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 ...

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

Los Banos, CA (July 21, 2026) — The Los Banos Little League Intermediate 50/70 All-Stars finished fifth in Northern California after winning the Section 6 championship and advancing to the 2026 ...

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

The Los Banos mayor and community representatives celebrate the July 18 grand opening of the new pickleball courts at the AG Sports Complex. Los Banos, CA (July 20, 2026) — Los Banos residents came ...

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 ...