This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom has been waging a media war against President Donald Trump — particularly with uber-snarky social media posts — while promoting a ballot measure aimed at increasing Democrats’ congressional seats, portraying it as a way to...
Trump Says Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk Has Died
U.S. right-wing activist and commentator Charlie Kirk, an influential ally of President Donald Trump, was fatally shot in the neck on Wednesday at an event at a Utah university. "The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the...
As Garnet Fire Nears, Memories of Creek Fire’s Destruction Flare Up for Mountain and Foothill Folks
SHAVER LAKE — It was only five years ago that vast parts of the Sierra and foothills were incinerated by the Creek Fire, which scorched nearly 380,000 acres before it was finally extinguished. Although Shaver Lake was largely spared, residents and business owners there and in surrounding areas are keeping...
‘We Must Reject Political Violence’: Newsom, CA Leaders Respond to Charlie Kirk Shooting
Turning Point USA founder and conservative leader Charlie Kirk was shot at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah on Wednesday, Sept. 10, prompting quick condemnation from Gov. Gavin Newsom and several other California leaders over political violence. Utah Valley University confirmed on X that Kirk, a visiting speaker, had been...
Russia Condemns Israeli Strike on Qatar as ‘Gross Violation’ of UN Charter
Russia on Wednesday condemned an Israeli attack against Hamas members in Qatar's capital Doha and urged all parties to refrain from actions that would further escalate the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. "Russia considers this incident a gross violation of international law and the UN Charter, an encroachment on the sovereignty and territorial...
49ers Identified as Top Landing Spot for Pro Bowl TE in Trade
During the San Francisco 49ers' 17-13 win over the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on Sunday, Kyle Shanahan's team lost tight end George Kittle to a hamstring injury, and with Kittle landing on injured reserve on Tuesday, the six-time Pro Bowler will miss at least the next four weeks as...
Judge Upholds Firing of Former Fresno City College Coach Ed Madec
Ed Madec will not be returning to Fresno City College. The former FCC men's basketball coach successfully fought his first termination in 2020 for providing impermissible benefits to his team. Madec returned to teaching in 2022. But, in his second class during the fall 2023 semester, Madec allegedly made threats...
Baby Dies After Being Found Unresponsive in Car in SoCal, Father Accused of Manslaughter
Detectives arrested a man on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter and child neglect after his 1-year-old daughter was found "unresponsive" inside a car and died in the View Park neighborhood of Los Angeles County on Tuesday, Sept. 9, authorities said. Deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Marina Del Rey...
What OSU Football Coach Trent Bray Said About Fresno State Loss
Oregon State football coach Trent Bray took to the podium Monday for his weekly news conference. Bray discussed the preventable Fresno State loss, Texas Tech, and more. On the offense and defense, Bray was beyond proud of the growth and efficiency on display against Fresno State. Players such as new...
Conservative Commentator Charlie Kirk Shot at Utah Valley University Event
U.S. right-wing activist and commentator Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck on Wednesday at an event at Utah Valley University and a suspect was taken into custody. Kirk, 31, was transported to a hospital and underwent surgery, according to a university spokesperson. His condition was unknown. A spokesperson for...