Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has expressed concern over the United States' fiscal trajectory, stating that the country's debt is growing at a faster pace than the economy. And, in a recent interview on "60 Minutes," Powell described the situation as "unsustainable." The U.S. national debt surpassed $34 trillion for...
New Semi Truck Emissions Testing Program Opens at Fresno State
When he was 13 years old, Fresno State staff member Chris Fuentes remembers visiting his father, David Fuentes, while he worked as a diesel mechanic at FTL Trailer and Refrigeration Repair. “There wasn’t a lot to do,” Chris Fuentes said, “besides throwing away old tires, or taking care of the...
Over 800 US and European Officials Sign Letter Protesting Israel’s Military Operations in Gaza
More than 800 officials from the United States and Europe have expressed their concern over their governments' stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict, warning that it could be seen as a serious breach of international law. The officials, who have signed a "transatlantic statement," believe their governments could be complicit in...
Ex-Boeing Manager Wouldn’t Fly on a 737 Max: ‘Plane is Not Really Safe’
Boeing's stock took a hit on Wednesday as the company was hit with a lawsuit following an incident where a door plug on a Boeing 737 Max 9, operated by Alaska Airlines, blew out mid-flight, potentially leading to a catastrophic event. Despite the Federal Aviation Administration clearing the aircraft model...
Americans Don’t Want to Vote for Presidential Candidates Over 80 or With Felony Charges: Gallup Poll
A recent Gallup poll reveals that less than one-third of Americans would consider voting for a presidential candidate over 80 years old or one who has been charged or convicted of a felony. The poll also found that less than half of Americans would support a socialist candidate. However, the...
Conservative Conspiracy Theory Links Taylor Swift, NFL, and Biden Endorsement
Global pop music superstar Taylor Swift is at the center of a conspiracy theory circulating on conservative social media platforms. The theory suggests that the NFL is manipulating games to ensure Swift's boyfriend's team, the Kansas City Chiefs, win the Super Bowl, aligning with a potential endorsement of President Joe...
How Will Biden Respond to Deadly Attack on US Forces in Jordan?
President Joe Biden is grappling with a complex situation following a deadly drone attack on a U.S. military base in Jordan, which he attributes to Iran. The incident, which resulted in the death of three U.S. servicemembers, has sparked debate on how the U.S. should respond. Iran has denied involvement,...
Tennessee’s Gun Laws Under Scrutiny as Vehicle Firearm Thefts Skyrocket There
Since Tennessee's GOP relaxed gun laws in 2013, nearly 30,000 firearms have been stolen from vehicles, according to a NewsChannel 5 analysis. The "guns in trunks" law allows gun owners to keep their weapons in their vehicles without penalty for leaving them unsecured. In 2013, there were just 46 guns...
Newborn Great White Shark Sighting Challenges Beliefs About Birthing Habits
Wildlife filmmaker Carlos Gauna and UC Riverside biology doctoral student Phillip Sternes have potentially made the first-ever sighting of a live newborn great white shark. The duo spotted a pure white, 5-foot-long shark pup off the coast of Santa Barbara. Sternes believes the shark was shedding its embryonic layer. The...
Mathis’ Embrace of Healthcare for Undocumented Immigrants Exposes GOP Rift
In a shift from traditional party lines, two California Republican lawmakers have publicly clashed over the issue of government-subsidized health benefits for undocumented residents. Assemblymember Bill Essayli of Corona opposes a new law providing subsidized health coverage to undocumented immigrants while Assemblymember Devon Mathis of Porterville defends the healthcare expansion,...