Modesto news

• Student fights off would-be rapist near UC Berkeley, police say

  21-10-2017 23:48
  
  A student jogging on the fire trails above the University of California at Berkeley Friday fought off a man who sneaked up behind her and tackled her to the ground.
  
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• Governor issues order to help remove hazardous waste left by wildfires

  21-10-2017 23:44
  
  Gov. Jerry Brown issued an executive order Saturday allowing the federal government to help with the initial removal of hazardous waste from California’s wildfires.
  
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• Sacramento-bound plane turned around due to disruptive passenger

  21-10-2017 23:07
  
  An American Airlines flight headed to Sacramento was turned around mid-flight due to a disruptive passenger.
  
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• Fox reportedly gave Bill O'Reilly big contract after $32 million settlement

  21-10-2017 22:53
  
  In an interview, O'Reilly told The Times that "I never mistreated anyone" and "this is crap."
  
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• Popular burger chain stands up to bullying with hidden camera ad

  21-10-2017 22:50
  
  "Getting caught up in bullying is so easy, because you're just glad you're not being bullied."
  
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• Deputies seek burglars suspected of using stolen credit card

  21-10-2017 22:32
  
  The Placer County Sheriff’s Office says it needs the public’s help in identifying these suspects accused of using stolen credit cards.
  
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• Cousins fined $25,000 for inappropriate language toward fan

  21-10-2017 22:28
  
  Former Sacramento Kings player DeMarcus Cousins has been fined $25,000 for directing inappropriate language toward a fan.
  
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• Unforgiving wildfires affect vineyard workers and owners

  21-10-2017 22:26
  
  When the wildfires ignited, vineyard workers stopped picking grapes and fled for their lives. Some vineyard owners decided to stay and fight back, spending days digging firebreaks and sleeping among their vines for safety.
  
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• Victims of California Sulphur Fire tell terrifying story of survival

  21-10-2017 22:20
  
  "We didn't even know if we were gonna make it off. We were surrounded by fire."
  
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• 'You've got to rise above it': Las Vegas shooting victim leaves behind meaningful legacy

  21-10-2017 21:36
  
  "He will be so missed and remembered...he went through life and enjoyed it to the fullest...If you don't have fun, what's the point of living?"
  
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• Boil water notice issued for Sonoma neighborhood

  21-10-2017 21:23
  
  Residents of a Sonoma neighborhood have been advised to boil their water, the county said on Twitter.
  
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• West Sacramento man to stand trial for his children's murders

  21-10-2017 21:02
  
  A West Sacramento man has been ordered to stand trial for allegedly killing his three children and trying to murder his wife.
  
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• Homecoming queen keeps kicking her team to victory

  21-10-2017 20:59
  
  When the crown comes off, the helmet goes on.
  
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• Funeral held for soldier at center of Trump-congresswoman feud

  21-10-2017 20:16
  
  Sgt. La David Johnson was one of four U.S. troops killed in Niger in an ambush by militants linked to the Islamic State group.
  
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• Substitute teacher fired after using duct tape to quiet students

  21-10-2017 19:43
  
  A student says his classmates needed ice packs for their mouths after the teacher's discipline.
  
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• Teens questioned after rock thrown from overpass kills man

  21-10-2017 19:22
  
  A 32-year-old father was killed when a baseball-sized rock smashed through the windshield of a vehicle he was in as a passenger.
  
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• Two women shot to death west of Newman near Interstate 5

  21-10-2017 19:13
  Two women were shot to death west of Newman on Friday night, authorities said. A 911 call came in at about 10:40 p.m. on a report of a drive-by shooting … Click to Continue »
  
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• CHP cadets perform community service in Sacramento’s William Land Park

  21-10-2017 19:02
  
  CHP cadets perform community service in Sacramento’s William Land Park
  
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• All former US presidents to appear at hurricane relief concert; Trump sending his thanks

  21-10-2017 18:44
  
  The members of the exclusive ex-presidents club will drop politics for the night, and the current commander-in-chief is expected to express his gratitude.
  
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• At least 54 Egyptian police killed in ambush, say officials

  21-10-2017 18:19
  
  A raid on a hideout became one of the single deadliest attacks by militants against Egyptian security forces in recent years.
  
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• Nets' national anthem singer kneels to finish performance

  21-10-2017 17:25
  
  Justine Skye acknowledged she probably won't be invited to sing the anthem again, but she wanted to let her voice be heard.
  
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• Head of marble Virgin Mary statue used to break into church

  21-10-2017 16:27
  
  The vandal also tore down a giant wooden rosary and ripped pages from a Bible at the place of worship in Milwaukee.
  
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• Spacewalking astronaut copes with frayed tether, bad jetpack

  21-10-2017 15:52
  
  Things didn't go exactly as planned in the spacewalk 250 miles above solid ground.
  
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• Chilly Mornings, Mild Afternoons

  21-10-2017 15:49
  
  While we will stay in 70s this weekend, 80s are ahead this week.
  
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• Trump says he'll allow classified JFK assassination files to be opened

  21-10-2017 15:13
  
  Unless he receives "further information," the president will allow the long-blocked files to be opened.
  
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• Fake Navy SEAL who appeared on TV 'ashamed' after bogus claims come to light

  21-10-2017 14:08
  
  A major cable news network was forced to issue a correction for the story seen by millions.
  
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• Dodgers hero says his mom watched him go to World Series on a TV run by a generator

  21-10-2017 13:07
  
  Kiké Hernandez hopes he's giving his fellow Puerto Ricans "something for them to cheer about."
  
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• Neighbors disturbed by naked Halloween doll display

  21-10-2017 12:30
  
  "My grandkids say, 'Why would you hang babies from a tree? That's not Halloween!'"
  
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• Students at Texas high school disciplined for racially charged Snapchat post

  21-10-2017 11:49
  
  The post included the caption: "All my brothers n sisters of African descent. Now is the day to prove yourself. Let these Twitter fingers turn into trigger fingers."
  
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• Man arrested after dragging injured dog down driveway, police say

  21-10-2017 10:16
  
  “It's extremely disappointing to see this type of violence perpetrated on an animal, especially a domesticated pet."
  
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• Rocklin turns in KCRA 3's Great Clips Catch of the Week

  21-10-2017 09:07
  
  Rocklin Thunder's Nick Vanliew turns in KCRA 3's Great Clips Catch of the Week.
  
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• Rocklin wins over Woodcreek on Homecoming Night

  21-10-2017 09:05
  
  The Rocklin Thunder rolled their way into the victory lane with win over the Woodcreek Timberwolves.
  
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• East Nicolaus remains undefeated with big win over Hamilton

  21-10-2017 09:03
  
  East Nicolaus remains undefeated Friday after a 52 to 0 win over league rival, Hamilton.
  
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• 'God, it breaks my heart:' Cop moved to tears after DWI stop

  21-10-2017 08:25
  
  Dash cam video paints a picture of night out gone wrong for a woman barreling down the freeway at 96 mph with her young niece in the car.
  
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• 70-year-old runs marathons around the world

  21-10-2017 08:04
  
  Chau Smith started running at age 46. She said she did not like it at first.
  
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• West Sacramento man to stand trail for his children's murders

  21-10-2017 07:48
  
  A West Sacramento man has been ordered to stand trial for allegedly killing his three children and trying to murder his wife.
  
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• You say 'potato,' one school says 'record breaker.'

  21-10-2017 06:46
  
  One school in South Carolina says their 13-pound sweet potato is the largest in the state's history.
  
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• Northern California man dies while trying to rescue dog from ocean

  21-10-2017 06:04
  
  A Santa Cruz man has died after he plunged into the ocean while trying to rescue his dog.
  
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• Slain woman's family pleads for tips

  21-10-2017 05:39
  STOCKTON - What was supposed to be a fun night out on the town on Oct. 20, 2012, instead ended in senseless tragedy. Denise Lemberg, 27, was on a double date with her boyfriend and another couple getting drinks and playing pool at a Stockton bar.
  
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• Lake Tahoe bears are out, hungry as they prepare to hibernate

  21-10-2017 05:38
  
  'Don’t let the bear see the refrigerator,' expert says
  
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• Calif. judge tosses $417M award against Johnson & Johnson

  21-10-2017 04:47
  
  A Los Angeles judge has tossed out a $417 million jury award to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer by using Johnson & Johnson baby powder for feminine hygiene.
  
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• California bill would ban secret sexual assault, harassment lawsuits

  21-10-2017 04:43
  
  Secret sexual assault and harassment settlements could be banned in California due to a proposed a bill.
  
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• Milwaukee man convicted of first-degree murder after leaving trial, may have travel companion

  21-10-2017 04:37
  
  Dwayne R. Chaney, found guilty of November 2015 homicide, removed electronic monitoring bracelet
  
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• Meth trafficking suspect arrested in Citrus Heights

  21-10-2017 04:10
  
  A meth trafficking suspect from Nevada was arrested Friday in Citrus Heights, police said.
  
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• 'Making Strides' walk aims to raise money for NorCal cancer programs

  21-10-2017 03:53
  
  The American Cancer Society and KCRA 3 are teaming up for the "Making Strides" walk Sunday.
  
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• Winter is coming: Tahoe ski resort looks for workers

  21-10-2017 03:49
  
  Following a blanketing of fresh snow in the Sierra, dozens of job applicants arrived at Sugar Bowl ski resort Friday, hoping to land a winter gig.
  
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• What’s in a name? A lot, according to Stockton Airport

  21-10-2017 03:43
  
  The Stockton Airport is trying to change its name to add San Francisco Airport.
  
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• California bill would ban secret settlements in all sexual assault suits

  21-10-2017 03:42
  
  A proposed bill in California would ban secret settlements in all sex assault and sexual harassment cases.
  
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• Looking for the bare necessities, bears get more active in California

  21-10-2017 03:40
  
  Bears are getting ready to go into hibernation.
  
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• Some classes resume Monday despite Calaveras County teachers’ strike

  21-10-2017 03:39
  
  So far, enough substitutes were hired to fill elementary school classes
  
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