The state's new free COVID-19 testing sites at the Dinuba and Porterville memorial buildings have started taking appointments. "The safety of our residents is always our top priority," said Dr. Karen Haught, Tulare County's health officer. "Every precaution is being taken to protect people who are going to be screened...
COVID-19 Outbreaks at Food Plants in Tulare, Kings Counties
More than 100 employees have tested positive for the coronavirus at two food-processing facilities in Tulare County, health officials said. At least 107 employees at two Ruiz Foods facilities in Dinuba and Tulare have tested positive for the virus, the Visalia Times-Delta reported Tuesday. More Than Half of Kings Cases Tied...
Prisons Killing Spree Includes Merced County Murderer
Four California inmates were killed at three state prisons, including two at a facility north of Bakersfield a day apart, corrections department officials said Monday. “They're all unrelated,” said department spokeswoman Terry Thornton. Officials say two inmates fatally stabbed Michael M. Ramadanovic, 65, on Friday at High Desert State Prison in...
COVID-19 Testing Starts at Merced County Fairgrounds
The Merced County Fairgrounds is the newest COVID-19 testing in the county, public health officials announced Sunday. Because of the expected high demand, testing is open to all Merced County residents who want to be tested. However, scheduling is by appointment only. Walk-ins will not be accepted. How to Register...
Merced County Suspends Social Distancing Plan for Businesses
Responding to feedback from businesses and farmers, Merced County Health Officer Dr. Ken Bird on Thursday suspended part of a recent order requiring businesses to develop COVID-19 social distancing and safety plans. The order was to have gone into effect on Friday. The plan called for limiting capacity (five people...
Fresno State Has Free Online Courses for 1st Responders, Essential Workers
Contributed by Fresno State News In support of those who continue to work and provide service to the public during the COVID-19 pandemic, Fresno State’s Division of Continuing and Global Education is offering three online, professional development courses free for local first responders and essential workers. The online courses are...
Rotary, Pardini’s Team to Deliver Meals to Front-Line Workers
Donated boxed lunches are coming to front-line employees at Community Medical Centers, St. Agnes Medical Center, and the Fresno County Sheriff's Office. And the first stop is today at St. Agnes. The Rotary Club of Fresno said Wednesday morning that it is partnering with Pardini’s Catering to donate the meals during...
McClintock: COVID Quarantine Threatens Our Free Society
Quarantine is the forced confinement of a person who has contracted or been exposed to an infectious disease. Although it is a long-standing police power of governments, it is seldom used because seldom needed — sick people generally stay home on their own. When it must be used, it is...
Fresno Mass Slayer Expected to Spend Rest of Life in Prison
After convicted murderer Kori Ali Muhammad withdrew his insanity plea on Friday, the Fresno County District Attorney's Office announced that it would no longer seek the death penalty against him. As a result, "Muhammad is expected to be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole," the DA's...
Granville Home of Hope Charities Receive $274K to Fight COVID-19
Granville Homes' 15th annual Home of Hope distributed $274,400 in early proceeds Friday to this year's nonprofit beneficiaries so they can provide immediate support to those affected by COVID-19. The 10 beneficiaries are Angels of Grace, Art of Life Cancer Foundation, Breaking the Chains, CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties,...