President Donald Trump and nine major pharmaceutical companies on Friday announced deals that will slash the prices of their medicines for the government's Medicaid program and for cash payers, in his latest bid to align U.S. costs with those in other wealthy nations. Bristol Myers Squibb, Gilead Sciences, and Merck...
Oil Prices Climb as US Blocks Venezuelan Tankers, Eyes on Russia-Ukraine Talks
Oil prices edged up on possible disruptions from a U.S. blockade of Venezuelan tankers as the market waits for news about a possible Russia-Ukraine peace deal and interest rate decisions from central banks around the world. Brent futures rose 71 cents, or 1.2%, to $60.53 per barrel at 1:38 p.m....
Kings County Farming Giant John Vidovich Shut Out of Groundwater Board Seat
John Vidovich, who runs Sandridge Partners LLC, one of Kings County’s largest farming operations, was shut out of gaining a seat on a groundwater agency for fear he would move native water outside the area. Board members of the Empire Westside Irrigation District voted 3-2 at their Monday, Dec. 15,...
Wall Street Climbs as Tech Rebound Gains Momentum, Nike Slides
U.S. stocks climbed on Friday, as a rebound in technology shares gained momentum heading into the final weeks of the year, while Nike tumbled after weak China sales weighed on its quarterly results. Megacaps extended gains from Thursday, when chipmaker Micron Technology's strong forecasts re-ignited optimism around AI-related shares, which...
Fresno Can Expect Sprinkles Followed by a Wet Christmas Week
There's a chance Fresno could see some rain beginning Friday afternoon and continuing through Sunday. But any raindrops falling on our heads will be just a taste of an expected wet Christmas week. "Confidence continues to increase for totals of at least two inches of rainfall in the San Joaquin...
Valley Crime Stoppers Seeks Man Wanted for DUI
December 19, 2025 Most Wanted Person of the Day Suspect Name: Adrian Ramirez Suspects Date of Birth: October 24, 1982 Physical Description: Hispanic Male, 5’ 4, 220 lbs., Black Hair, Brown Eyes. Charges: DUI Warrant Number: F19903255 Synopsis of the Case: Adrian Ramirez is wanted on a felony warrant of...
Clovis Police Step Up DUI Patrols Friday
Clovis police will have additional officers on patrol Friday targeting drivers suspected of operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the department said in a statement. “Celebrating this holiday season responsibly is about protecting not just yourself but everyone on the road,” said Corporal Mark Bradford. “Let’s work...
Erika Kirk Endorses JD Vance for 2028
Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, endorsed Vice President JD Vance for the 2028 presidential election, promising to throw the weight of her influential organization behind his bid for the White House. “We are going to get my husband’s friend JD Vance elected for 48 in the...
Rubio: US Has Pledges of up to 7,500 Security Personnel for Haiti
The United States has received pledges of up to 7,500 security personnel for a gang suppression force in Haiti, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday. The U.N. Security Council agreed at the end of September to more than double the size of a 15-month-old, underfunded and understaffed...
Trump Administration Officials Race to Meet Friday Deadline for Epstein Files
President Donald Trump's Justice Department faces a Friday deadline to release a massive trove of documents from its investigations into the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, after Congress overwhelmingly approved a new law forcing their disclosure last month. That legislation followed months of political wrangling as well...