Kristi Gross
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Escalon police say a raise is needed to retain officers
Escalon police are asking for a raise after struggling to retain officers who are leaving to work for a neighboring law enforcement agencies that pay more. → Read More
Manteca residents getting new water restrictions
MANTECA, Calif. (KTXL) — The Manteca City Council is expected to declare a drought emergency at Tuesday’s meeting, which will tighten water restrictions for residents, businesses and even at city hall. Dry lawns will soon be the norm in Manteca. Going from green to golden is now the goal. “Residents can expect to see yellow […] → Read More
CHP: Suspected drunken driver kills assistant Collegeville fire chief
COLLEGEVILLE, Calif. (KTXL) — According to the California Highway Patrol, a suspected drunken driver is accused of killing the Collegeville assistant fire chief and injuring one other in a crash. From Collegeville to Escalon, family and friends are mourning the loss of 56-year-old Kurt Pettitt. “If they don’t know Kurt Pettitt, they haven’t been here […] → Read More
Cal Fire warns property owners accidental fires can still cost them
With California in an historic drought, one spark from a lawnmower can cause a catastrophic wildfire. Cal Fire's Tuolumne Calaveras Unit has responded to dozens of fires started by property owners. → Read More
San Joaquin County election results delayed by ballot issue
STOCKTON, Calif. (KTXL) — Election results in San Joaquin County have been slow going after a problem with some ballots was discovered. A printing problem with some ballot barcodes forced election officials to bring in additional help to count votes. Both candidates and voters are in limbo right now waiting on results to come in, […] → Read More
Warehouse fire in Modesto affects Salvation Army programs and services
MODESTO, Calif. (KTXL) — A fire broke out at a Salvation Army warehouse in Modesto, leaving the non-profit in need of donations. The donation center and warehouse is at a total loss, piles of debris were thousands of donations being stored in the warehouse, which will have to be rebuilt. Building owner Ron Simi got […] → Read More
Delta college kicks off Pride Month by raising Progress Pride flag
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — Wednesday marks the beginning of national Pride Month which celebrates LGBTQIA plus communities and the progress that’s been made over the years. At San Joaquin Delta College the Progress Pride flag was raised for the first time on campus this afternoon and will fly for the rest of the month. The college […] → Read More
Woman, child hide after man with machete breaks into Ceres home: Police
CERES, Calif, (KXTL) — A man with a machete broke into a home in Ceres last Friday, forcing a mother and her child to hide. Ceres Police said the mother and child did not know the suspect and did not know what he was after. Neighbors said it is a relief knowing the suspect is […] → Read More
Fundraiser to help Lodi firefighters get bulletproof vests
LODI, Calif. (KTXL) — When headed out to calls, Lodi firefighters throw on their gear and grab their boots, but soon they’ll be adding more protective equipment to their rigs. “You need to have access to this type of equipment at-the-ready state all the time,” said Lodi Fire Chief Ken Johnson. Johnson said he would […] → Read More
Family, community lay slain Stockton student to rest
STOCKTON, Calif. (KTXL) — Family, friends and local leaders on Wednesday laid to rest the 15-year-old girl who was killed in a random stabbing attack at her Stockton school. More than 750 people packed the Cathedral of the Annunciation in Stockton to honor the life of 15-year-old Alycia Reynaga, lovingly known as Lala. Reynaga’s teammates […] → Read More
Advocates say regardless of Roe work remains to be done
STOCKTON, Calif. (KTXL) — An unprecedented leak of a Supreme Court draft opinion is spurring both anti-abortion and abortion-rights groups into action. Advocates on both sides said ultimately the decision won’t change the work they do. “This is unprecedented. No draft has ever been released of such an opinion like this before it has been […] → Read More
San Joaquin County DA’s Office partners with community orgs for resource fair
STOCKTON, Calif. (KTXL) — San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office partnered with dozens of community organizations to inform and support those in need Friday. The fair highlighted the help that is available to victims and survivors of crime in an effort to get justice and healing for those affected. Sergio Chairez lost his son Ruben […] → Read More
Safety top priority for San Joaquin Asparagus Festival’s return
STOCKTON, Calif. (KTXL) — The San Joaquin County Asparagus Festival returns to the fairgrounds this year. The popular festival features asparagus-themed food along with live concerts and other entertainment. Festival organizers have hired a private security company who said they’re planning and coordinating with Stockton police to ensure the event is as safe as it […] → Read More
Stagg High School students voice safety concerns after fatal stabbing
More than a week after a 15-year-old student was stabbed to death on Stagg High School campus in Stockton, students are sharing their concerns about campus safety. → Read More
Aggressive geese running afoul at Stanislaus State
TURLOCK, Calif. (KTXL) — Aggressive geese are running afoul and scaring away campus visitors at Stanislaus State University. Jesse Alvarez, a student at Stanislaus State University, said he has had a few encounters with geese on campus over the last four years. “You’ve got to be very cautious around them. Some can be very aggressive […] → Read More
Vigil being held for slain high school student
STOCKTON, Calif. (KTXL) — The Stockton community is still grieving the death of a high school student who was fatally stabbed on campus Monday. Alycia Reynaga’s family and her classmates are still trying to come to terms with what happened. More signs and more messages have been added to Reynaga’s memorial that’s grown throughout the […] → Read More
Stars Casino in Tracy moving to West Valley Mall
TRACY, Calif. (KTXL) — Stars Casino in Tracy is moving to a bigger location at the West Valley Mall in a move the business and city are calling a win-win. Chief Operating Officer Emmanuel Macalino said the Stars Casino is looking to become a destination for more than just gambling. “We’re hoping that people come […] → Read More
California Fish and Wildlife warn dog owners of parasitic worm in raw fish
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is warning dog owners to be cautious of a parasitic flatworm found in raw fish known as fluke which can be dangerous to dogs. → Read More
Family keeps hope 1 year after kidnapping of Modesto woman
MODESTO, Calif. (KTXL) — A family is still fighting to find a Modesto mother who was kidnapped at gunpoint one year ago. The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office identified the missing woman as 32-year-old Susana Torres. The Torres family said they’ve been living in limbo with more questions than answers. “Just feels like yesterday was, you […] → Read More
CHP officer helps round up runaway horses in Sonora
A California Highway Patrol officer armed with rope and alfalfa helped round up three horses after they got loose from a pasture in Sonora. → Read More