U.S. oil prices jumped more than 11%, while Brent soared 7% on Thursday in volatile trading, as traders worried about prolonged disruptions to oil supply the day after President Donald Trump said the U.S. would continue attacks on Iran. Brent crude futures were up $6.34, or 6.3%, to $107.5 a...
Bank of America’s $72.5 Million Settlement With Epstein Accusers Wins Preliminary Approval
A U.S. judge granted preliminary approval on Thursday to Bank of America's $72.5 million settlement with women who accused the bank of facilitating their sexual abuse by Jeffrey Epstein. U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff in Manhattan scheduled an August 27 hearing to consider final approval. David Boies, a lawyer for...
US Fixed 30-Year Mortgage Rate Rises to 6.46% Amid Iran War
The average rate on the most popular home-loan rate rose to its highest since early September, as the Iran war pushes up oil prices and fans inflation fears, lifting U.S. bond yields that closely influence mortgage rates. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate averaged 6.46% last week, mortgage finance agency Freddie Mac...
Trump Warns US Will Bomb Iran “Back to Stone Ages” if War Deal Fails
President Donald Trump said Wednesday in a prime-time address that the U.S. is close to ending its war in Iran but warned that if a deal cannot be reached, the next two to three weeks could bring bombings that would reduce Iran’s power plants and possibly oil fields “back to...
Medical Needs Surging in Iran and Supplies Under Threat, Red Cross Warns
Emergency medical needs in Iran are rising exponentially, and stocks of trauma kits and other gear could run low if the war persists, the head of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies delegation there said on Thursday. More than 1,900 people have been killed since the...
Fresno Police Arrest Man on Probation After Finding Ammunition in Vehicle
A 34-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after officers found live ammunition inside a replica firearm in a vehicle, according to Fresno police. Police said officers were patrolling the area of Tulare and Collins streets on Wednesday when they contacted a man who was on probation. The man, later identified as...
Valley Crime Stoppers’ Most Wanted Person of the Day: Vincent ReMarcus Poole
April 2, 2026 Most Wanted Person of the Day Suspect Name: Vincent ReMarcus Poole Suspects Date of Birth: September 21, 1986 Physical Description: Black Male, 6’ 0, 154 lbs., Black Hair, Brown Eyes. Charges: False Imprisonment by Violence Warrant Number: F25906467 Synopsis of the Case: Vincent ReMarcus Poole is wanted...
Six Ukrainian Children to Be Returned From Russia and Reunited With Families, US Says
Six Ukrainian children will be returned from Russia to their families in Ukraine, the White House said on Thursday, citing efforts by first lady Melania Trump to expedite their return. A seventh Ukrainian child will also be returned to their family later this month, the first lady's office said in...
Two Republicans Are Fighting for California Governor. Why a Tie Is Their Best Strategy
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California Republicans have an unusual shot of claiming an upset victory in the governor’s race this year — but to win, neither of their candidates can get too far ahead of the other just yet. With eight major...
Fresno Police Launch Distracted Driving Enforcement Campaign
Fresno Police Department is reminding motorists to stay focused behind the wheel as April marks National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The department said officers will be actively looking throughout the month for drivers violating California’s hands-free cell phone law in Fresno. According to the 2025 California Statewide Public Opinion Survey,...