LOS ANGELES — California regulators have released a new proposal to allow the testing of self-driving heavy duty trucks on public roads. The state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced proposed regulations Friday to allow the testing of self-driving vehicles over 10,001 pounds, opening the door for companies to test self-driving...
Higher Taxes on Millionaires? Trump Says He’s Open, but Many in His Party Are Not
WASHINGTON — Why not tax the millionaires? As Congress begins drafting a massive package for President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" with trillions of dollars in tax breaks and federal program cuts, it's a question that won't seem to go away. A Lingering Question Trump himself has mused he'd "love"...
Ex-US Rep. George Santos Sentenced to Over 7 Years in Prison for Fraud and Identity Theft
CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. — Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos was sentenced Friday to over seven years in prison, sobbing as he learned his punishment for the crimes that led to his expulsion from Congress. Santos, who pleaded guilty last summer to federal wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, appealed...
Selma Mayor Charged With Electioneering Violation on Election Day
The mayor of Selma is facing a criminal charge for allegedly campaigning at a polling place while seeking reelection last November, the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office announced Friday. Scott William Robertson, 57, was charged with one misdemeanor count of prohibited electioneering. Prosecutors allege that on Nov. 5, 2024, Robertson...
Fresno Air Improves. Where Does It Rank in the US?
The San Joaquin Valley is making progress in the fight against air pollution, achieving a historic milestone in meeting federal standards for fine particulate matter. But even as the broader region celebrates cleaner air, Fresno continues to struggle — ranking as one of the most polluted cities in the nation....
As Harris Ponders Run for CA Governor, Is She Prepared for the Daunting Job?
This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A couple of weeks ago, Kamala Harris got the full New York Times treatment — a lengthy article speculating whether she would run for governor of California next year or prepare for another shot at the White House...
Stocks Rise With Tech-Related Shares, Notch Weekly Gains; Dollar Up
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Most stock indexes climbed on Friday, with Wall Street buoyed by technology-related shares, while the dollar had its first weekly rise in over a month as investors searched for signs that the U.S.-China trade war may be easing. Shares of Google parent Alphabet rose 1.7% after...
Conflicting US-China Talks Statements Add to Global Trade Confusion
(Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump asserted in an interview published on Friday that tariff negotiations were underway with China, but Beijing denied any talks were taking place, the latest in a series of conflicting signals over what progress was being made to de-escalate a trade war threatening to sap...
Driving Near the Fresno Airport Next Week? Plan for Road Closures
Your route to Fresno Yosemite International Airport or to jobs and schools near there may slow to a crawl next week. Fresno is conducting road work at two intersections along McKinley Avenue, affecting access to the airport. The intersections at Chestnut and McKinley and Peach and McKinley avenues are being...
Misty Her: Push for Fresno Unified Turnaround Starts Now With ‘Boots on the Ground’
After becoming the first female superintendent for Fresno Unified and the first Hmong superintendent in the nation, Misty Her has been taking calls from around the world from people congratulating her for the achievement, said Diana Diaz, communications director with the district. Hmong from Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, France, and Australia...