(Reuters) - The United Nations said on Thursday that there was a full internet blackout in the Gaza Strip, likely due to military activity damaging the last cable into the enclave, that has paralyzed aid operations. "Lifelines to emergency services, humanitarian coordination, and critical information for civilians have all been...
Trump Says He Won’t Fire Fed’s Powell but ‘May Have to Force Something’ on Rates
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on Thursday said he would not fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, adding that he "may have to force something" as part of his ongoing push for the central bank to lower rates. "Raise your rates. You don't have to keep them up here....
Fresno Police to Crack Down on Distracted Driving in Friday Operation
The Fresno Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation Friday targeting drivers violating California’s hands-free cell phone law. Under state law, drivers are prohibited from holding a phone or electronic device while behind the wheel. This includes talking, texting, or using apps, the Fresno Police Department said in a statement....
Valley Crime Stoppers’ Most Wanted Person of the Day: Daniel Richard Orozco
June 12, 2025 Most Wanted Person of the Day Suspect Name: Daniel Richard Orozco Suspects Date of Birth: November 15, 1980 Physical Description: Hispanic Male, 5’ 7, 180 lbs., Black Hair, Brown Eyes. Charges: Battery with serious bodily injury Synopsis of the Case: Daniel Richard Orozco is wanted on a...
US to Pull Some Personnel From the Middle East Amid Rising Tensions With Iran
WASHINGTON/BAGHDAD (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Wednesday U.S. personnel were being moved out of the Middle East because "it could be a dangerous place," adding that the United States would not allow Iran to have a nuclear weapon. Reuters reported earlier on Wednesday that the U.S. is preparing a partial evacuation of its Iraqi embassy and...
Judge in Harvey Weinstein Trial Declares Mistrial on Rape Charge
(Reuters) - The judge overseeing Harvey Weinstein's criminal trial in Manhattan on Thursday declared a mistrial on a rape charge against the former Hollywood movie mogul, after one of the jurors refused to continue deliberations. The mistrial came a day after the jury convicted Weinstein on a separate sex abuse...
What to Know About ‘No Kings’ Protests Against Trump’s Policies on Saturday
Opponents of President Donald Trump’s administration are set to rally in hundreds of cities on Saturday during the military parade in Washington for the Army’s 250th anniversary — which coincides with Trump’s birthday. The “No Kings” protests are set to take place to counter what organizers say are Trump’s plans...
Most G7 Members Ready to Lower Russian Oil Price Cap Without US
BRUSSELS/PARIS (Reuters) - Most countries in the Group of Seven nations are prepared to go it alone and lower the G7 price cap on Russian oil even if U.S. President Donald Trump decides to opt out, four sources familiar with the matter said. G7 country leaders are due to meet...
Republicans in Congress Set to Grill Democratic Governors on Immigration
WASHINGTON — Congressional Republicans are set on Thursday to question three Democratic governors about their states’ immigration policies, amplifying a partisan clash as President Donald Trump continues a showdown with California officials and anti-deportation protests spread across the country. The three governors — Tim Walz of Minnesota, JB Pritzker of...
US Files Lawsuit Against New York for Blocking Immigration Officials Near Court
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Justice Department said on Thursday that it has filed a lawsuit challenging a New York state law that blocks immigration officials from arresting individuals at or near New York courthouses. "Specifically, the complaint challenges a law, called the Protect Our Courts Act, that purposefully shields...