Aysha Pettigrew

Merced Sun-Star

Aysha Pettigrew is the economic mobility reporter for the Merced Sun-Star and a California Local News fellow. Prior to this role, Pettigrew worked as an administrator for the UC Berkeley Investigative Reporting Program.

LATEST FROM AYSHA PETTIGREW

Politics & Government

Merced City Council to begin virtual participation protocol Monday. What it means

July 2, 2026 at 3:40 PM

Crime

Merced police arrest suspect in homicide investigation

June 26, 2026 at 3:53 PM

Crime

Los Banos police say driver refused to yield, led pursuit with passenger in car

June 24, 2026 at 7:27 PM

Crime

Los Banos Police investigate shooting. No injuries reported

June 24, 2026 at 2:37 PM

Crime

Merced man jailed for possession of an assault weapon and unregistered firearms

June 24, 2026 at 1:32 PM

Crime

Merced man was killed 40 years ago this week. His family still seeks answers

Updated June 24, 2026 at 2:41 PM

Crime

Merced Sheriff’s Office makes second arrest in shooting at Winton Community Park

June 23, 2026 at 7:38 PM

Local

Merced City Council approves ordinance on repeat housing code violators

June 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM

Entertainment

Merced County Fair on a budget: Insider tips for affordable thrills and treats

Updated June 12, 2026 at 6:05 PM

Entertainment

Take a sneak peek at the festivities at the 2026 Merced County Fair

June 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Local

Merced County dance studio offers inclusive classes for neurodivergent kids

June 9, 2026 at 10:07 AM

Local

From arts to zines, a guide to Pride Month events in Merced

June 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM