This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday proposed paring down the responsibilities of California’s elected State Superintendent of Public Instruction and shifting more power to the State Board of Education. “California can no longer postpone reforms that have been recommended...
2 Killed in Shooting Outside Mormon Church in Salt Lake City
A shooting outside a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Salt Lake City on Wednesday killed two people and injured six others, and at least one suspect was at large, police said. Dozens of people were attending a funeral service inside the meetinghouse at the time of...
Some of Warner Bros’ Biggest Investors Are Split on Paramount Offer
Some of Warner Bros Discovery's biggest investors are split on Paramount Skydance's sweetened offer for the storied movie studio owner, giving the smaller media company a fighting chance at winning over shareholders. Investors have until Jan. 21 to accept Paramount's latest $108.4 billion proposal, paying them $30 a share, an...
Caleb Quick Murder Case: Court Postpones Teen’s Adult Trial Hearing
The 16-year-old boy accused in the fatal shooting of Caleb Quick appeared in court Thursday, with family members from both sides present. Defense attorneys said they recently received additional evidence from the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office and noted that experts for both the defense and prosecution are still working...
Fresno County Recognizes Pleasant Mattress for Putting People to Work
Fresno County supervisors recognized Pleasant Mattress on Tuesday for hiring practices that have helped dozens on county assistance programs. The New Employment Opportunities program, run through the Department of Social Services and the Fresno County Economic Development Corp., helps find employment for people on CalWorks or other welfare programs. Participating...
Fresno County Launches Bold Campaign Against Drunk Driving
Mothers Against Drunk Driving and Hedrick Chevrolet on Wednesday announced “Driving Change,” a campaign aimed at preventing impaired driving through community partnerships, education and enforcement. The monthlong campaign brings together local businesses, law enforcement, and community leaders with a shared goal of keeping families safe. As part of the effort,...
Saudi Coalition Says Separatist Leader Fled Yemen With UAE Help, Advances to Aden
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said on Thursday that the United Arab Emirates had spirited a separatist leader out of the country by boat in a dramatic twist to a rift between the Gulf powers, as Saudi-backed forces advanced to the port of Aden after losing ground there. The escape...
Visalia Probation Search Uncovers Live Explosive, Police Say
A Wednesday probation search in Visalia led officers to discover a live explosive at a residence, police said. Just before 10 a.m., a Visalia Police Department Special Enforcement Unit officer, along with a probation officer, made contact with Ruben Zayas, 37, who is on probation, near Church Street and Myrtle...
Israel Bars Some Aid Workers From Gaza as Groups Face Suspension
Israel said on Thursday it had barred entry to Gaza of foreign medical and humanitarian staff whose organizations were ordered to cease operations unless they register employee details with Israeli authorities and meet other new rules. Fearing a renewed humanitarian crisis if medical and aid services can suddenly no longer...
Oil Rises as Market Focuses on Venezuela and US Sanctions Plans
Oil prices rose on Thursday after two days of declines as investors assessed Venezuela developments and reports on the progress of proposed U.S. sanctions legislation against countries doing business with Russia. Brent crude futures were up $1.21, or 2%, at $61.17 a barrel by 1417 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate...