Three Democrats in Fresno-area congressional races outraised their opponents for the second quarter. In fact, Democrats Rudy Salas and Adam Gray more than doubled their Republican incumbent opponents. And, House District 21 Rep. Jim Costa continues his fundraising lead over his challenger. Source: FEC; Note: Fong and Boudreaux figures from...
Iran Threat Prompts Trump Protection Boost; Saturday Attack Unrelated, Officials Say
WASHINGTON — A threat from Iran prompted moves by the U.S. Secret Service to boost protection around Donald Trump before Saturday's attempted assassination of the former president, which appears unrelated to the original threat, according to two U.S. officials. Upon learning of the threat, the Biden administration reached out to...
Authorities Nab Suspected Serial Arsonist. They Think She Torched More Than Fresno
The suspected arsonist believed to have left notes at the scenes of fires was arrested on July 8, the Fresno Fire Department said in a news release. Law enforcement approached 32-year-old Ramona Sigala Leal for suspected petty theft when they found out she had an active Ramey warrant for arson....
Fresno Unified Provides Immunizations, Sports Physicals for Students
Fresno Unified has scheduled clinics this month and in August for parents to bring their children for immunizations and sports physicals. All students must meet immunization requirements, and students entering kindergarten and seventh grade must provide proof of updated immunizations. Immunizations and sports physicals will be offered at Herrera Elementary...
Who Is Carrying the Olympic Torch Through Paris? A BTS Star, a Garbage Collector and More
From the Louvre Museum to the Eiffel Tower, from Paris' posh districts to working-class neighborhoods, hundreds of people have carried the Olympic torch through the French capital for two days of celebrations before the Summer Games kick off at the end of the month. Joyful crowds lined up along the...
Sen. Bob Menendez Convicted in Trial That Featured Tales of Bribes Paid in Cash, Gold and a Car
NEW YORK — U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez has been convicted of accepting bribes of cash, gold and a luxury car from three New Jersey businessmen. The Jury's Verdict The jury’s verdict was still being read Tuesday at a federal courthouse in New York City. Over a nine-week trial, prosecutors said the...
Global Music Streams Are up in 2024. Latin Music Dominates and Multiple Releases of Same Album Sell
Halfway through the year, a few music trends have become apparent: Global music streams are up, Latin music has become the fastest growing streaming genre in the United States, and physical album variants — multiple releases of the same — are on the rise. Going Global The global music industry...
Gareth Southgate Says He Will Step Down as England Manager
After eight years, four tournaments and two finals, Gareth Southgate announced he was stepping down as England manager on Tuesday, saying it was “time for change.” Sunday’s 2-1 loss to Spain in the European Championship final proved to be his last game in charge of the national team. “As a...
At Least 70 People Killed in a Militia Attack in Western Congo
KINSHASA, Congo — At least 70 people, including nine soldiers and a soldier's wife, were killed when armed men attacked a village in western Democratic Republic of Congo, local authorities said, as violence intensifies between two rival communities. Conflict Rages Between Teke and Yaka Communities The attack took place on...
Bronny James Finishes With 2 Points, Lakers Lose to Celtics at Summer League
LAS VEGAS — Bronny James struggled from the field again Monday, finishing 1 for 5 in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 88-74 loss to the Boston Celtics at NBA Summer League. James played 25 minutes, finishing with two points, three rebounds and one assist. He was 0 for 3 from 3-point...