LOS ANGELES — UCLA coach Mick Cronin ripped into his players following the 22nd-ranked Bruins' third loss in four games, saying they don't give enough effort and lack toughness. UCLA, which won 10 of its first 11 games and started 2-0 in the Big Ten, has dropped two straight following...
Trump Blames Newsom for California’s Wildfires and Water Challenges
Former President Donald Trump criticized California Gov. Gavin Newsom in a Wednesday Truth Social post, claiming his refusal to sign a water restoration declaration has exacerbated the state’s ongoing crisis. Trump accused Newsom of prioritizing the protection of a fish species, the smelt, over the needs of Californians, particularly those...
Heisman Trophy Runner-Up Ashton Jeanty of Boise State to Enter NFL Draft
BOISE — Ashton Jeanty, who rushed for the second-most yards in a season in major-college football history and was runner-up for the Heisman Trophy, will leave Boise State to enter the NFL draft. Jeanty announced his decision on social media Tuesday, one week after the Broncos' season ended with a...
Save Mart Center Is Among Top 100 Venues in the World
The Save Mart Center ranked in the Top 100 arenas worldwide for gross ticket sales for 2024 as reported by Pollstar, which tracks entertainment data. The venue ranked No. 85 globally and No. 54 in the United States for attendance. Total attendance for 2024 was 481,435, generating over $28 million...
Newsom Announces More Federal Aid to Battle Fires in LA County
California has secured a federal grant to support efforts to suppress the Hurst Fire in Los Angeles County, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday. The Hurst Fire The Hurst Fire has consumed approximately 500 acres and continues to spread rapidly under high winds, creating dangerous conditions for surrounding communities, according to...
Los Angeles Wildfires Strain Water Supply, Fire Hydrants Run Dry Amid Fierce Blazes
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. Fire Hydrants in...
No Granite Park Evictions, but Frazier Blames City for Restaurant Closure
Despite issuing stern warnings in November, Fresno has not moved to evict the nonprofit managing the Granite Park sports complex. The Central Valley Community Sports Foundation remains in charge of operations, but declining customer turnout has hurt the nonprofit. Nearby businesses in the surrounding retail and office park are also...
Celebrities Among Thousands Evacuated in Los Angeles Fires
LOS ANGELES — Wildfires that ripped through the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles forced many Hollywood stars, including Mark Hamill, Mandy Moore and James Woods, to evacuate their homes. California firefighters are battling wind-whipped fires tearing across the area, destroying homes, clogging roadways as tens of thousands fled and...
5 Killed, Thousands Flee as Wildfires Burn Out of Control Across LA
Story Updated at 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 8, 2024 Wind-fueled wildfires continued to grow Wednesday as overtaxed fire crews battled at least three major out-of-control blazes that killed at least five people and ravaged some of the most picturesque neighborhoods in the Los Angeles area. The fires blanketed the city...
Valley Crime Stoppers’ Most Wanted Person of the Day: Barrie James Parson
Update on Jan. 15, 2025 at 4:01 p.m. Barrie James Parson was arrested on Wednesday according to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office. Original Story Jan. 8, 2025 Most Wanted Person of the Day Suspect Name: Barrie James Parson Suspects Date of Birth: May 2, 1989 Physical Description: Hispanic Male, 6’...