Google is set to implement a new digital fingerprinting system across various devices, sparking privacy concerns. This move comes amidst ongoing tensions between tech giants over user data and search engine dominance. The UK's Information Commissioner's Office has warned that Google's new policy, set to take effect on February 16,...
Kern River Flows Again, but Only Briefly, Through Bakersfield
Water is again running in the Kern River through Bakersfield, four months after it suddenly went dry at the end of August 2024, leading to a massive fish die-off. But it will only last through Jan. 20, according to Bakersfield Water Resources Director Kristina Budak. "Water is being released from...
Cowboy Hats, Grandkids, and Parting Shots. It’s Swearing-in Day at Fresno City Hall.
A new Fresno city councilmember joined the dais as outgoing members said goodbye Thursday morning. Nick Richardson, officially sworn in Tuesday, took the ceremonial oath of office Thursday, administered by his grandfather Thomas Richardson. "To my new colleagues, I ask for patience as you get to know me, and as...
How to Help Those Affected by the California Wildfires
Major fires across Los Angeles this week have killed at least five people, forced 180,000 to flee their homes, and destroyed thousands of structures. Here are some of the organizations accepting support for those impacted: Children Project Camp: The Los Angeles-based organization runs trauma-informed pop-up day camps for children displaced or...
Inside Trump’s Search for a Health Threat to Justify His Immigration Crackdown
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump is likely to justify his plans to seal off the border with Mexico by citing a public health emergency from immigrants bringing disease into the United States. Now he just has to find one. Trump last invoked public health restrictions, known as Title 42, in...
Las Vegas Raiders Fire GM Tom Telesco After Just One Year
HENDERSON — The Las Vegas Raiders continued their house cleaning Thursday, firing general manager Tom Telesco just two days after dismissing coach Antonio Pierce. The moves took place after the Raiders went 4-13 this season. "We appreciate his efforts in helping build a foundation for the future," the club said...
Clovis Man Arrested After Armed Robbery Near Elementary School
Anthony Sifuentes, 19, of Clovis, was arrested in connection with the first Clovis armed robbery of 2025 on Wednesday evening near Sierra Vista Elementary School in Clovis, the Clovis Police Department said. Officers responded to a call at 8:30 p.m. of a robbery near Barstow and Pollasky avenues. The victim,...
30-Year Mortgage Rate Climbs to 6.93%, the Highest Since July
There was a moment in late September when mortgage rates, after a monthslong decline, appeared poised to drop low enough to bring would-be buyers and sellers off the sidelines. But that window has closed, at least for now. The average rate on the 30-year mortgage, the most popular home loan...
Fans Can Expect ‘Speed & Intensity’ as Fresno Monsters Resume Play
The Fresno Monsters hockey team resumes play for the second half of the season of 2025 on Thursday as they travel to take on the Long Beach Bombers. The Monsters are returning to the ice after a holiday hiatus with a 17-8 record. The only hockey ticket in Fresno, they're...
Herbert Looks to Add Chargers’ Playoff Win to Accomplishments
EL SEGUNDO — Justin Herbert has accomplished several personal milestones during his first five years in the league. However, it hasn't resulted in playoff success for the Los Angeles Chargers. Herbert can change that Saturday when the Chargers travel to Houston for an AFC wild-card round game. It will be...