Is Gov. Gavin Newsom jealous of Vice President Kamala Harris and her Democratic presidential nomination? LA Times Columnist Mark Z. Barabak says the answer is a definitive "yes." Both Newsom and Harris hail from the San Francisco area and have navigated similar political circles for more than two decades. They...
California’s GOP Hope? Ex-Fox Host Steve Hilton Eyes Governor’s Mansion
Former Fox News host Steve Hilton is considering a run for California governor in 2026, potentially joining a crowded field of candidates, Politico reports. Despite the state's strong Democratic leanings, Hilton, a Republican, is exploring the possibility of bringing his "positive populism" to Sacramento. Hilton appears regularly as a guest...
Adventure Turns to Tragedy as Three Utahns Drown in Sierra Whirlpool
Three friends from Utah drowned Friday night after being caught in a whirlpool while rappelling in the Sierra Nevada mountains, reports KSL.com. David Bell, Jeannine Skinner, and Peter On were among a group of 13 on a canyoneering trip at Seven Teacups in Tulare County. Bell's sister, Cyndi Miller, said...
Harris Aligns with Biden on Raising Taxes for the Wealthy. Will It Help or Hurt the Economy?
Vice President Kamala Harris has aligned herself with President Joe Biden's tax proposals, including a controversial tax on unrealized capital gains, as she campaigns for the presidency in 2024. Harris’s tax policies, experts told MarketWatch, closely mirror those of Biden. Reports indicate that Harris supports Biden's March budget proposal, which...
60% of US Baby Foods Fall Short of WHO Nutritional Standards, Study Says
A recent CBS News report highlights concerns about the nutritional quality of baby foods available in U.S. grocery stores. According to the report, nearly 60% of commercially produced infant and toddler foods fail to meet World Health Organization nutritional standards. Researchers from The George Institute for Global Health analyzed 651...
Disagreements Over Israel ‘Last-Minute’ Demand to Keep Troops in Gaza Hinder Peace Deal
According to a Reuters exclusive report, disagreements over Israel's future military presence in Gaza are hindering progress on a ceasefire and hostage deal. The report, based on information from ten sources including Hamas officials and Western diplomats, reveals that disagreements over Israel's future military deployment in Gaza and Palestinian prisoner...
California Secures Landmark Funding Deal with Google for the State’s News Industry
Google has reached an agreement with California lawmakers to contribute to a $250 million fund over five years to support news outlets in the state. This marks America's first newsroom funding agreement, but it's already facing criticism from various quarters. The deal, which emerged from complex negotiations spanning over a...
JD Vance Outlines His Campaign’s Strategy Against Harris
CNN's Dana Bash interviewed GOP vice-presidential candidate JD Vance in a one-on-one conversation about the campaign's approach to challenging rivals Tim Walz and Kamala Harris. Watch the full video to see his message to the American people.
Trouble Paying Your PG&E Bill? Workshops in Fresno Can Help
Pacific Gas and Electric is holding two workshops this week in Fresno for customers struggling to pay their utility bills and needing help. More customers, including those with moderate incomes, are now eligible for assistance through two REACH (Relief for Energy Assistance through Community Help) programs, to which PG&E has...
Meet the New Dean for Fresno State’s Library
The Fresno State Library announced the appointment of Janet Crum as its new dean of Library Services, effective Aug. 1. Crum joins Fresno State from the University of Arizona in Tucson, where she served as director of the Health Sciences Library. Her extensive experience includes leadership roles at Northern Arizona...