The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, with more than 100,000 members and a long roster of donors, is among the most powerful lobbying groups in the United States. Watch: Ali Velshi Exposes AIPAC's Growing Influence in US Elections AIPAC's strong pro-Israel influence has shaped American policy in the Middle East...
Fresno State Students Bring Home Wins From Model UN Competition
Fresno State’s inaugural Model United Nations team returned home with multiple wins after attending the 73rd Model United Nations of the Far West Conference in San Francisco in April. Fresno State’s team consisted of seniors Thomas E. Bell, Christopher Boyles, Madison Fuller, Cree Fuller, Jesus Lopez and Julian Lopez; juniors...
Merced County Deputy Ranks So Depleted That Sheriff Warnke Goes on Calls
Merced County Sheriff Vern Warnke is sounding the alarm over a public safety crisis due to a severe shortage of deputies. The staffing crisis has reached a point where Warnke has had to respond to emergency calls. For example, the sheriff's office recently received a call from a woman regarding...
Fresno State Announces 2024 Graduate Deans’ Medalists
Fresno State on Friday announced the 2024 Graduate Deans Medalists. The eight schools and colleges at Fresno State, along with the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, each selected an outstanding student to honor as part of the class of 2024 Graduate Deans’ Medalists. The deans selected an undergraduate...
DEA’s Marijuana Reclassification Could Revive California’s Struggling Pot Industry
In a move that could potentially breathe new life into California's struggling cannabis industry, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is considering reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug. This reclassification could significantly lighten the tax burden for licensed pot companies in the state and provide a much-needed boost. DEA's Proposal...
These Two Fresno Pacific Students Faced Challenges. They’ll Graduate on Saturday.
Commencements ceremonies aren’t stories — but the people walking across the stage are. At Fresno Pacific University, 979 graduates mean 979 stories of first-generation students, working adults, and advancing professionals from the Central Valley’s mosaic of racial, ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds getting an academic, professional, and spiritual education that...
Fresno State Announces 2024 Undergraduate Deans’ Medalists
Fresno State announced Wednesday the names of nine students chosen as the 2024 Undergraduate Deans Medalists. The eight schools and colleges at Fresno State, along with the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, each selected an outstanding student to honor as part of the class of 2024 Undergraduate Deans’...
Students, Faculty Call for University of Texas President to Resign Over Handling of Gaza Protests
Faculty and staff at the University of Texas are voicing their loss of trust in the university's administration following a pro-Palestine protest that ended with dozens of arrests. The faculty-led protest was a response to the university's handling of a previous demonstration, which they believe was an overreaction. The faculty...
Ongoing Protests Force Cal Poly Humboldt to Close for the Semester
Cal Poly Humboldt has declared that it will remain shut for the rest of the semester due to ongoing protests and the occupation of Siemens Hall and Nelson Hall East. The university has been grappling with vandalism and theft, leading to the closure of other campus facilities. The semester was...
Biden’s Handling of Israel-Gaza Conflict Faces Major Disapproval, CNN Poll Shows
In a recent CNN poll, President Joe Biden's approval ratings continue to falter, particularly in relation to his handling of the conflict between Israel and Gaza. The poll, conducted by SSRS, reveals that Biden's approval rating for his handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict stands at a mere 28%, with a...