WASHINGTON — A former FBI informant who fabricated a story about President Joe Biden and his son Hunter accepting bribes that became central to Republicans' impeachment effort was sentenced Wednesday to six years in prison. Alexander Smirnov pleaded guilty last month in Los Angeles federal court to tax evasion and...
Monstrous Wildfires Blanket California With Smoky Air, Threatening the Health of Millions
LOS ANGELES — Massive wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area have filled the air with a thick cloud of smoke and ash, prompting air quality advisories across a vast stretch of Southern California. Three major fires broke out Tuesday amid dangerously high winds, killing at least five people and destroying more than...
Promises to Cut CA’s High Living Costs Clash With Progressive Policies
While post-election autopsies vary on why Democrats fared so poorly in November, there is general consensus that a major factor was voter resentment of high inflation in their costs of living. Traditionally, voters who feel angst about their personal finances will take it out on the party in power. It...
Merced Police to Increase Security at MLK Parade, Following New Orleans Terrorist Attack
An annual Merced event that brings together all sectors of the community will see an increased level of police presence this year, following the deadly terrorist attack in New Orleans. Merced Police Chief Steven Stanfield told the City Council on Monday residents can expect to see more officers along the...
California’s Historic Ranch, Motel Among Losses in Palisades Fire
A wind-driven wildfire ravaged two California State Parks last night, leaving a trail of destruction that included the historic Will Rogers ranch house and the Topanga Ranch Motel, the California State Parks said in a news release on Wednesday. The Palisades Fire, fueled by wind gusts reaching 80 mph, tore...
Gov. Newsom’s Office Slams Trump’s Water and Wildfire Claims as ‘Pure Fiction’
Gov. Gavin Newson's Office said President-elect Donald Trump's water restoration declaration is "pure fiction" in a response to Trump's Truth Social post Wednesday morning. In a statement, Trump accused Newsom of neglecting a necessary action to address the state's environmental and fire-related issues. However, Izzy Gardon, director of communications for ...
Chaos Reigns at Fresno GOP as Two Leaders Are Voted In
Elizabeth Kolstad retained her position as chair of the Fresno County Republican Party by one vote. Or did she? The Fresno County Republican Party held a meeting Tuesday night at party headquarters to vote on leadership. Kolstad apparently won the vote for a second two-year term as chair, 15-14. However,...
Wired Wednesday: Garry Bredefeld Reveals 9 Goals On First Day as Supervisor
GV Wire’s Edward Smith talks with KMPH Fox 26 “Great Day” anchor Jim De La Vega about the two newest members to join the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. Luis Chavez and Garry Bredefeld were both sworn in and gave their opening remarks to the public on Tuesday. Bredefeld outlined...
Pacific Palisades Fire Is Most Destructive in LA History
Fierce wildfires are raging in the Los Angeles area, fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds, sending residents fleeing from burning homes through flames, ferocious winds and towering clouds of smoke. Thousands of firefighters were battling at least three separate blazes on Wednesday, from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena. Here's the latest:...
Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy Dies in On-Duty Traffic Accident
Deputy Timothy Corlew of the Riverside County Sheriff's Office died on Wednesday following a traffic accident while on duty, Sheriff Chad Bianco announced in a statement. The deputy, assigned to the Jurupa Valley Sheriff's Station, was involved in the crash while responding to a call. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office...