A driver fell asleep at the wheel on Highway 99 in Merced County, causing a solo crash, and the California Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to stay alert during long trips.

Scores of “No Kings” demonstrations are planned at cities across California and the United States — including Merced — June ...

California prison officials are investigating the death of an inmate at High Desert State Prison near Susanville as a potential homicide. Joseph Reagan, 44, died Tuesday evening following an alleged ...

Beneath the scorching Merced sun, a different kind of dedication was on full display at the annual Merced County Fair. While ...

Mcnamara Fire initially started today at 11:59 a.m. in Merced County. After being active for 10 hours, it has burned 43 acres ...

June 11, 2025 – Merced County Sheriff's Office sadly announces the passing of retired K-9 Zeke.

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:07 a.m. in Merced County. Bell Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, ...

In some neighborhoods in the San Joaquin Valley, it’s challenging to go more than a block or two without finding someplace to ...

Golden Valley High School’s Veterans Stadium is set to host on Friday the Merced County All-Star Football Classic, a showcase ...