Donna Pierce News Today

The graduation season is underway in the Turlock area as California State University, Stanislaus began its 64th Commencement ceremonies on Tuesday.

The sun and moon are the main actors in Monday's solar eclipse, but there's a star-studded supporting cast with planets, stars and possible a comet.

The moon will pass between the Earth and sun on Monday, creating the second total solar eclipse above the United States in seven years.

Comet, 12P/Pons-Brooks, will soon be close enough to Earth to see for the first time in 71 years.

Donna Pierce passed away in Alexandria, Indiana. This is the full obituary story where you can express condolences and share memories. Services by Owens Funeral Home.

A homeless man who tried stealing diamond rings from a jewellers was arrested after a brave shop worker chased him down.

More than 200 tinseled and patriotic-hued floats made their way from Highland Park town hall to Goar Park Monday for the annual Rotary Club of Park Cities Fourth of July parade.

While some businesses closed, others opened or relocated, shaking up the high-traffic area of Johnson Street or the downtown sector.

Gathered Roots, 15 N. Main St., opened Dec. 8 to feature several locally favorited vendors and products, all in the heart of the downtown area.

“It is just really rewarding to know I helped save a cat or a dog’s life," Pierce said.