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These are some of The Modesto Bee reporters’ favorite small businesses

From restaurants to a veterinary office, places to shop and an auto mechanic, these are some of our top recommendations.

Nick the Greek opening new restaurant in Tracy with freebie deals

The new Greek restaurant will hold a grand opening on Wednesday, May 6, at 2970 W. Grant Line Road, in the former space of ...

Retire Like Royalty On Social Security Alone In These 10 Overlooked California Towns

These 10 towns offer low costs and charming small-town life! 1. Grass Valley Gold Rush architecture painted in cheerful colo ...

The Woman Behind ‘Migrant Mother’ Photograph And the Reality of the Great Depression

A 1936 photograph by Dorothea Lange came to define the Great Depression, but the real story of the ‘Migrant Mother’ was far ...

Modesto mayor delivers State of the City address, celebrates crime reduction and entertainment investment

(FOX40.COM) — The State Theatre in downtown Modesto was packed with people Thursday evening for an evening of friendship, history and reflection as Mayor Sue Zwahlen delivered the annual State of the ...

Why authenticity matters more than celebrity in beauty branding

As consumers grow more discerning, transparency and consistency are reshaping how beauty brands build loyalty. Put a celebrity name on a label and watch it sell. For most of the past decade, that was ...

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Want to escape from Stanislaus County heat? See 6 cooler spots for spring break

Spring break is just around the corner. According to the Stanislaus County of Education, spring vacation begins as early as Monday, March 23, for some students. Others won’t be off until early April.

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Criminal charges filed after hazardous chemical explosion at Modesto recycling facility

MODESTO, Calif. — Criminal charges have been filed following an investigation into a chemical explosion and fire at Gilton’s Resource Recovery Facility in Modesto, Stanislaus County District Attorney ...

‘The Beauty’ Season 2 Isn’t Confirmed, But Here’s The Encouraging News

Ryan Murphy’s body horror series The Beauty, starring Ashton Kutcher, wrapped up its first season on Wednesday. What are the chances of the series coming back for a second season? The Beauty kicked ...

Retirees Are Discovering Modesto as a Surprisingly Affordable Way to Live the California Lifestyle

Modesto is located in an agricultural region of California. It boasts a relatively low cost of living. As you think about and plan for retirement, you might be daydreaming about relocating to a ...

Modesto sees significant drop in crime, no homicides reported in 2025

POLICE HAVE NOT RELEASED INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOOTER. MODESTO IS SEEING A MAJOR DROP IN CRIME COMPARED TO A DECADE AGO. THERE WERE NO HOMICIDES LAST YEAR AND THEY HAVE SEEN A DRAMATIC DECREASE IN ...

College baseball: SRJC beats Modesto to force winner-take-all game in NorCal Super Regionals

The Santa Rosa Junior College baseball team staved off postseason elimination and set up a winner-take-all Game 3 against ...

Triple-digit temperatures forecast in Northern CA, Central Valley. How to keep cool

A Heat Advisory has been issued for portions of the central Sacramento Valley and northern San Joaquin Valley from 11 AM ...

Where California metros rank among the least affordable cities for renters

Fremont emerged as the state’s most affordable metro area for renters, ranking No. 20 nationally. WalletHub found renters ...

1 person dead after a shooting in Modesto, police investigate

A person died after a shooting Tuesday night in Modesto, according to the Modesto Police Department. Modesto police said its ...

States and schools expand hands-on career training programs

From South Dakota to California and Alabama, new initiatives are expanding career and technical education through grants, industry partnerships, and real-world training. Programs range from ...

Caps off, hard hats on: Modesto students learn how to build construction career

Taylor Morrison opened one of its Manteca constructions sites for a visit with MCS students interested in the trade.

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Driver Under Investigation for Harassing and Threatening Women Between 2021 and 2026, Modesto Detectives Seek Additional Victims

May 4, 2026 – Modesto Police Department officials report that detectives are following up on an investigation involving the driver of these vehicles.

Turlock district, UC Merced test solar panels on canals. State leaders get a peek

The Turlock Irrigation District was California’s first such agency when it formed in 1887. On Wednesday, it showed off ...

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Wrong-way crash on Highway 99 near Atwater results in major injuries, CHP says

A head-on crash involving two drivers suspected of DUI resulted in major injuries near Atwater early Sunday morning. At about 12:48 a.m., Merced CHP officers were called out to the scene of head-on ...

Modesto mayor delivers State of the City address, celebrates crime reduction and entertainment investment

Modesto Roadsters open single-game ticket sales ahead of inaugural 2026 season

MODESTO, Calif. — The Modesto Roadsters have opened single-game ticket sales for their inaugural 2026 season, marking a key step ahead of the team’s debut in the Pioneer Baseball League. Opening Night ...