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Merced City Firefighters are currently on scene at the Merced County Public Health Office parking lot, where they respon...
09/23/2024

Merced City Firefighters are currently on scene at the Merced County Public Health Office parking lot, where they responded to reports of a vehicle fire at around 6:30 pm on Sunday.

Upon arrival, they found a fully engulfed vehicle and quickly extinguished the flames.

There were no occupants inside the vehicle, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

A report of a woman who was pepper sprayed while sitting in her car in the Target parking lot prompted a response from t...
09/23/2024

A report of a woman who was pepper sprayed while sitting in her car in the Target parking lot prompted a response from the Merced Police Department at around 4:40 pm on Sunday.

Upon arrival, officers offered medical assistance, which the victim declined.

The incident is currently being investigated by the officers on the scene.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law that bans plastic shopping bags at grocery stores. Under this law,...
09/22/2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law that bans plastic shopping bags at grocery stores.

Under this law, which takes effect on January 1, 2026, customers who do not bring their bags will be given the option of using paper bags instead.

This regulation applies solely to checkout bags and not to produce or food wrapping bags to avoid any potential contamination issues.

Happening now at McNamara Park. Free showers, laundry, haircuts, food, and other resources. Event for all of the Merced ...
09/22/2024

Happening now at McNamara Park.

Free showers, laundry, haircuts, food, and other resources.

Event for all of the Merced community.

Who else is ready for Halloween? Have you started decorating your home, or even your vehicle? This vehicle was seen toda...
09/22/2024

Who else is ready for Halloween? Have you started decorating your home, or even your vehicle?

This vehicle was seen today at the Food Maxx parking lot. Comment your pictures in the comment section.

On September 18th, 2024, a sergeant from the California Highway Patrol's Central Division conducted a traffic stop on no...
09/21/2024

On September 18th, 2024, a sergeant from the California Highway Patrol's Central Division conducted a traffic stop on northbound Interstate 5 (I-5) and Russell Avenue in Fresno County.

Upon inspection, the driver was found to be unlicensed and displayed signs of criminal activity, leading to a search of the vehicle.

Approximately five pounds of fentanyl powder, worth an estimated $227,000, were discovered in a paper bag on the right rear seat of the Audi Q7.

The driver, identified as Anthony Cruz, 24, of Oakland, California, was taken into custody on charges of possession of fentanyl for sale and transportation of fentanyl across non-contiguous counties.

The case was handed over to the Fresno High Impact Investigation Team (HIIT) for further investigation.

Photos:CHP

The Atwater Police Department is saddened to announce the passing of their beloved K9, Cash. He was more than just a wor...
09/21/2024

The Atwater Police Department is saddened to announce the passing of their beloved K9, Cash.

He was more than just a working dog - he was a loyal companion, a protector, and a friend.

Cash started his career with the Dos Palos Police Department in 2014 and later joined the Atwater Police Department on August 22nd, 2016.

K-9 Cash served with bravery, safeguarding our community, always by the side of his handler, Dave Sarginson.

Cash retired in 2019 and spent his remaining days in the loving care of his handler's family.

He was a true hero, and his legacy will live on in the hearts of everyone who had the honor of knowing him. Rest in peace, Cash.

Photos:APD

 Come get your Flu shot at the corner of East 15th Street and D Street and get a gas card. See flyer for more informatio...
09/20/2024



Come get your Flu shot at the corner of East 15th Street and D Street and get a gas card. See flyer for more information.

Annette Lopez, a resident of Merced, secured a remarkable $1 million win through the California Lottery. Lopez, who was ...
09/20/2024

Annette Lopez, a resident of Merced, secured a remarkable $1 million win through the California Lottery.

Lopez, who was frequently teased for her dedication to playing the lottery, was able to silence her doubters with her impressive top prize win on a Power 10's Scratchers game.

The win occurred during a special shopping trip to Save Mart in Merced, making it an unforgettable experience for Lopez.

"People would always say, 'I don't know why you keep playing. You're not going to win anything", Lopez told the California Lottery with a laugh.

Lopez said she still gets emotional talking about it because the huge prize she won on a $10 investment has helped change her life.

Photo: CA Lottery

09/20/2024

A confrontation occurred this afternoon at the Southbound 99 Yosemite Parkway off-ramp between two women who were vying for the opportunity to solicit money from drivers. The video was sent in by one of our viewers.

Merced Police is currently involved in a vehicle pursuit on Southbound 99 at speeds of up to 90 miles per hour Updates i...
09/19/2024

Merced Police is currently involved in a vehicle pursuit on Southbound 99 at speeds of up to 90 miles per hour Updates in the comments.

Merced Police responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of West 21st Street and M Street Thur...
09/19/2024

Merced Police responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of West 21st Street and M Street Thursday afternoon.

Upon arrival, officers located a Prius vehicle overturned and a Dodge Sedan involved in the crash.

Riggs ambulance responded and is currently at the scene checking on the injuries of the occupants. No further information is available.

A report was submitted to the Atwater Elementary School District by the Merced Union High School District regarding an a...
09/18/2024

A report was submitted to the Atwater Elementary School District by the Merced Union High School District regarding an attempted abduction of a high school female student by a Hispanic male in a silver Lexus on Buhach Road near Castle Gardens early this morning.

The student declined to get into the car, and the vehicle drove off.

While an elementary student was not involved, the District advises all parents to remain vigilant as students commute to and from school.

Authorities are investigating the incident and have a description of the car.

 The Merced Police Department is investigating a train-vehicle collision that took place in the area of D Street and Eas...
09/18/2024



The Merced Police Department is investigating a train-vehicle collision that took place in the area of D Street and East 16th Street at around 7:40 Tuesday night.

According to reports, the driver of the vehicle missed the turn on D Street and ended up on the train tracks, where the vehicle became stuck.

The driver was able to exit the vehicle before it was struck by the oncoming train.

There have been no reports of injuries or any other passengers in the vehicle.

Video in the comments section.

The California Highway Patrol responded to a report of a vehicle versus motorcycle collision on the northbound Highway 9...
09/17/2024

The California Highway Patrol responded to a report of a vehicle versus motorcycle collision on the northbound Highway 99 R Street exit at around 1:35 Tuesday afternoon.

Upon arrival, officers located a motorcycle that had overturned on the off-ramp at R Street.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the motorcyclist cut off a semi-truck, leading to loss of control and a subsequent crash.

No other vehicles were involved in the incident. The motorcyclist sustained minor injuries. Drugs or alcohol do not appear to be a factor.

The Merced Police Department is currently investigating a vehicle-pedestrian collision that occurred at the in the area ...
09/17/2024

The Merced Police Department is currently investigating a vehicle-pedestrian collision that occurred at the in the area of East Childs Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr Way on Tuesday afternoon at approximately 1:40.

The pedestrian, a male, appears to be in stable condition and is receiving medical attention from Riggs Ambulance personnel.

The driver involved in the incident has remained at the scene and is cooperating with the authorities. No further information is available at this time.

The annual El Grito Mexico Independence celebration in Merced on Sunday was a success, thanks to the joint efforts of th...
09/17/2024

The annual El Grito Mexico Independence celebration in Merced on Sunday was a success, thanks to the joint efforts of the Consulate General of Mexico and City officials.

The event featured a range of activities and attractions, including music, food, dancing, the California Highway Patrol and raffles.

Mayor Matthew Serratto was in attendance, and the attendees also saw El Aguila 93.3FM, a new radio station catering to the local community.

According to the National Weather Service, we will be having an early 🥶 winter. A Winter Weather Advisory will be in eff...
09/14/2024

According to the National Weather Service, we will be having an early 🥶 winter.

A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect from 11 PM Sunday to 5 PM Monday, applicable to areas above 8,000 feet.

Latest forecasts indicate a 35% to 65% chance of at least 2 inches of ❄️ snow in these regions.

Specifically, Tioga Pass has a 35% probability of receiving over 3 inches of snow, with potential impacts to be expected.

 The search for missing hiker Kirk Olsen in Yosemite National Park has ended tragically, with park officials announcing ...
09/14/2024



The search for missing hiker Kirk Olsen in Yosemite National Park has ended tragically, with park officials announcing the discovery of his body on Saturday.

The 61-year-old hiker was found deceased, bringing a sense of closure but no additional details were provided by rangers.

Police have arrested a man who allegedly threatened to shoot people outside a liquor store on M Street and West 8th Stre...
09/14/2024

Police have arrested a man who allegedly threatened to shoot people outside a liquor store on M Street and West 8th Street in Merced.

Officers responded to the area at around 8:20 PM on Friday and conducted a search with a K9 unit but did not locate the weapon.

The suspect has been taken to Merced County Jail, and charges have not been disclosed at this time.

Stay tuned for further updates as more information becomes available. Videos in the comments section.

An officer from the Merced Police Department and their K9 partner experienced a fortunate outcome when their patrol unit...
09/14/2024

An officer from the Merced Police Department and their K9 partner experienced a fortunate outcome when their patrol unit began emitting smoke, prompting concern for a potential fire.

The Merced City Fire Department responded to the scene and removed the rear door panel for inspection.

No fire damage was discovered, and the officer and their K9 partner were unharmed. Videos of the scene in the comments section.

 The Madera County Sheriff's Office has been informed of a possible threat at Minarets High School and is responding acc...
09/13/2024



The Madera County Sheriff's Office has been informed of a possible threat at Minarets High School and is responding accordingly.

A lockdown has been issued by school officials as a precautionary measure. No incidents or activities related to this potential threat have occurred at this time.

The Sheriff's Office is collaborating with Minarets administrators to identify and mitigate any potential risks to staff and students.

On September 12, 2024, the Newman Police Department was informed of a school shooting threat on social media, naming sev...
09/13/2024

On September 12, 2024, the Newman Police Department was informed of a school shooting threat on social media, naming several schools in Stanislaus County.

Following an investigation, a juvenile Newman resident was arrested on suspicion of making criminal threats and attempting to commit a violent crime.

Authorities take these threats seriously and will prosecute them to the fullest extent.

Police advise parents to discuss the potential consequences of such actions with their children and monitor their social media use.

The Merced County Sheriff's Office  SWAT and Investigation Bureau conducted a series of search warrant operations relate...
09/13/2024

The Merced County Sheriff's Office SWAT and Investigation Bureau conducted a series of search warrant operations related to a narcotics investigation this morning in the 1500 block of Castle and 3000 block of Cardella.

The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released at a later time.

Merced police are in pursuit of a grey Dodge vehicle. Northbound 99 at speeds up to 120 mhp. The chase started on Childs...
09/13/2024

Merced police are in pursuit of a grey Dodge vehicle. Northbound 99 at speeds up to 120 mhp. The chase started on Childs and Parsons avenue.

UPDATE The search for missing hiker Kirk Olsen in Yosemite National Park has ended tragically, with park officials annou...
09/12/2024

UPDATE


The search for missing hiker Kirk Olsen in Yosemite National Park has ended tragically, with park officials announcing the discovery of his body on Saturday.

The 61-year-old hiker was found deceased, bringing a sense of closure but no additional details were provided by rangers.

The National Park Service is asking for the public's help in locating a missing backpacker who was last seen near Ostrander Lake in Yosemite National Park.

If you were in the area between August 23 and August 27 and saw the missing person or have any information, please contact the ISB tip line at 888-653-0009 or call 9-1-1.

The missing person is described as a 61-year-old Caucasian male, 6 feet tall, and 190 pounds, with blonde hair, blue eyes, and a fair complexion.

In an effort to prioritize your safety and reduce the number of collisions in our area, CHP - Merced partnered with neig...
09/12/2024

In an effort to prioritize your safety and reduce the number of collisions in our area, CHP - Merced partnered with neighboring CHP offices for a Special Enforcement Operation along SR-99.

This joint effort allows CHP to address reckless driving behaviors that can lead to serious accidents.

Your role in maintaining safe roads is crucial, so let's work together to make our community a safer place for all.

Photos: CHP Merced

The Branding Iron has resumed operations, offering dinner services during its soft opening from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm this ...
09/12/2024

The Branding Iron has resumed operations, offering dinner services during its soft opening from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm this week.

Located at 640 West 16th Street in Merced, the restaurant will announce its lunch, dinner, and bar hours for its grand opening soon to be announced.

MAN DIES AFTER BACKING UP HIS VEHICLE INTO THE WATER AT LAKE DON PEDROOn September 11, 2024, at approximately midnight, ...
09/12/2024

MAN DIES AFTER BACKING UP HIS VEHICLE INTO THE WATER AT LAKE DON PEDRO

On September 11, 2024, at approximately midnight, Mr. Donald Baker, a 64-year-old man from Modesto, drove his 2015 Kia sedan to the Flemming Meadows boat ramp area at Lake Don Pedro and backed his vehicle down an embankment towards the water line.

The vehicle suddenly accelerated backward into the water, and Mr. Baker called 911 for assistance.

The Sonora CHP Office, along with the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office Boat Enforcement unit, Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dive Team, and the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office, responded to the area and deployed an underwater robot to locate the vehicle.

The robot identified a possible object matching a vehicle, and the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dive Team went into the water to confirm the location of the vehicle and locate the driver, who was found deceased.

The events of this crash are still under investigation by the Sonora CHP Office to determine if alcohol or drugs were a factor, CHP Sonora public information officer Steve Machado told Merced Golden Wire News in a press release.

Atwater is poised to welcome a well-known chain, Daiso, also known as the 'Dollar Store of Japan,' at 1260 Commerce Aven...
09/11/2024

Atwater is poised to welcome a well-known chain, Daiso, also known as the 'Dollar Store of Japan,' at 1260 Commerce Avenue, the former site of Rue 21.

Daiso offers an extensive range of unique yet affordable products, including Japanese-inspired household items.

As part of its California expansion, Daiso is set to open its doors in Winter 2025, providing customers with a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.

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