California Gov. Gavin Newsom is set to launch a new podcast, aiming to engage in conversations with a diverse range of guests, including MAGA favorites, Politico reports. Newsom describes his approach as that of a "practitioner, not pundit," seeking to stress-test positions and explore dialogue beyond traditional party lines. The...
Trump Faces Backlash for Sharing Controversial AI Video of Gaza
President Donald Trump is facing criticism on his Truth Social platform after sharing an AI-generated video depicting a transformed Gaza. The video, which Trump shared without comment, shows Gaza as a luxurious resort with skyscrapers and yachts — a stark contrast to its war-torn state. Video Depicts Luxurious Gaza Transformation...
District 5 Forum: Candidates on Eviction Protection, Rent Control & Guaranteed Income Program
Fresno City Council District 5 candidates shared their thoughts on eviction protection, rent control, and a guaranteed income program at GV Wire's forum. The forum included Jose Leon Barraza, a Fresno Parks Commission member; Elizabeth Jonasson Rosas, a Fresno Unified School Board trustee; and Brandon Vang, a Sanger Unified School...
GOP’s Huge Health Care Cut Could Cost Valadao’s District $5 Billion in Aid
The Republican House budget plan that passed Tuesday could lead to significant cuts in Medicaid funding, potentially impacting millions of Americans who rely on the program for essential health care. The resolution instructs the House Energy and Commerce Committee to cut at least $880 billion in costs through 2034, with...
Trump’s Deportation Rates Lower Than Biden’s, but Expected to Rise
President Trump's administration is deporting fewer people than Biden's did in its final year, according to newly released Department of Homeland Security data. As reported by Reuters, in Trump's first month, 37,660 people were deported, significantly lower than the monthly average of 57,000 during Biden's last full year in office....
District 5 Forum: Candidates Discuss How They Would Handle the $20 Million Budget Deficit
Fresno City Council District 5 candidates shared their plans to tackle the city’s projected $20 million budget deficit at GV Wire’s forum Thursday. The forum included Jose Leon Barraza, a Fresno Parks Commission member; Elizabeth Jonasson Rosas, a Fresno Unified School Board trustee; and Brandon Vang, a Sanger Unified School...
Poll: Most Americans Believe Mass Federal Layoffs Would Not Benefit Economy
A recent Rasmussen Reports survey reveals that most Americans don't believe mass layoffs of federal employees would benefit the economy. The poll, conducted from Feb. 11-13, found that only 29% of respondents think laying off 100,000 federal workers would be good for the economy. According to the survey, 48% of...
California Fire Captain Found Stabbed to Death in Home
A veteran fire captain in California was fatally stabbed in her home, with authorities investigating the incident as a potential domestic violence case, according to ABC News. Rebecca Marodi, 49, was found with multiple stab wounds at her residence near Ramona, California, on Monday, Feb. 17. Deputies from the San...
Delayed FUSD Program Review, Changing Union Stance Discussed on Unfiltered
On GV Wire’s weekly Unfiltered show, hosted by Publisher Darius Assemi with guests GV Wire News Director Bill McEwen and Fresno Unified Interim Superintendent Misty Her, McEwen discussed the elimination of FUSD's designated schools program. He said Fresno Unified stalled on its 2017 promise to evaluate initiatives and eliminate ineffective...
CA Bill Would Ban Anti-Aging Products for Kids Under 18
A new bill introduced in California aims to prohibit the sale of anti-aging skincare products to individuals under 18, ABC7 News reported. Asm. Alex Lee proposed the legislation in response to social media trends encouraging young children to use adult skincare products. Dr. Zakia Rahman, a dermatology professor at Stanford...