NEW YORK — President-elect Donald Trump was sentenced Friday in his hush money case, but the judge declined to impose any punishment, an outcome that cements his conviction while freeing him to return to the White House unencumbered by the threat of a jail term or a fine. The punishment-free...
Fresno Authorities Seek Public’s Help to Locate Violent Man
The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Helan Lopez Sanchez, 29, who is wanted for assault with a deadly weapon. Lopez Sanchez, described as 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing 185 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair, has a history of violence and...
Valley Crime Stoppers’ Most Wanted Person of the Day: Freedom Marie Atkins
Jan. 10, 2025 Most Wanted Person of the Day Suspect Name: Freedom Marie Atkins Suspects Date of Birth: October 28, 1979 Physical Description: White Female, 5’ 4, 160 lbs., Black Hair, Green Eyes Charges: Assault Warrant Number: F22903555 Synopsis of the Case: Atkins is wanted on a felony, no-bail warrant...
California’s New Insurance Rules Tested as Wildfires Ravage LA
California's new insurance rules face their first major test as devastating wildfires sweep through Los Angeles County. Two brush fires, one in Pacific Palisades and another near Pasadena, have destroyed over 1,000 structures and forced mass evacuations. The Palisades Fire alone could cause up to $10 billion in damages, according...
See the Destruction, Heartbreak, and Heroics of LA Wildfires
The nation —and the world — is transfixed on the Palisades Fire and several other wildfires roaring through the Los Angeles area. The Associated Press images below convey the destruction, heartbreak, and heroics on display.
Porterville Lakeside Restaurant’s Mission? Helping Those With Medical Needs
When Rhonda Harvey bought three acres of land and a bar along Success Lake, she did so with one thing in mind — finding a home for her charity. Harvey reopened the former Antlers Roadhouse at 30990 Highway 190 on the way to Sequoia National Park in June 2024, rebranding...
Trump and Obama Share Unexpected Moment at Carter Memorial
President-elect Trump and former President Obama shared a surprisingly friendly exchange at former President Carter's funeral, despite their long-standing rivalry. The two were seen chatting and laughing together at Washington National Cathedral before the service began. The funeral brought together all five living American presidents, including Trump, Obama, Biden, Clinton,...
Evacuation Warnings Sent to the Wrong Residents in Los Angeles
With tensions high, Los Angeles residents were thrown in a panic when receiving an emergency alert on Thursday. The emergency alert was sent telling residents that an evacuation warning was issued, which was in error a new alert told those residents. The warning, intended only for residents near the Kenneth...
Fresno State Adds Arizona State Linebacker & JUCO Tight End
Fresno State added Arizona State linebacker K'Vion Thunderbird from the transfer portal and signed American River Community College freshman tight end Gavin Correia on Thursday. Thunderbird Brings Depth at Linebacker The 6-foot, 225-pound former Sun Devil accumulated five tackles and one sack in his career at Tempe. Thunderbird has three...
Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Bid to Delay Sentencing in New York Hush Money Case
WASHINGTON — A divided Supreme Court on Thursday rejected President-elect Donald Trump's bid to delay his sentencing in his hush money case in New York. The court's 5-4 order clears the way for Judge Juan M. Merchan to impose a sentence Friday on Trump, who was convicted in what prosecutors...