Fair fun is back in Merced County. This year's fair features sea lions, monster trucks, and more, now through Sunday.

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Another update to the results is expected no later than Friday at 5 p.m.

The study was released just as the California High Speed Rail Authority board voted to propose a new location for the station ...

Measles cases continue to be on the rise in California, according to public health officials.

UC Merced was awarded a major boost to help fund student research projects. The Keck Foundation will invest $1.8 million in ...

While college student enrollment among seniors is low, those who do enroll say they reap physical, mental and social benefits ...

The 27th Assembly District is currently represented by Esmeralda Soria, a Democrat from Fresno.

One Yelp reviewer called the local food truck “an absolute gem.” ...

A new wildfire was reported today at 6:06 p.m. on McCabe Road, west of I-5, Santa Nella in Merced County, California. There is currently no information on the containment of the fire.

Some donors can get a $15 gift card to a merchant of their choice.

The California Highway Patrol in Merced is warning potential car buyers to be careful when purchasing a used vehicle.