Merced County’s new 911 Nurse Navigation program connects eligible callers, including Los Banos residents, with nurses to help them find appropriate care.

Los Banos police say a Santa Rosa Street search uncovered suspected drugs and a stolen shotgun. Three adults were arrested, and a child was taken into protective custody.

Los Banos High School students Lexi Rivera and Max Menefee each earned third place at the 2026 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis.

Los Banos Unified is accepting applications for a Measure C citizens’ oversight committee. Seven volunteer positions are open through November 30, 2026.

Los Banos Animal Shelter is recruiting volunteers ages 18 and older to help socialize animals, assist with enrichment and support shelter activities.

UC Merced professor Sean Malloy calls for dezionization of the UC system, proposing changes to university investments, ...

California increases its mussel fee for boaters as invasive golden mussels threaten waterways near Los Banos, including O'Neill Forebay.

A CCID worker discovered 11 abandoned puppies near Los Banos Creek. Four have been adopted, while seven still need homes through Kate’s Furreka Rescue.

Winton, CA (October 21, 2026) — Two people were arrested Tuesday night following a shooting in Winton that left one person injured, according to the Merced County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded ...

Merced County health inspections found two restaurants with Unsatisfactory ratings in September 2026. See violations and reinspection results.

Merced College board candidate Rich Randall received a 2019 warning for viewing adult websites on a college computer, according to public records.

Rich Jones holds a 48-pound, 47½-inch striped bass caught at San Luis Reservoir on Oct. 14, 2026. The fish was released after being weighed and measured. (Photo courtesy of Roger George) Los Banos, CA ...