Whether it be housing or commercial real estate, economic slowdowns stifled growth in Fresno County in 2024. But after years of declines, experts expect a turnaround soon. The Fresno County Economic Development Corporation brought out a panel of experts to discuss housing construction and sales, major commercial real estate purchases,...
First California EV Mandates Hit Automakers This Year. Most Are Not Even Close
California's effort to have no new gas-powered vehicles sold in the state by 2035 is beginning, and it requires 35% of all 2026 models sold this year to be zero-emission. Dealers say they aren't close to fulfilling the mandate for zero-emission vehicles and are nervously wondering what the future holds...
Hear the Political Rants of Madera College Instructor on Leave for Charlie Kirk Comments
The instructor fired by College of the Sequoias and suspended by State Center Community College District for comments about his desire to see Charlie Kirk's family dead appears to have a history of making vitriolic statements at the expense of regular coursework. A Madera Community College student taking Shaynon Scheidt's...
World of Outlaws Western Swing Concludes with Tulare Thunderbowl’s Roth Classic
The time has come for the World of Outlaws to salute one of sprint car racing’s most committed car owners, Dennis and Teresa Roth of Valley-based Roth Motorsports. "The Greatest Show on Dirt" is heading to Tulare's Thunderbowl Raceway for the fourth running of the Dennis Roth Classic on Friday...
Flood Watch Remains in Effect for Central California Through Friday
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for much of Central California, including Fresno, Clovis, Visalia, Bakersfield, and surrounding communities, effective through Friday afternoon. Forecasters warn that heavy rainfall and thunderstorms could trigger flooding in rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas. Excessive runoff may also affect flood-prone...
Does Fresno State’s E.J. Warner Have His Groove Back?
One could say E.J. Warner regained his confidence last week with four touchdown passes against Southern. But that's not an accurate statement. Warner says he never lost his confidence in the first place, despite throwing five interceptions with no touchdown passes in the season's first three games. "My confidence is...
Kern County Deputies Arrest Lake Isabella Man in Weapons, Narcotics Case
A 59-year-old man was arrested after deputies found firearms, including an illegal assault rifle, and narcotics at a Lake Isabella home, authorities said Thursday. Kern County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a weapons-related call at the 8500 block of Misty Court, the agency said. During the investigation, deputies determined Timothy...
Scotty Is Eager to Power Up Your Home With Kitten Energy
Scotty is a playful, high-energy 6-month-old kitten with a big personality and the cutest crinkle ears you've ever seen! He's full of curiosity and charm — always on the move, chasing toys, pouncing on shadows, and bringing a smile to everyone he meets. Like many kittens, Scotty is still learning the...
Tsunami Danger Being Evaluated for Washington State After 7.8-Magnitude Earthquake
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Thursday off Russia's Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky region has triggered a tsunami advisory for Alaska's Aleutian Islands, according to the U.S. Tsunami Warning System. The threat to Washington state and other Pacific Coast regions was "undetermined" and "still being evaluated," the Washington Emergency Management Division said in...
Democratic-Led US Senate Resolution Seeks Recognition of Palestinian State
WASHINGTON — A group of U.S. senators introduced on Thursday the first Senate resolution to urge recognition of a Palestinian state, further signaling a shift in Washington sentiment toward Israel nearly two years into its war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The Democratic-led measure is unlikely to pass the...
Dodgers Ace Clayton Kershaw to Retire After 2025 Season
Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw announced Thursday he will retire at the end of the 2025 MLB season, closing out one of the most decorated careers in baseball history, CBS Sports reported. The three-time Cy Young Award winner and 2014 National League MVP will make his final regular-season start...
Hanford Police Investigate Suspicious Death of 2-Year-Old Boy
Hanford police are investigating the suspicious death of a 2-year-old boy who was found unresponsive at an apartment Monday morning. Officers responded at 10:12 a.m. to a home in the 12200 block of West Hanford Armona Road after a report of a child not breathing, police said. When officers and...