A burning smell led Turlock firefighters to an overheating junction box hidden beneath a floor. The city says its new C-THRU helmet helped crews find it. Here is how the thermal camera and helmet display work, what commanders can see from outside, and what an earlier federal assessment found useful and worth improving. Keep Reading
Turlock has approved $100,000 to fill empty panels on existing signs beside Highway 99. The tourism-funded project could reach three pylons and 16 city panels, but prices, repairs and property agreements will decide the final scope. Here is what residents are paying for, how the sign space would be shared with businesses and what needs to happen before installation. Keep Reading
Paint a pumpkin at the Carnegie, hear Stan State’s fall choir, visit Patterson’s floating pumpkin patch or take the kids downtown for Sunday trunk-or-treat. Our October 16–18 roundup has times, admission costs, directions and organizer links—plus a Monday jazz concert. Friday’s two events overlap, so here’s what to know before choosing your plans. Keep Reading
More than 50 employers are expected at Turlock’s November 4 job fair. Before then, free Fresno State RISE classes begin the week of October 19, with evening lessons in résumé writing, technology and more. Here are the dates, registration links, directions and questions to bring to the fair. Keep Reading
Two free evenings are coming to Turlock’s Carnegie Arts Center: meet the artists behind Our Sierra on Thursday, October 15, then paint pumpkins at Family Friday on October 16. Here are the times, the pumpkin-supply details, parking and admission information, and three more free October programs to put on your calendar. Keep Reading
Who is on Turlock’s November 3 ballot, and what would your vote actually change? Our 2026 voter guide compares Amy Bublak, Jim Reape and Kelley Coelho for mayor, the council and school-board races, both congressional districts covering Turlock, and California’s statewide candidates. We explain all 14 propositions in plain English, including what Yes and No mean, the main arguments on each side and the costs. Local reporting adds context on roads, fire administration and City Hall. You’ll also find registration deadlines, vote centers, ballot drop boxes and directions—and a link to check which contests appear on your own ballot. Keep Reading
Never ridden a bus in Turlock? Start here. This practical guide explains all seven Turlock Transit routes, the $2 all-day pass, planning a return trip, boarding, transfers and the difference between fixed routes, On-Demand and paratransit. Keep Reading
Turlock's three mayoral candidates faced voters at Stanislaus State on Oct. 7. Here's what the debate revealed, where the candidates differ and what to check before casting your Nov. 3 ballot. Keep Reading
Stanislaus County's new Business One Stop gives Turlock entrepreneurs a starting point for permits, financing resources, contracting and free local help. Keep Reading
Crews are responding to reports of a house fire on Estates Drive in Turlock. The fire was reported around 9:25 p.m. near Volk Avenue on Thursday. Continue reading on KCRA.com Keep Reading
