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We cover News and information for the following cities and towns. Cities over 10,000 population:
Atwater, Livingston, Los Banos, Merced. Incorporated cities under 10,000 population:
Dos Palos, Gustine. Unincorporated communities:
Ballico, Bear Creek, Cressey, Delhi, Dos Palos Y, El Nido, Franklin, Hilmar-Irwin, Le Grand, McSwain, Planada, Santa Nella, Snelling, South Dos Palos, Stevinson, Tuttle, Volta, and Winton.

11/29/2023

SNOW in MERCED⁉️❄️☃️

06/10/2023

Anyone a fan? :) Crumble is open in Merced!

04/04/2023

Did anyone feel the earthquake down in the Hollister, Gilroy area?

03/18/2023

Merced Man Arrested for Unlawful S*x with a Minor

At about 9am this morning, Merced Police officers investigated a report of unlawful sexual in*******se with a minor.

The suspect was arrested and booked into the Merced County Jail.

On March 17, Merced Police Officers received a report that Jess Burris (38) was having an unlawful sexual relationship with a 16-year-old minor.

As officers and detectives followed up on the investigation, they learned that Burris had in*******se with the minor several times over the past year.

Detectives were able to locate Burris and after he was interviewed, he was arrested for unlawful sexual in*******se with a minor and for oral copulation with a person under 18.

Burris was booked into the Merced County Jail.
Merced PD Case Number: 23-13842

This investigation is still ongoing, and Merced Police are asking anyone with any information regarding this crime to contact Detective Alicia Gorman at 209-388-7715 or by email at [email protected].

Anonymous Tip Line (Non-emergency) call 209-385-4725
Anonymous Tips online at http://www.MercedAreaCrimeStoppers.org/index.html

03/16/2023

ARMED ROBBERY: Bernie’s Liquor Store

Bernie’s Liquor Store was robbed at gunpoint last night! Public assistance is needed.

On Wednesday, March 15, 9:45pm, officers responded to Bernie’s Liquor store at 2322 G Street for a robbery that just occurred. The suspect fled the area before officers arrived at the scene.

Store employees reported the suspect entered the store and immediately pointed a firearm at the clerk and demanded cash. The clerk complied and the suspect fled the area with approximately $350.

The suspect was described as a white male adult, of unknown age, approximately 5’7”, and 160 pounds. The suspect wore a dark hooded sweatshirt, a ski mask, and grey sweatpants. He also wore orange-colored gloves.

If you have any information on this case, please contact the Merced Police Department.

Case Number: 23-13585

Merced Police are asking anyone with any information regarding this crime to contact Detective Christian Lupian at 209-385-7844 or by email at [email protected]

Anonymous Tip Line (Non-emergency) call 209-385-4725
Anonymous Tips online at http://www.mercedareacrimestoppers.org/index.html

03/16/2023

Merced Man Arrested with Firearm and Narcotics

On Wednesday, March 15, at approximately 3pm, the Merced Police Departments Gang Violence Suppression Unit served a search warrant and arrested a man in possession of a firearm and narcotics for sale.

On March 15, Merced PD Gang Unit Officers served a search warrant in the 2000 block of Saratoga Ave in Merced.

Officer Mitchell King developed information that Albert Brincat (56) was selling methamphetamine and ma*****na from his home.

When officers search the home, they located a loaded 357 handgun, approximately 15 grams of methamphetamine, 8.4 pounds of ma*****na, packaging material and scales.

Brincat was transported to the Merced County Jail where he was booked for being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm and ammunition, and for possession of narcotics for sale.
Merced PD Case Number: 23-13495

Merced Police are asking anyone with any information regarding this crime to contact Officer Mitchell King at 209-388-7785 or by email at [email protected].

03/13/2023

The Merced Mall needs help, and this isn’t Sephora, but…

JCP Beauty softly this last week at the Merced Mall!

Official grand opening is Friday, March 17th.

Beautiful space and lots of new products to explore.

03/12/2023

Unresponsive Woman, Fentanyl, Co***ne, M/30 Pills, Xanax, Mexican White He**in, Etc, Etc, Etc, Etc Dugs, 10 Cases of Illegal Fireworks, and Unregistered Gun!

Early Friday morning, Merced County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Hatch Road in Merced for an unresponsive female.

When Deputies arrived, they located the unresponsive woman. While paramedics were preparing to transport the woman, Deputies found numerous cubes of Fentanyl in a baggie and another baggie of Co***ne in plain view.

Detectives arrived on scene and served a search warrant on the property. They located 1,700 counterfeit Fentanyl laced M/30 pills, 300 sleeping pills, 79 Xanax/Alprazolam pills, 127 grams of rainbow Fentanyl, 51 grams of colored Fentanyl, 19 grams of white Fentanyl, 29 grams of Mexican white He**in, 170 grams of an unknown multicolor powder, 73 grams of Co***ne, 85 grams of Black Tar He**in, 41 grams of Psilocybin/Mushrooms, 25 grams of Ephedrine, 32 ounces of THC Oil, 36 grams of concentrated cannabis "wax," 240 pounds of processed ma*****na. In addition, they located inventory sheets, receipts for purchases of narcotics, cash, ammunition, an unregistered firearm, and ten cases of illegal fireworks.

The Merced County Fire Department arrived on scene and took the illegal fireworks.

Due to the narcotics being widely spread throughout the house, Child Protective Services were notified and detained six children. The children had full access to these narcotics.

Detectives ultimately arrested Elias Antonio Anaya for various charges. The woman is expected to make a full recovery.

Excellent job by all who were involved in this case!

03/11/2023

Firearm Seized on Traffic Stop

Mitchell Songer (33) was arrested on weapon charges following a traffic enforcement stop.

On Friday, March 10, at 9:20am, Officer Marleen Olivas and Officer Jesus Lopez made a traffic enforcement stop on a bicyclist near the 1300 block of Loughborough Drive. Songer admitted to possessing a firearm in his jacket during a pat down for weapons.

Songer was arrested and officers located a loaded, unregistered firearm and methamphetamine under his possession.

Songer is prohibited from possessing fi****ms because of his criminal history.

Songer was booked into custody at the Merced County Jail for weapon related charges.
Case Number: 23-12497

03/10/2023

Additional Areas for Evacuation Warnings!

Sheriff Vern Warnke has issued an additional evacuation warning for the Newman and Stevinson area near George Hatfield State Park, up to the Stanislaus County line. We are issuing this warning due to increased flow in the Merced and San Joaquin Rivers. If you choose to evacuate and have nowhere else to go, there are shelters available in Merced and Atwater. We will provide you with up-to-date information as the situation evolves. For all emergencies, please call 9.1.1.

Shelter locations:
- Merced County Fairgrounds | 900 Martin Luther King Jr. Merced, CA | Opens at 1:00 pm on 3/9/23 | Animals are welcome
- Atwater Community Center | 760 East Bellevue Road, Atwater, CA | Opens at 5:00 pm on 3/9/23
- Other locations will open as needed

Sheriff Vern Warnke ha emitido una advertencia de evacuación adicional para el área de Newman y Stevinson cerca de George Hatfield State Park, hasta la línea del condado de Stanislaus. Estamos emitiendo esta advertencia debido al aumento del flujo en los ríos Merced y San Joaquín. Si decide evacuar y no tiene otro lugar a donde ir, hay refugios disponibles en Merced y Atwater. Le proporcionaremos información actualizada a medida que evolucione la situación. Para cualquier emergencia, llame al 9.1.1.

ubicación del refugio:
- Merced County Fairgrounds | 900 Martin Luther King Jr. Merced, CA | Abre a las 1:00 pm on 3/9/23 | animales bienvenidos
- Atwater Community Center | 760 East Bellevue Road, Atwater, CA | Abre a las 5:00 pm on 3/9/23
- se abrirán otras ubicaciones, según sea necesario

03/10/2023

Merced Man Critically Injured In East Merced Shooting

Merced Police responded to a shooting in the area of Dinkey Creek Ave. and Manzanita Ave. in Merced, at about 10:51pm, on March 7.

Responding officers located a victim in the 2200 block of E. Childs Ave. He was suffering from a gunshot wound and had crashed into two parked vehicles.

The victim was transported to a regional trauma center and is expected to survive.

The incident is believed to be connected to drug sales and remains under investigation.

Case Number: 23-12068

Merced Police are asking anyone with any information regarding this crime to contact Detective Raymond Valadez at 209-388-7829 or by email at [email protected].

Anonymous Tip Line (Non-emergency) call 209-385-4725
Anonymous Tips online at http://www.mercedareacrimestoppers.org/index.html

03/10/2023

Out of an abundance of caution, Sheriff Vern Warnke is issuing evacuation warnings for the areas of Planada and Le Grand (pictured below). At this time, the Army Corps of Engineers is predicting that Owens Creek and Mariposa Creek flood control dams will reach their maximum capacity tomorrow evening around 9:00 pm. That means that they will start using their bypass channel to release more water and keep the dams intact. Due to this occurrence, please plan ahead and gather all important documents, medication, device chargers, and animals.

If you choose to evacuate and have nowhere else to go, there are shelters available in Merced and Atwater. We will provide you with up-to-date information as the situation evolves. For all emergencies, please call 9.1.1.

*Pira Drive Residents* Please follow the City of Merced's recommendations. We will update you if that changes.

Shelter locations:
- Merced County Fairgrounds | 900 Martin Luther King Jr. Merced, CA | Opens at 1:00 pm on 3/9/23 | Animals are welcome
- Atwater Community Center | 760 East Bellevue Road, Atwater, CA | Opens at 5:00 pm on 3/9/23
- Other locations will open as needed

De una abundancia de precaución, Sheriff Vern Warnke está emitiendó advertenciás de evacuacion para las ciudades de Planada y Le Grand (en la foto de abajo). En este momento, el cuerpo de Ejercito está prediciciendo que Owens Creek y Mariposa Creek se derramarán manañá en la tarde al rededor de las 9:00 P.M. Eso significa que comenzarán a usar su canal de derivación para liberar más agua y mantener las represas intactas. Por favor de planificar con anticipación y reunir documentos importantes, medicamentos, cargadores de dispositivos, y sus mascotas.

Si elije evacuar, y no tiene a donde mas ir, hay albergües disponible en Merced y Atwater. Nosotros lé proporcionaremos con informacion actualizada a medida que evoluciona la situación. Para toda las emergenciás, favor de hablar al 911.

*Residentes de Pira Drive* Siga las recomendaciones de la Ciudad de Merced. Le avisaremos si esto cambia.

ubicación del refugio:
- Merced County Fairgrounds | 900 Martin Luther King Jr. Merced, CA | Abre a las 1:00 pm on 3/9/23 | animales bienvenidos
- Atwater Community Center | 760 East Bellevue Road, Atwater, CA | Abre a las 5:00 pm on 3/9/23
- se abrirán otras ubicaciones, según sea necesario

03/10/2023

As the storm hits Merced, please make sure you prepare for any possible floods.

It is very important that our 9-1-1 lines stay open for emergencies. Examples of an emergency would be life-threatening, a serious medical problem, a fire, or a crime in progress. DO NOT call 9-1-1 for flood/route updates!

For updates, please refer to the following website:
https://www.countyofmerced.com/1922/Merced-County-Emergency-Notification-Sys

03/09/2023

Atmospheric River to Bring Heavy Rainfall

Merced Emergency Services:

Late Thursday into Saturday, an atmospheric river will bring significant rainfall to Merced County and the neighboring foothills, resulting in the potential for flood events in the area.

Currently, forecasters are calling for up to three inches of rain in portions of Merced County and up to four inches of rain for portions of the foothills during this storm event. Additional runoff could occur as some of the lower elevation snowpack is washed away in the rain. Wind gusts could reach upwards of 40 mph Thursday night.

In response, the Merced County Emergency Operations Center began conducting advanced planning this week and will officially activate Thursday morning in an effort to mitigate potential flooding issues and prepare residents with resources.

Since the prior flooding events in January, the Merced County Department of Public Works has continued to fortify waterways in unincorporated areas that were problematic, including Miles Creek and Bear Creek. Under the local emergency proclamation, the County has also cleared out a significant amount of vegetation and overgrowth from our waterways. Weakened levees are always a concern during major storm events, and preparation will continue as we move through this storm system.

During major storm events, residents are asked to avoid unnecessary travel and be prepared for any potential evacuations. Being ready to put together a "go-bag" is one way to be prepared, and can include items such as wallets, purses, keys, cell phones, chargers, important documents, toiletries, medication, changes of clothes, etc.

When traveling, residents are asked to avoid flooded roads, remain clear of fast-moving creeks and rivers, and follow all emergency signage. When driving in the rain, always turn on your low-beam headlights.

03/09/2023

1,500 Pills! - Man Arrested for Selling Fentanyl

At about 10:30am, the Merced Police Departments Gang Violence Suppression Unit served a search warrant and arrested a man in possession of over 1500 Fentanyl pills for sale.

On March 8, Merced PD Gang Unit Officers served a search warrant in the 2000 block of Piro Dr. in Atwater. Officers arrested the resident Seth Ingalsbe (26) for several warrants related to narcotic sales. Officers searched the home and located over 1500 fentanyl pills, money, packaging material and scales.

Ingalsbe was transported to the Merced County Jail where he was booked for his outstanding warrants, and for possession of narcotics for sale.

Merced PD Case Number: 23-12152

03/09/2023

SHARE, Help: Flooding Evacuation ORDER! Contact anyone you know if they live in the area and may be at work or out somewhere else!

Stanislaus Emergency:
Evacuation Order for the Newman area of the San Joaquin River and "East" of River Road.

If you live within the highlighted red area in the map below, an Evacuation order has been issued. Please safely evacuate the area.

An evacuation shelter will be established at Patterson High School located at 200 North 7th St, in Patterson. Please call (209) 552-3880 for evacuation information.

If you live in the highlighted yellow area "West" of River Road, an Evacuation Warning has been issued.
Please be prepared for evacuation should it become necessary.

03/08/2023

SHARE, FLOOD WARNING! - Another severe weather storm is coming late Thursday, 3/9 and is expected to bring us a substantial amount of rain through Sunday, 3/12.

Please be prepared and have your to-go-bags ready and make a plan.

Also, please sign up for the Merced County Emergency Notification System at www.countyofmerced.com/alert and if you would like to receive weather alerts (Everbridge Nixle Alerts) Text MCFLOODS to 888777.

Be safe out there!

Newman in Stanislaus County, near the Merced County line, is already under Flood Evacuation ORDER!

03/07/2023

** VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED ** The Merced County Sheriff's Office is sharing this Critical Incident Video for the Deputy Involved Shooting that took place on January 13, 2023, in Dos Palos, California.

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Original Incident Report:
On January 13, 2023, 11:44am, Merced County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to the 8800 block of Globe Avenue in Dos Palos for a report of a physical domestic incident.

When Deputies arrived, they located a suspect who had attempted to set fire to an apartment complex.

The suspect, who was armed with a knife, was holding a juvenile hostage inside the residence.

The suspect was ultimately shot and killed.

03/07/2023

Merced County Sheriff's Office Deputies responded to a property on Bradbury Road in Turlock to assist Animal Control Officer Soria with an aggressive dog, on March 3.

While on scene, Deputies located a stolen travel trailer that was stealing power from a water pump nearby.

During an inventory search of the trailer, Deputies found three fi****ms with altered serial numbers, methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia.

The suspect, identified as Lora Gray, was arrested for various charges.

03/06/2023

Olive Garden in Merced is officially open, located at 721 Olive Avenue!

03/06/2023

Who’s Ready for a Sprouts Farmers Market in Merced!?

Sprouts Opening Weekend is March 24th -26th!

Yosemite Ave. & G St.
171 E. Yosemite Ave.

Join Sprouts all weekend long and enjoy live music, samples, exclusive offers, FREE kids activities and more!

Friday, March 24
6:45am: Ribbon-cutting
7am: Doors open. First 200 in-store shoppers receive a FREE reusable bag filled with samples.*
7am–4pm: Vendor Village–taste and experience new & exciting brands in-store while you shop!*
7am–6pm: Pop-up Party! Join us out front for FREE samples, fruit school, face painting, fruit carvings, “Guess the Weight” contest and FREE recipes!

Saturday, March 25
7am: Doors open. First 200 in-store shoppers receive a FREE reusable bag filled with samples.*
7am–6pm: Pop-up Party! Join us out front for FREE samples, fruit school, face painting, fruit carvings, “Guess the Weight” contest and FREE recipes!
10am–4pm: Vendor Village–taste & experience new & exciting brands in-store while you shop!*

*While supplies last. **Please limit one tote per individual.

Sunday, March 26
7am: Doors open.
9am–4pm: Pop-up Party! Join us out front for FREE samples, fruit school, face painting, fruit carvings, “Guess the Weight” contest and FREE recipes!
10am–4pm: Vendor Village–taste and experience new & exciting brands in-store while you shop!*
noon–2pm: FREE kids reusable tote coloring activity!**

Download APP:

Get 20% Off*
When you sign up for a sprouts account
Friday, March 24—Sunday, March 26

Create an account and set your store to Merced
Scan your Sprouts app MyBarcode at checkout!

Enter to win $500 in healthy groceries!
Sign up for a Sprouts account and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $500 Sprouts gift card.*

03/06/2023

Firearm Seized After Disturbance

Nathaniel Martinez (37) was arrested on weapon charges following a disturbance.

On March 1, at 11:15pm, officers responded to the 800 block of Modoc Street for a disturbance in a residential area.

Officer Arias located the disturbance and encountered Martinez standing near the road. Martinez was holding a loaded firearm but cooperated with officers during the contact.

The weapon was an un-serialized G***k-style, 9mm semi-automatic firearm.

Martinez was arrested on weapon charges and booked into custody at the Merced County Jail.
Case Number: 23-10967

03/06/2023

Traffic Stop Leads to Illegal Weapon Seizure and Arrest

Armando Romero (21) was arrested on illegal possession of a firearm and gang enhancements.

On Saturday, February 25at 10:05pm, Officer Ashley Adame made a traffic stop on a vehicle near M Street & Lehigh Drive. The driver consented to a search of the vehicle.

The passenger, Romero, exited and officers noticed he was cradling an object in his waistband. Officers gained control of his arms and a loaded firearm fell from his waistband down to the ground. The firearm was a G***k 9MM semi-automatic weapon.

Romero was arrested for illegal possession of a firearm and gang enhancements. He was booked into custody at the Merced County Jail.
Case Number: 23-10285

03/02/2023

They’re not UFOs or Chinese spy balloons!

These bright lights are Jupiter and Venus. Venus is passing Jupiter as they both orbit the sun.

If you missed them, they should still be visible Thursday night as well.

03/01/2023

Merced Sideshow Enforcement

Merced Police officers interrupted and illegal side show event in the Tractor Supply parking lot on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 9:30pm.

Officers arrested a 16 year old female for exhibition of speed, driving without a license, and resisting officers.

The vehicle she was driving was impounded for 30 days.

There were approximately 50-80 spectators and numerous vehicles involved.

03/01/2023

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03/01/2023

Freeze Warning! Merced Emergency Services:

A freeze warning has been issued effective Wednesday, 3/1 from 2 AM to 9 AM.

These sub-freezing temperatures kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and cause possible damage to unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Take proper precautions by covering and protecting sensitive outdoor vegetation and ensure outdoor pipes are drained and wrapped to prevent damage.

03/01/2023

Merced Police Department Conducts Minor Decoy Operation, One Business Sold to a Minor Decoy

Officers with the Merced Police Department worked conducted Minor Decoy Operations on Monday, Feb. 20.

The purpose of the sting operations was to ensure that businesses are not selling to***co products to underage customers.

Under the direct supervision of the officers, minor decoys (juveniles under the legal age to use/purchase to***co products) entered businesses that are licensed to sell and then attempted to purchase.

The following businesses did not sell to***co products to the minor decoys:

• AM/PM, McSwain Rd
• AM/PM, E Childs Ave
• AM/PM, G St
• Shannon’s, S Hwy 59
• Merced Liquors, E Main St
• Bernie’s Liquors, G St
• Bi-Rite Liquors, Martin Luther King Jr Way
• California Liquors, R St
• Village Liquors, G St
• Gas-N-Save, W 16th St
• 7-11, G St
• Ci******es And Ci**rs, G St
• AM/PM, N Hwy 59

The following business did sell to***co products to a minor decoy:

• Mel’s Liquors, V St

Minor Decoy operations have been conducted by local law enforcement throughout the state since the 1980’s. When the program first began, the violation rate of retail establishments selling to minors was as high as 40 to 50 percent. When conducted on a routine basis, the rate has dropped in some cities to as low as 10 percent or even below. In 1994, the California Supreme Court ruled unanimously that use of underage decoys is a valid tool of law enforcement to ensure that licensees are complying with the law.

More operations are planned throughout the grant period that runs through June 30, 2024. The operation is funded through a grant from the California Healthcare, Research and Prevention To***co Tax Act of 2016 Proposition 56.

03/01/2023

SR-59 Still Closed Due to Flooding!

SR-59 will be closed between Reilly Road and Sandy Mush Road due to flooding.

The roadway will be closed until further notice.

Motorists should use alternate routes.

02/28/2023

The City of Merced Community Storm Watch

The City of urges community members to be mindful of current and upcoming weather conditions.

Bear Creek's water height is anticipated to be above the flood monitor stage. However, flood waters are not expected to exit the creek. Therefore, creek flows are projected to be fast.

January storms have made areas of our community's waterways unsafe for pedestrians and cyclists on pathways. The City of Merced urges all residents to avoid the waterways and walking paths. This includes Bear Creek under crossings and all areas of the bike paths.

Localized flooding can be expected on city streets, and potholes may be made worse with the increased rain. The Public Works Department will be working to address issues as they arise.

Please visit The National Weather Service website for up-to-date information.https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Merced&state=CA&site=HNX&textField1=37.3022&textField2=-120.482&e=1 #.Y_fJri-Ibi0

For information about creek flows, please visit the California Nevada River Forecast Center at CNRFC - https://www.cnrfc.noaa.gov/graphicalRVF.php?id=MEEC1&scale=1

Please be safe, stay diligent, and stay dry.

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** VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED ** The Merced County Sheriff's Office is sharing this Critical Incident Video for the Deputy Involved Shooting that took place on January 13, 2023, in Dos Palos, California. __________________________ Original Incident Report: On January 13, 2023, 11:44am, Merced County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to the 8800 block of Globe Avenue in Dos Palos for a report of a physical domestic incident. When Deputies arrived, they located a suspect who had attempted to set fire to an apartment complex. The suspect, who was armed with a knife, was holding a juvenile hostage inside the residence. The suspect was ultimately shot and killed. #mercedcounty #merced #dospalos

Merced County Sheriff’s Office needs your help! Deputies were dispatched to the Chevron gas station on Highway 59 in Snelling for a burglary in progress, early yesterday morning. While Deputies were en route, Dispatchers stated that the suspects rammed their vehicle into the side of the gas station and were trying to take the ATM. When Deputies arrived, they checked the area but could not locate the suspects. After reviewing security camera footage, Detectives determined that two suspects entered the building and took several items from shelves. One of the suspects attempted to put a tow strap around the ATM and pull it out of the building, which caused major damage to the building and door. Detectives believe the suspect's vehicle is a dark-colored Chevy Silverado, possibly an early 2000's model. It also may have back-end damage. If you or anyone you know has any information regarding this morning's burglary, please contact the Merced County Sheriff's Office Investigations Bureau at 209.385.7472. All tips can remain anonymous.