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...
Misfiring Fresno State Overpowered by San Diego State in Shutout Loss
The Fresno State football team has one week to find its missing offense. Otherwise, the Bulldogs risk a third straight humiliating defeat in Mountain West Conference play when they travel to Boise State next Saturday. Despite an extra week to prepare for San Diego State — this season’s conference bully...
Trump Announces 10% Increase in Tariffs on Canada
President Donald Trump said on Saturday he was increasing tariffs on Canada an additional 10% "above what they're paying now," just days after ending trade talks with Ottawa over what Trump described as a misleading ad. — (Reporting by Jasper Ward; Editing by Leslie Adler)
Merced County Is Short on Prosecutors. This College Program Could Help
Merced College students interested in a law career will have a new opportunity this spring. Next semester, Merced College students can enroll in the California Law Pathway, a statewide program that connects students to law fields. Participating schools already include 36 community colleges, 20 four-year colleges and 16 law schools. Law Pathway...
Netflix Shuts Down Game Studio Behind ‘Squid Game: Unleashed’
Netflix has shut down the studio behind its mobile game "Squid Game: Unleashed", amid a shift in strategy for its video gaming unit. The studio's closure was confirmed by its co-founder and former CEO, David Rippy, in a LinkedIn post on Thursday. "Rough news, for sure, but I'm very grateful...
Chrysler to Recall Over 291,000 Vehicles in US, NHTSA Says
Chrysler is recalling 291,664 vehicles in the U.S. as the electrical circuit for the radiator fan may overheat, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Saturday. — (Reporting by Disha Mishra in Bengaluru; Editing by Aidan Lewis)
Louvre Transfers Jewels to Bank of France After Heist, RTL Reports
PARIS — The Louvre has transferred some of its most precious jewels to the Bank of France, according to French radio RTL, after an audacious daylight heist last week exposed the famed museum's security vulnerability. The transfer of some precious items from the museum's Apollo gallery, home to the French...
California’s Gerrymander and Generational Rift Could Shake Up Democratic Hierarchy
This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Democratic politicians throughout California — those already in office and those who want in — assume that voters will rearrange the state’s 52 congressional districts next month and create new career opportunities. The assumption is well grounded. A...
Should Billionaires Pay More? Unions Want California Voters to Decide
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For years, Gov. Gavin Newsom has staunchly opposed increasing taxes on wealthy Californians even when the issue repeatedly reared its head during recent tough budget years. But faced with deep federal cuts to social services programs, labor and...
Fresno County to Hold Virtual Workshop on Road Safety Plan
Fresno County will host a virtual community workshop Wednesday to gather input on its Safe Streets For All Action Plan, an initiative aimed at reducing traffic fatalities and serious injuries across the county and participating cities, the county said in a news release. The workshop is scheduled for 5:30 p.m....
Russian Aerial Attack on Kyiv Kills Two, Injures 13, Ukraine Officials Say
Two people were killed and 13 others injured in Kyiv after Russian missiles and drones hit sites in Ukraine overnight, including infrastructure and energy sites, Ukrainian officials said on Saturday. The attack in Kyiv set off multiple fires and damaged residential infrastructure, including a kindergarten, according to city officials. "These...