Modesto
Sheriff’s Deputy Among 2 Dead In Modesto Shooting, Apartment Catches Fire
Large flames came up from a Modesto apartment building Thursday night where a suspect was believed holed up following the shooting deaths of a deputy and a civilian.
Fresno Mom Of Alleged Teacher Sex Abuse Victim Speaks Out
The mother of an alleged victim of former Modesto high school teacher James Hooker spoke out against him on Tuesday night and said she hopes her daughter’s actions help put a stop to him.
Ex-Teacher Facing Modesto Sex Charges Allegedly Planned To Leave Country
The former Modesto high school teacher accused of sexual assault with a minor 14 years ago was apparently making plans to leave the country with his current student turned lover, according to prosecutors.
Modesto Teen Splits From Former Teacher After His Arrest
A Modesto teen who made national news when she and her high school teacher moved in together said she has broken off the relationship following allegations that he sexually abused another student.
Ex-Modesto Teacher Who Dated Teen Accused Of Sexually Abusing Student
Police have said a former California teacher who made national headlines when he left his job and family to move in with an 18-year-old student has been arrested for sexual contact with another teen.
California Bill Would Punish Student-Teacher Dating
To prevent teachers from “grooming” students for relationships when they become adults, the bill would also criminalize seductive communication, including sexual text messages.
Ex-Modesto Teacher In Relationship With Student Confronted On ‘Dr. Phil’
It’s a story made for daytime TV: 41-year old Modesto high school teacher James Hooker left his wife and children after falling for his 18-year-old student.
Modesto Teacher Quits Job To Be With 18-Year-Old Student
A Central Valley school teacher has quit his job and left his wife and kids to move into an apartment with an 18-year-old student less than half his age.
6 Northern California Cities Named On ‘Most Miserable’ List
Six Northern California cities made Forbes’ list of the worst places to live in the country, including Sacramento at No. 5 for the second year in a row, according to the magazine.
NorCal Pair Accused Of Using Salvation Army Bell, Kettle To Enrich Themselves
A man and woman used a Salvation Army bell and kettle to collect money outside a Modesto Wal-Mart for themselves, according to investigators.


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