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Josie Heart

Stockton

KCRA Reporter/former foster youth

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  • 3 weeks ago | fox40.com | Josie Heart

    (FOX40.COM) — On its ninth day, the murder trial of Daniel Serafini is uncovering deep-rooted tensions and long-standing disputes within his family. The prosecution says dysfunction, accusations, and financial strife all culminated in the 2021 fatal shooting of his father-in-law, Robert Spohr, and the critical injury of his mother-in-law, Wendy Wood.

  • 4 weeks ago | fox40.com | Josie Heart

    (FOX40.COM) — A Stanislaus County Sheriff’s deputy made his first court appearance Thursday, facing multiple felony charges connected to alleged sexual misconduct while on duty in the Hughson area. Israel Morales, 30, is accused of aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault. His arrest follows a months-long investigation by the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office.

  • 4 weeks ago | fox40.com | Josie Heart

    (FOX40.COM) — A historic moment took place in Stockton on Wednesday, as 15 women celebrated their graduation from the San Joaquin Building and Trades Council’s first-ever all-women’s construction and trades apprenticeship readiness program. The graduates were cheered on by friends and family as they walked across the stage to accept their certificates representing new opportunities and career advancement. “I’m feeling awesome,” said graduate Lea Houghtaling. “I’m really proud of myself.

  • 1 month ago | fox40.com | Josie Heart

    by: Josie Heart Posted: May 24, 2025 / 06:00 PM PDT Updated: May 24, 2025 / 06:00 PM PDT (FOX40.COM) — The first week of testimony in the Daniel Serafini murder trial wrapped up with a significant moment as Serafini’s older brother took the stand in a Placer County courtroom.

  • 1 month ago | fox40.com | Josie Heart

    (FOX40.COM) — Paul Samsin, known on the streets and online as “Bouncebacc Sammy”, earned his nickname after surviving more than a decade of being homeless. “They be like, ‘Dang, you bounced back,'” he recalls. “I did it so many times, I just took on the name Bouncebacc Sammy.”He was born in Modesto, but he journeyed through homelessness from the Bay Area to LA’s skid row, and all across the Central Valley. One day, his path toward stability began with something as simple as a haircut.

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Josie Heart
Josie Heart @jheartreports
22 Feb 23

A local shares video with us showing the moment a fire took down a structure near W Lindsay St. Multiple fire crews are on scene. Live coverage on @kcranews today at 6 p.m. https://t.co/a7QnIxfeW8

Josie Heart
Josie Heart @jheartreports
14 Feb 23

Verdict reached: Robert Somerville was found guilty of second degree murder in the shooting death of Stockton Fire Captain Max Fortuna. Stockton Firefighters Local 456 Union President Mario Gardea shared a few words. We also hear from Somerville’s family today on @kcranews https://t.co/wLfctnfuUk

Josie Heart
Josie Heart @jheartreports
26 Jan 23

Happy birthday to Marie Patton! This long-time Modesto sweetheart turns 105 today! 🎉 🥳🎂 Catch her story on @kcranews https://t.co/QPxorSzTiu