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Mother accused of second-degree murder in death of toddler takes the stand in her own defense

MODESTO — Kelle Anne Brassart, charged with second-degree murder and felony child endangerment in the Sept. 12 drowning of her 2-year-old daughter, took the stand in her own defense on Monday and delivered an uneven performance as she answered questions from her attorney and the prosecution.Modesto · Modesto Read Article

Stanislaus County clerk-recorder announces fee increases effective Jan. 1

MODESTO — The Stanislaus County Clerk Recorder’s Office will implement several fee increases beginning Jan. 1, 2026, affecting vital records, marriage documents and environmental filings, Clerk Recorder and Registrar of Voters Donna Linder announced this week.Modesto · Modesto Read Article

Modesto man convicted after 150 dogs seized in puppy mill case

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A Modesto man accused of running a large-scale puppy mill and abusing dozens of dogs faces up to four years in local state prison after a Stanislaus County jury convicted him of felony and misdemeanor animal cruelty following a lengthy…Animal Cruelty · Modesto See the Story

Modesto Gospel mission hosts annual Christmas lunch and toy giveaway for more than 3,000 people

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Holiday ham and all the fixins. Toys for kids of all ages, ready to be selected. A swirl of activity surrounded the Modesto Gospel Mission on Tuesday as it prepared to serve people from across the community.Modesto · Modesto Read Article

What Was the Pivotal Evidence Against Scott Peterson?

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Court TV’s Ted Rowlands and former Court TV correspondent Beth Karas revisit the case against Scott Peterson, the California man convicted of murdering his wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son. (12/23/25)Modesto · Modesto See the Story

Pirates steal win from Claim Jumpers in final minutes

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Columbia College men’s basketball team dropped a nail-biter at Oak Pavilion on Saturday night, with the Modesto Junior College Pirates stealing a last-minute win on the road, 85-82 final.Basketball · Modesto Read Article

Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race

Alexandra Duarte, Modesto almond farmer and candidate for California State Senate District 4, joined Ag Meter to discuss her rapidly growing campaign, the challenges facing rural California, and why agriculture ... Read More The post Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race appeared first on AgNet West.Agriculture · Modesto Read Article

Modesto Gospel Mission seeks community support for Christmas event

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Jason Conway, CEO of the Modesto Gospel Mission, highlighted a specific need for gifts suitable for teenagers.Modesto · Modesto Read Article

Couples can tie the knot on Valentine’s Day with ‘Marriage at the Mansion’ event

Stanislaus County Clerk-Recorder Donna Linder and her staff invite engaged couples to join them as they perform marriage ceremonies on Valentine’s Day at the historic McHenry Mansion in downtown Modesto.Valentine's Day · Modesto Read Article

Modesto district throws cold water on continuing investigation of director accused of theft during contentious meeting

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Mother accused of second-degree murder in death of toddler takes the stand in her own defense

Stanislaus County clerk-recorder announces fee increases effective Jan. 1

Modesto man convicted after 150 dogs seized in puppy mill case

Modesto Gospel mission hosts annual Christmas lunch and toy giveaway for more than 3,000 people

What Was the Pivotal Evidence Against Scott Peterson?

Pirates steal win from Claim Jumpers in final minutes

Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race

Modesto Gospel Mission seeks community support for Christmas event

Couples can tie the knot on Valentine’s Day with ‘Marriage at the Mansion’ event

Modesto district throws cold water on continuing investigation of director accused of theft during contentious meeting

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Mother accused of second-degree murder in death of toddler takes the stand in her own defense

Stanislaus County clerk-recorder announces fee increases effective Jan. 1

Modesto man convicted after 150 dogs seized in puppy mill case

Modesto Gospel mission hosts annual Christmas lunch and toy giveaway for more than 3,000 people

What Was the Pivotal Evidence Against Scott Peterson?

Pirates steal win from Claim Jumpers in final minutes

Alexandra Duarte Talks Water, Agriculture, and Rural California in State Senate District 4 Race

Modesto Gospel Mission seeks community support for Christmas event

Couples can tie the knot on Valentine’s Day with ‘Marriage at the Mansion’ event

Modesto district throws cold water on continuing investigation of director accused of theft during contentious meeting

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