United Nations human rights experts have accused Israel of conducting a "targeted starvation campaign" in Gaza, resulting in deaths, including children, due to famine reported by Al Jazeera. Reports of Children Dying From Malnutrition In a statement released Tuesday by 10 independent UN experts, they described Israel's actions as "genocidal...
There’s Still Time to Sign Up for FUSD Summer Camps
More than 8,000 kids in grades TK through 12th have signed up for Fresno Unified's summer enrichment camps, about 1,000 more than last year, district spokeswoman AJ Kato said Monday. And believe it or not, there are still some camps with openings this month. To register, click here. The district...
Mexico’s Seizures of US-Bound Fentanyl Drop Sharply as Meth Seizures Soar
MEXICO CITY — Even as Mexican-made fentanyl continues to flood into the United States, Mexico’s efforts to seize the drug have declined dramatically, according to figures released Tuesday by the Defense Department. Statistics on Fentanyl Seized Figures for the first half of 2024 show that Mexican federal forces seized only 286...
Gavin Newsom Will Take Your Biden Questions (and Try Your Doughnuts)
MANCHESTER, N.H. — For a few minutes on Monday afternoon, Gov. Gavin Newsom of California was just like any other politician with national ambitions, making his way through a small crowd at a rest stop in New Hampshire. He greeted local officials. He touched a baby. He was handed a...
After an Election Surprise, What’s Next for France?
Far from producing clarity, the snap election called by President Emmanuel Macron of France has yielded a muddle that could take months to sort out. – By The New York TimesCopyright 2024 The New York Times Company
Remember to Stay Cool, Fresno!
As the weather in Fresno County is heating up, remember to find ways to stay cool!
Two Local High Schoolers Named Bank of America Student Leaders
Two high school students from Fresno County were selected as Bank of America Student Leaders and will participate in an eight-week paid summer internship at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fresno County. The two students, Valeria Aceves and Ahsan Suhail, are gaining a comprehensive knowledge about serving the local...
Alec Baldwin’s Involuntary Manslaughter Trial Begins With Jury Selection
SANTA FE — Alec Baldwin’s trial in the shooting of a cinematographer is set to begin Tuesday with the selection of jurors who will decide whether the actor is guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Getting chosen to serve in a trial of such a major star accused of such a major...
Trump Returns to Campaign Trail with VP Deadline Nearing Amid Calls for Biden to Withdraw
MIAMI — Former President Donald Trump is getting back on the campaign trail Tuesday, rallying voters in his home state at his flagship golf resort in a celebratory mood as Democrats face tough calls over President Joe Biden's reelection chances. Trump's VP Announcement Awaited Trump is nearing a deadline to...
Support for Legal Abortion Has Risen Since Supreme Court Eliminated Protections, AP-NORC Poll Finds
WASHINGTON — A solid majority of Americans oppose a federal abortion ban as a rising number support access to abortions for any reason, a new poll finds, highlighting a politically perilous situation for candidates who oppose abortion rights as the November election draws closer. Increasing Support for Legal Abortion Around...