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Taxes a shock the first time

Sat, 26 May 2012 12:38 EST

You didn't tell me how MUCH they would take out in taxes.

Outfielder puts on defensive show for his pitcher

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:28 EST

STOCKTON - Ports starter Jacob Brown wasn't perfect Friday night, but he was close with a little help from center fielder Chad Oberacker.

Tiger bats deliver for pitcher

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:27 EST

STOCKTON - Michael Benson got nearly a season's worth of run support on Friday night.

DUI patrols boosted for holiday weekend

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:26 EST

Law enforcement agencies from across the county are increasing patrols to look out for intoxicated drivers this holiday weekend. Additionally, DUI/driver’s license checkpoints will be held today in Tracy.

State is their next step

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:25 EST

ELK GROVE - It wasn't the showdown that Corey Mason of St. Mary's and Khari Dobbins of Bear Creek had hoped for in the 400 meters, but nobody's complaining.

911 briefs -- Published May 26, 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:25 EST

STOCKTON - Two University of the Pacific students are in the San Joaquin County Jail on suspicion of sexual assault, the university confirmed Friday.

Lodi supermarket owners accused of arson, fraud

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:24 EST

LODI — Seven months after a fire gutted a Lodi supermarket, the three owners could face prosecution for arson and fraud, officials said. Prem Basuta, 47, his wife, Kulwinder Basuta, 48 and her brother, Gurmail Singh, 55, are accused of...

Details emerge in attack on postal worker

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:23 EST

STOCKTON — A United States postal worker was duct-taped at gunpoint and about 3,500 pieces of mail were stolen during a robbery Thursday afternoon, police reported.

Shooting victim not cooperating with police

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:21 EST

STOCKTON — Multiple police cars responded to Marsh Street near Laurel Street shortly after 2 p.m. for a report of shots fired but could not locate a victim. Shortly thereafter, a 31-year-old man arrived at a hospital with a grazing gunshot wound to...

Kids' football camp keeps follows Washington's lead

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:21 EST

Former NFL wide receiver J.D. Hill and San Jose SaberCats head coach and co-owner Darren Arbet are facilitating a football camp for kids on Monday and Tuesday at Edison High.

Man critical after bike crash

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:20 EST

STOCKTON — An 18-year-old man was in a hospital with serious head injuries after crashing his bike into a curb and striking the pavement at Center and Rose streets Friday afternoon, police reported. The cause of the crash remains uncertain,...

Fire destroys one home, damages another

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:18 EST

STOCKTON — A two-story home was mostly destroyed and an adjacent home sustained minor damage during a two-alarm fire Friday night.

Carwash to aid victim of attack

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:17 EST

STOCKTON — Relatives of Brandy Marie Arreola, 21, are hosting a carwash today to help pay her medical bills.

Video of parachute woman goes viral

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:15 EST

ACAMPO — A video of a woman apparently being forced to jump from an airplane at the Parachute Center near Lodi has gone viral on the Internet. The incident took place last May, and the Federal Aviation Administration confirmed Friday it is now...

Two Pacific students charged with rape

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:14 EST

STOCKTON — Two University of the Pacific students are in the San Joaquin County Jail on suspicion of sexual assault, the university confirmed Friday.

911 calls -- Published May 26, 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:00 EST

There were 62 bookings at the San Joaquin County Jail in the 24 hours ending at 8 a.m. Friday. At that time, there were 1,268 people held at the jail, which has an official capacity of 1,411.

Graduation: East Union High School

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:58 EST

East Union High School

Graduation: Weston Ranch High School

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:57 EST

Weston Ranch High School

Graduation: Tokay High School

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:56 EST

Tokay High School

Graduation: Manteca High School

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:55 EST

Manteca High School

Graduation: Bear Creek High School

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:54 EST

Bear Creek High School

Sun will follow blast of moisture

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:52 EST

SAN ANDREAS - Rain slicked roads and streets Friday afternoon in the Mother Lode, but forecasters say people who get outdoors this holiday weekend will still have plenty of sunshine.

Program urges use of life jackets

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:51 EST

STOCKTON - It's been three years since 16-year-old Cody Ray Scanlon drowned when rafting down the Mokelumne River.

Many campgrounds open early

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:50 EST

ARNOLD - Summer's starting earlier this year in the Sierra, and campers and the businesses that serve them are glad of it.

Fuel prices an anchor for some

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:50 EST

STOCKTON - Boating season begins today, with the usual barbecues and beverages, friends and flip-flops.

Huerta to receive Medal of Freedom

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:48 EST

STOCKTON - Amid the din in a downtown restaurant Friday night, legendary activist Dolores Huerta shared a long-held dream.

Delta tunnel details emerge

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:48 EST

By July, Gov. Jerry Brown is expected to announce plans to build a canal or tunnel to siphon water past the Delta - a multibillion-dollar project that people around Stockton have been fighting for decades.

Owner claims dog injured by blast

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:45 EST

STOCKTON - Shukriyyah Albaaqee, 36, knew something was wrong when her 18-month-old dog, Dexter, didn't greet her at the door late Wednesday afternoon.

Gone in a flash

Fri, 25 May 2012 22:43 EST

STOCKTON - "We love you," a student called out. "Mr. Proto, you rock," yelled another.

Garden tour set for Copperopolis

Fri, 25 May 2012 18:20 EST

The Saddle Creek Garden Club in Copperopolis will hold its annual garden tour from 1 to 4 p.m. June 2.

Kite workshop set for San Andreas

Fri, 25 May 2012 18:19 EST

Space is limited and reservations are required for a kite making workshop from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. June 2 in the San Andreas Town Hall, San Andreas.

Lifestyle briefs -- Published May 26, 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 18:06 EST

Dr. Paul Ustach, San Joaquin Delta College Biology Professor, will discuss the natural history and behavior of both the grizzly and American black bear at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Oak Grove Regional Park's Nature Center, 4520 W. Eight Mile Road, Stockton.

Polio survivor sets sight on eradication

Fri, 25 May 2012 18:03 EST

Joe Moya, who played tennis for years, won't be running, or walking, in Monday's "Run to Eradicate Polio," the second edition of the fundraising event sponsored by all five Stockton Rotary clubs.

No need to leave town to enjoy the holiday weekend

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:58 EST

A three-day weekend is a perfect excuse for a getaway.

Religion briefs -- Published May 26, 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:55 EST

Macedonia Baptist Church, 2516 S. Lincoln St., Stockton, will host "The Old Times of Greater Faith Baptist Church" at 11 a.m. Sunday.

Can dogs develop Dementia?

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:54 EST

Canines can experience a syndrome known as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome, or CDS. This phrase encompasses a group of behavioral changes that are the result of actual physical or chemical changes to brain tissue. Typically symptoms begin at about...

Area deaths -- Published May 26, 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:21 EST

The following deaths have been reported in the last 24 - 48 hours.

Joseph A. Rhodd

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:48 EST

Stockton, CA

Henry Herbert "Hank" Middleton

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:48 EST

Angels Camp, CA

James F. Cookston, Jr.

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:48 EST

Hemet, CA

Carmen M. Martinez

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:48 EST

Stockton, CA

Marie R. Harris

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:48 EST

Stockton, CA