WASHINGTON — The Republican-led House passed a bill Thursday that would rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America and direct federal agencies to update their documents and maps to incorporate the new name. President Donald Trump already signed an executive order during his first day in office...
Fresno Art Hop Could Feature Street Vendors Again. Downtown’s Players Are Divvying Up Responsibility
Downtown Fresno interests are close to a solution for how to divide up the responsibility of hosting the thousands of people that come to the area monthly for Art Hop and its associated street fair. The plan is for the Downtown Fresno Partnership to coordinate venues, Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Co. to...
Before Tariff Price Increases, Mark Cuban Suggests Stocking Up on These Items
Entrepreneur Mark Cuban is encouraging Americans to purchase household essentials now before President Trump's tariff plans potentially drive up consumer prices across the board. On social media platform Bluesky, Cuban recommended visiting big-box stores to stock up on consumables before retailers restock with inventory reflecting tariff costs. He warned that...
He Was Killed in a Road Rage Shooting. AI Allowed Him to Deliver His Own Victim Impact Statement
CHANDLER, Ariz. — There were dozens of statements submitted to the court by family and friends of Christopher Pelkey when it came time to sentence the man convicted of fatally shooting him during a road rage incident. They provided glimpses of Pelkey's humor, his character and his military service. But...
Trump Urged Speaker Johnson to Raise Top Tax Rate, Source Says
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump privately urged House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson during a phone call on Wednesday to raise the top tax rate and close the carried interest loophole in upcoming legislation, a person familiar with the conversation said on Thursday. Trump and Johnson spoke as the...
Fresno Police Plan 10-Hour Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation for Saturday
The Fresno Police Department will conduct a traffic safety operation Saturday aimed at cracking down on dangerous driver behaviors that put bicyclists and pedestrians at risk. The enforcement effort will take place from noon to 10 p.m. and focus on violations such as speeding, illegal turns, failing to yield to...
Freeman’s Bases-Loaded Triple Helps Dodgers Beat Marlins
MIAMI — Freddie Freeman singled twice and hit a bases-loaded triple and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Miami Marlins 10-1 on Wednesday. Freeman drove in four runs and extended his hitting streak to 12 games as the MLB-leading Dodgers (25-12) took two of three at Miami and won their...
Robbie Ray Pitches 6 Effective Innings as the Giants Beat the Cubs
CHICAGO — Robbie Ray pitched six sparkling innings, Wilmer Flores had three hits and the San Francisco Giants beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 on Wednesday. Ray (5-0) allowed one run and three hits in his second straight win. Camilo Doval and Tyler Rogers each got three outs before Ryan Walker...
Valley Crime Stoppers’ Most Wanted Person of the Day: Xzavier Isaha McGee
May 8, 2025 Most Wanted Person of the Day Suspect Name: Xzavier Isaha McGee Suspects Date of Birth: January 17, 2000 Physical Description: Black male, 5'6", 130 lbs., Black Hair, Brown Eyes. Charges: Failure to register as a sex registrant Warrant Number: H1905881 If you know where Xzavier Isaha McGee...
Fresno Author Teams Up With Valley Children’s to Help Kids Know More About Epilepsy
A local author has partnered with Valley Children's Hospital to support children with epilepsy and foster understanding of the condition. "Room for Friends: A Story to Empower Kids with Epilepsy," by Fresno author Susie Harder, allows readers to become the main character as they navigate an escape room-themed adventure. The...