Warner Bros Discovery has agreed to be acquired by Paramount Skydance in a $110 billion deal signed Friday morning, according to an audio clip of a global townhall by the company, which was reviewed by Reuters. "Netflix had the legal right to match the PSKY offer. As you all know,...
Pakistan Bombs Afghanistan in ‘Open War.’ Taliban Seeks Truce
KABUL/ISLAMABAD — Afghanistan's Taliban rulers said on Friday they were willing to negotiate after Pakistan bombed their forces in major cities and said the allies-turned-foes were in "open war". Pakistan struck the Afghan capital Kabul, the city of Kandahar, where Taliban leaders are based, and other towns, a Taliban spokesman...
Businessman, Philanthropist Stan Oken Remembered for His Impact on Valley Youth
A Clovis businessman, philanthropist, veteran, coach, and politician who made youth development an integral part of his life died this month, leaving behind a legacy to continue far into the future. Former Fresno County Supervisor Stan Oken died Feb. 16 at age 97, according to an obituary from Whitehurst Sullivan...
Mac the Cat Is Guaranteed to Spice Up Your Life
Mac is a handsome, sweet 10-month old boy with a playful heart and a love for adventure. Raised with his siblings and several foster kittens, Mac — short for Macaroni — is well-socialized and thrives in the company of other cats. He’s especially happy when he’s with his kitty family....
Can You Help Clovis Police Find Missing 15-Year-Old Girl?
Clovis police are asking for the public's help to find an at-risk missing 15-year-old girl. They say Alexia Danielle Hernandez was last seen at about between midnight and 1 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, near the Harlan Ranch neighborhood off Highway 168 and DeWolf avenue. The 5-foot-3, 114-pound teenager is...
Detectives Nab Suspected Fresno Online Predator
Task force detectives arrested a 26-year-old Fresno man on Thursday on suspicion of trying to hook up with a minor for sex. Mario Angel Dominguez also faces a charge of sending harmful materials to a minor. After being jailed, Dominguez posted bond for his $45,000 bail and was released. Detectives...
For CNN, a Change in Ownership Means a Suddenly Uncertain Future
Once again, CNN is facing an uncertain fate. Netflix’s stunning surrender Thursday in its effort to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery all but assures that the 24-hour news channel will soon be controlled by David Ellison, the chair of Paramount Skydance and the technology heir best known in the journalism world...
Hungry on the Go? Mad Duck and Ike’s Are Newest Fresno Airport Eateries
A “Lofresno Neal” on the go? Steak bites between flights? Travelers at Fresno Yosemite International Airport have new options with the opening of two more restaurants, with another one firing up the kitchen soon. The additions are part of a massive airport overhaul that included a new security screening area,...
Missing Fresno Woman Valarie Ray Found and She’s Safe
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office reported a happy ending late Thursday night in the case of Valarie Grace Ray, who hadn't been previously seen since Feb. 9 in downtown Fresno. Sheriff's spokesman Tony Botti said that Ray, 46, was found safe on Thursday. The sheriff's office had issued an alert...
Republican Bible: Let No One Cast Asunder What Trump Wants
For President Donald Trump and his allies, the 2024 election was less a vote for a new administration than it was an enabling act for a new sovereign. The public had done more than give Trump the White House the way it might bless any candidate with presidential power. In...