In campaign mode, Kamala Harris doesn't refer to herself as a politician, but as a prosecutor. Her rise in Democratic politics began in California's courtrooms. Voters elected her first as San Francisco's district attorney and then as the state's attorney general. She battled multinational corporations on behalf of Californians, but...
California Gender Transition Law Shoves Parents Out of the New School Year
As the school year begins, AB 1955 goes into effect. It's a measure supported by Gov. Gavin Newsom that requires public schools to keep a child’s gender transition confidential from parents at the child’s request. The new law has prompted backlash from surprising quarters, most notably Tesla magnate Elon Musk,...
$1M Westlands Grant Could Help Prevent Future Flood Disasters
A state grant to the nation's largest water district will help mitigate disasters like those the Valley saw in 2023 while at the same time refill thirsty aquifers. The California Department of Water Resources awarded Westlands Water District $1 million to transform land in the district to help divert flood...
After Jobs and Inflation Reports, Will Interest Rates Fall for Fresno Homebuyers?
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...