This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Calling “shotgun” to ride in the front seat may no longer be an option for small-sized California middle and high schoolers. Citing crash statistics that show small-framed children, regardless of age, are disproportionately hurt in crashes when not...
Protests Planned All Over the World Aimed at Donald Trump and Elon Musk
A global protest organized by the group "Hands Off!" is set for Saturday, calling on Donald Trump and Elon Musk to stop their involvement in key social programs and government policies. According to a flyer promoting the event, protesters aim to send a clear message: keep your hands off Medicaid,...
Average US Rate on a 30-Year Mortgage Dips to 6.64% for the Second Drop in 2 Weeks
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. edged lower for the second week in a row, a modest but welcome boost for prospective home shoppers in the midst of the spring homebuying season. The rate fell to 6.64% from 6.65% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said...
Valley Crime Stoppers’ Most Wanted Person of the Day: Christopher Robert Sharkey
April 3, 2025 Most Wanted Person of the Day Suspect Name: Christopher Robert Sharkey Suspects Date of Birth: September 22, 198 Physical Description: White Male, 6’ 0, 260 lbs., Brown Hair, Brown Eyes. Charges: Grand theft Warrant Number: F25901773 Synopsis of the Case: Christopher Robert Sharkey is wanted on a...
Fresno Man Arrested in Armed Robbery After Search Warrant Executed
Property crimes detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a 38-year-old Fresno man in connection with an armed robbery that occurred early on Tuesday. Johnny Hernandez has been booked into the Fresno County Jail on several felony charges, including robbery, assault with a firearm, possession of a firearm...
Diehard Baseball Fans in Sacramento Welcome Athletics and Hope They Stay Awhile
WEST SACRAMENTO — Van Thompson walked through the busy concourse shortly before first pitch and sang along to the national anthem, a white Athletics ball cap in hand covering his heart. Earlier Wednesday morning, Susan Falcon took her dog out on the other side of town near a bustling coffee...
Carbon Monoxide Was Cause of Death of Brett Gardner’s Teen Son, Officials Confirm
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica — Carbon monoxide poisoning was the cause of death of the teenage son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, authorities in Costa Rica confirmed Wednesday night. Official Cause Confirmed Randall Zúñiga, director of the Judicial Investigation Agency, said they tested the 14-year-old Miller Gardner...
Bettors Back Duke Men and UConn Women for National Championships
LAS VEGAS — Duke shines even in a Final Four of all No. 1 seeds. The early betting money went on the Blue Devils to win their semifinal Saturday against Houston, with the opening line at DraftKings Sportsbook quickly going from 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 points. Bettors see a...
Flores Homers, Matos and Wade Also Go Deep to Help Giants Cap Sweep of Astros
HOUSTON — Wilmer Flores homered again and Luis Matos and LaMonte Wade Jr. also went deep to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 6-3 win over the Houston Astros on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep. It's the fourth home run this season for Flores, who hit just four...
Fresno County Authorities Need Help Finding Family of Alejandro Solis
The Fresno County Sheriff–Coroner’s Office is asking the public for help in finding the family of a 67-year-old man who died of natural causes on March 26. Despite extensive searches through various personal records, the Coroner’s Office has been unable to locate any relatives of Alejandro Solis. The agency emphasizes...