The Fields Fire near Snelling grew to 288 acres, prompting an evacuation warning along Merced Falls Road and a closure on La Grange Road.

Two energy companies are exploring plans to connect a solar energy project near O’Neill Forebay with a proposed ultra-fast ...

Drivers in Los Banos can expect to see an increased law enforcement presence as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety ...

A car belonging to a Firebaugh man who has been missing for more than two months was last reported seen in Merced County.

CHP Merced warns buyers after two Honda Accords and a Chevrolet Silverado were recovered as stolen vehicles with switched VINs. Learn how the scam works.

The Los Banos Little League Intermediate 50/70 All-Stars finished fifth in Northern California after winning the Section 6 ...

The Los Banos Arts Center brought creativity and community together on July 17 with an Open Mic Night celebrating local ...

The University of California, Merced will officially become an active NCAA Division II member on Sept. 1 after receiving ...

Residents are being urged to stay out of the Merced River as planned releases from Lake McClure are expected to triple river ...

The Merced County Department of Public Health confirmed one case of cyclosporiasis in the county in 2026. Health officials said investigators determined the infection was not acquired locally.

The agency confirmed that veterinary professionals and Animal Services personnel were present during the euthanasia. It said the review would examine the ...

CHP identified Javier Becerril Jr., 42, of Hollister as the man found dead inside a Tesla trunk near Los Banos. A GoFundMe is supporting his family.