for both houses. In Stanislaus County, city council and mayor positions are seated Jan. 1. They both serve four-year terms with a limit of two terms. Modesto Irrigation District board members are seated in early December, serve four years and have no term limits. School board members will be seated in January to start their four years of service; there are no term limits for these positions. For the Yosemite Community College District, members take office in December for their first board meeting where they will elect a president and vice-president of the board. They will hold office for four years, and there are no term limits. Propositions and measures

Stanislaus County, CA · 4d

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Modesto teachers vote on whether to authorize first strike in more than 40 years

Teachers in Modesto City Schools are voting on whether to authorize a strike, potentially setting the stage for the district's first teacher walkout in more than four decades.

Modesto, CA · 3d

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Stanislaus County reports first flu death of the season

(FOX40.COM) — The Stanislaus County Health Services Agency confirmed its first influenza-associated death of this season. Officials said that a man under the age of 65 had died after contracting the flu. No additional information on the man’s previous health condition has been released. “We extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of […]

Stanislaus County, CA · 3d

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Naven Leads Singh by 876 Votes in Manteca Mayor's Race, 90,000 Ballots Remain

Jacob Naven held an 876-vote lead over incumbent Manteca Mayor Gary Singh as of Wednesday's 1:11 a.m. update, with Naven pulling in 8,560 votes to Singh's 7,684 — a 52.7 percent to 47.3 percent split. But the race is far from settled: San Joaquin County still has just over 90,000 ballots left to process, meaning the outcome could shift considerably before it's final.

Manteca, CA · 2d

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Modesto electricians: ask this before booking a generator hookup

Top 3Electricians · Modesto, CA·Checked Nov 5, 2026. A generator hookup in Modesto starts with your panel and the circuits you need to power. We read electrician reviews and business records to find 3 places to start, plus the questions worth asking before you choose a plan.

Modesto, CA · 2d

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San Joaquin County cuts ballot backlog in half as local election results come into focus

Four days after voters cast their ballots, San Joaquin County election officials nearly halved the number of votes awaiting processing, bringing several closely watched local races into sharper focus while leaving thousands of ballots to count. The Registrar of Voters Office reported Friday evening that election workers had processed more...

San Joaquin County, CA · 1d

The Sacramento Bee

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Rodent enters Sacramento restaurant during health inspection. What else was found?

Sacramento County Health Inspectors gave a red placard to a soul food restaurant after finding about rodent droppings throughout the facility in addition to the live rodent. What do these inspections mean? While a yellow placard signals two or more major violations, these are typically corrected or mitigated during the inspection, according to the Sacramento County Retail Food Inspection Guide . A red placard, however, signals “imminent danger to public health and safety” and suspends an establishment’s health permit until violations are corrected. This could include, but is not limited to, major vermin contamination . In contrast, a green placard means a restaurant passed inspection. The county performs about 14,000 inspections annually and about 97% of establishments pass, spokesman Ken Casparis previously told The Sacramento Bee. Approximately 1% of inspections result in a closure, he said. These were the results of Sacramento County food facility inspections for Thursday, Oct. 29, through Wednesday, Nov. 4. If an inspection listed below needs clarification, business owners can email The Sacramento Bee at servicejournalists@sacbee.com . How to report a business to the health department For readers who would like to report a local restaurant, food truck or café for health violations, you can file

Sacramento, CA · 2d

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This Old-School California Flea Market Has Hundreds Of Vendors And Bargains Worth Waking Up Early For

A green barn from an old hops-drying operation still stands at the center of this weekend bargain bash. Around it, more than 450 vendor spaces fill up every Saturday and Sunday. The gates open at 7 a.m., rain or shine, all year long. Admission is free, and so is parking...

Sacramento, CA · 10h

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30 propane tanks found near church, businesses evacuated

(FOX40.COM) — Several Sacramento businesses were evacuated after approximately 30 propane tanks were found near an area church, officials said. According to the Sacramento Fire Department, a report was received around 4 p.m. about a gas leak on the 3300 block of 52nd Avenue, near a Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.  Sac Fire and PG&E […]

Sacramento, CA · 1d

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News photos: California tourist railroad introduces America 250 locomotive

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — It’s never too late for another America 250 locomotive. The River Fox Train, an excursion operation in Yolo County, this week introduced a new America 250 locomotive, a wrapped genset unit featuring the U.S. and California flags, a depiction of the Sacramento skyline and Tower Bridge, and America 250 branding. The [...] Read More...

Yolo County, CA · 2d

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First flu-related death in Solano County reported

(FOX40.COM) — A 64-year-old is dead after contracting the flu, according to the Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division. “Flu still kills and we’re currently seeing high numbers of cases,” Dr. Cameron Kaiser, acting Solano County Health officer said. “Our thoughts go out to this person’s family and loved ones. Getting […]

Solano County, CA · 2d

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657,000 alerts, one violent jolt: Inside the Mendocino quake

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Mendocino County in Northern California early on a Wednesday morning in June, knocking out power to thousands and sending items off shelves in stores and homes. Officials reported some injuries but no deaths. A follow-up explainer published today looks at why the alert system reached so many people.

Mendocino County, CA · 1d