Today the Honorable Brian McCabe of the Merced County Superior Court, sentenced defendant Desiree Rose Gomez to 10 years, 8 months. The defendant was found guilty of Gross Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated as well as Felony DUI, driving under the influence causing injury. This case was prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Rodrigo Aguilar. | Merced County District Attorney

Join us for the next “How to Do Business with Merced County” workshop, this time in Merced! February 10, 2026 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. 2222 M Street Merced, CA 95340 - County Administration Building - Board of Supervisors Chambers Hear directly from County staff about how to find bidding opportunities, understand procurement processes, and compete for contracts with Merced County. Whether you’re a business owner, contractor, or vendor — this workshop is for you. For more information, visit: https:/

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The Merced County Sheriff’s Tactical and Reconnaissance Team (STAR) Merced County Sheriff Vern Warnke and Sergeant Clint Landrum introduced the new STAR Team to the media this morning. The Sheriff mentioned that it has been 4 years since the STAR Team has operated due to staffing issues with the Sheriff’s Office. However, the Sheriff felt it important to answer the call from the public to do something about the gang problem in Merced County and the STAR Team is a giant step in the right directio

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