The California High-Speed Rail Authority approved a contract valued at up to $3.5 billion for track and systems work as the project moves toward rail installation on the Central Valley segment. Merced ...

Los Banos heat is expected to reach triple digits this week as Merced County cooling zones open in Los Banos, Santa Nella, Dos Palos, Gustine and nearby areas.

CHP Merced said one graveyard shift led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle, the arrest of a fleeing suspect, a DUI arrest and the recovery of a stolen handgun in Merced County.

Find free and cheap indoor activities near Los Banos, including $1 Regal movies, free bowling, Kids Skate Free, library events and museum deals.

A Merced County measles warning was issued after public health officials detected the virus in local wastewater surveillance.

Merced County primary election results show who is leading in races affecting Los Banos, including governor, Congress, State Senate, Assembly and county races.

A Los Banos man was arrested after deputies said he came to a Sonoma County couple’s home during an elder fraud scam that cost about $28,000.

Pearson’s Jewelers in downtown Los Banos is holding a going-out-of-business sale, honoring Sherry Pearson’s legacy and decades of service on Sixth Street.

Los Banos Animal Shelter will be participating in free adoption day om Saturday, June 6, as part of California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with waived fees for approved adopters.

CHP Merced is warning online car buyers after a VIN switched vehicle was recovered during a recent enforcement stop involving a stolen Honda Accord.

Los Banos police arrested 19-year-old Alexis Valverde after an investigation into marijuana and nicotine vape products allegedly sold to local students.