Merced Local News: Breaking Updates, Crime & Community Stories

June 03, 2026 11:00

Vallarta Supermarkets Opens Third Central California Location in Merced

Vallarta Supermarkets, a family-owned grocery chain known for Latin American and Mexican foods, is opening its third Central California location in Me...

June 03, 2026 10:55

California High-Speed Rail Board Approves Business Plan Targeting 2033 Passenger Service

The California High-Speed Rail Board has approved a business plan targeting passenger service between Merced and Bakersfield by 2033. - The plan inclu...

June 03, 2026 09:50

Suspect Arrested After High-Speed Chase and Crash in Merced

A suspect fleeing Turlock Police was arrested after a high-speed pursuit and crash in Merced. - The chase began on Monday night when CHP and sheriff's...

June 03, 2026 08:25

Five takeaways from California's primary: Normie Democrats win, self-funded campaigns flop

California's June primary results are in, with several clear trends emerging. - Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead the governor'...

June 03, 2026 06:05

California Primary: Normie Democrats Prevail, Self-Funders Falter, and Trump Looms Large

California’s June 2 primary delivered a clear verdict: mainstream Democrats had a strong night, self-funded campaigns struggled, and former President ...

June 03, 2026 03:05

Early Red Flag Warnings Signal Higher Wildfire Risk in Central Valley

California's wildfire season is starting early, with red flag warnings already issued for the Central Valley, including Tulare County. Warm, dry weath...

June 02, 2026 05:20

CalMatters' VotingMatters Brings Primary Voter Guide to Life Across California

CalMatters' VotingMatters initiative hosted 17 events across California for the 2026 primary election, engaging voters with candidate Q&A videos, triv...

May 28, 2026 13:10

Early Red Flag Warnings Signal Elevated Wildfire Risk Across California

California's wildfire season is starting early due to warm, dry weather and above-normal fire activity, with red flag warnings already issued in May f...

May 28, 2026 11:10

Downtown Merced Gets Five New Murals, Artists Say They Bring City Pride and More 'Life'

Downtown Merced has been revitalized with five large-scale murals created by San Joaquin Valley artists as part of the Merced Arts Festival. The mural...

May 28, 2026 06:10

Late Models, Hobby Stock Bounty Highlight Saturday’s Races at Antioch Speedway

Antioch Speedway hosts the 10th Annual Larry Damitz Memorial race on Saturday, May 28, 2026, featuring a special program with multiple divisions. - Th...

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