The lower-than-expected July jobs report caught politicians and economists off guard. On a positive note, the country's inflation report showed tempering. The two data points reinforced forecasters' beliefs that bankers would have to lower the persistently high cost of money. Given continued housing price growth, however, a drop in interest...
Well Behind Schedule, Trump Names Allies to Lead Transition Team
Former President Donald Trump has appointed two of his friends and financial backers to oversee a transition team preparing for his potential return to power. The move comes as polls show that his once-commanding lead evaporated after President Joe Biden dropped out of the election and Vice President Kamala Harris...
Trump Says Civilian Award Is ‘Much Better’ Than Medal of Honor
Former President Donald Trump on Thursday described the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which honors civilians, as being “much better” than the Medal of Honor, because service members who receive the nation’s highest military honor are often severely wounded or dead. Series of Comments Mock Injured Service Members Trump’s remarks follow...
Fresno Man Sentenced to Life for Murder of His Sons-In-Law
Darshan Dhanjan, 71, of Fresno, was sentenced on Thursday to 77 years to life for the murders of Rajbir Kaur, 62, and Ravinder Singh, 59, both of Fresno. Dhanjan was also sentenced for making criminal threats against a third victim. He pleaded guilty to all counts and aggravating factors on...
Nevada Gaming Regulators Accuse Resorts World Casino of Accommodating Illegal Gambling
RENO, Nev. — The Nevada Gaming Control Board filed a disciplinary complaint Thursday alleging that one of the largest casinos on the Las Vegas Strip welcomed illegal bookmaking, people with a history of gambling-related felony convictions and individuals linked to organized crime. Many of the allegations against Resorts World Las...
New California Laws Aim to Reduce Smash-and-Grab Robberies, Car Thefts and Shoplifting
SACRAMENTO — California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a bipartisan package of 10 bills that aims to crack down on smash-and-grab robberies and property crimes, making it easier to go after repeat shoplifters and auto thieves and increase penalties for those running professional reselling schemes. The move comes as...
Gov. Newsom Pitches Plan to Cut Gas Prices, Curb Big Oil Profits
Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced a new proposal aimed at preventing gas price spikes caused by oil refiners’ maintenance practices. The plan would require refiners to maintain minimum fuel reserves, which could save Californians up to $650 million annually. The California Energy Commission would oversee the new rules, ensuring that...
Mountain West, Other Conferences Explore a Separate Football Playoff System
The Group of 5 conferences, including the Mountain West, are set to discuss the possibility of creating their own football playoff system. According to Yahoo! Sports reporter Ross Dellenger, commissioners from the Group of 5 will meet in Dallas next week to explore various issues, including the potential for a...
US Official Says Mideast Mediators Are Preparing to Implement Cease-Fire Deal Before Final Agreement
JERUSALEM — A U.S. official said Friday that mediators are preparing to implement a Gaza cease-fire and hostage-swap deal to end the 10-month Israel-Hamas war before a final agreement is set. The official, who spoke to reporters on condition of anonymity, said the proposal currently on the table basically bridges...
Kihn of Rock and Roll: Greg Kihn of ’80s ‘Jeopardy’ Song Fame Dies at 75
SAN FRANCISCO — Greg Kihn, a rock and roll musician best known for his '80s hit songs "Jeopardy" and "The Breakup Song," has died. Kihn died of Alzheimer's disease on Tuesday, his management team said in a statement posted to Kihn's website. He was 75. From Baltimore to San Francisco:...