WASHINGTON — The nomination of Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's choice to lead the Pentagon, is under pressure as senators who would need to confirm him weigh a series of allegations that have surfaced against him. Hegseth's mother appeared on Fox News on Wednesday to defend her son, who faces...
California Falling Short of Enrollment Goal as Mental Health Courts Roll Out Statewide
California's new initiative to compel treatment for some of the state's most severely mentally ill residents — many of whom are living on the streets — is falling short of its initial objectives. But with the program expanding from 11 counties to all 58 on Dec. 1, state officials are...
Celebrate 85 Years of the Tower Theatre With Comedy, Music, and Film
You can celebrate 85 years of the Tower Theatre this weekend at Fresno's historic venue with comedy, music, and "The Wizard of Oz." Check out our expanded list of events at this link. Friday is comedy night as Central Valley native Bruce Gray returns to headline the show. It's hosted...
Adam Gray Victorious in CA 13 Congressional Race, Duarte Concedes
Updated on Wednesday at 10:58 a.m. Rep. John Duarte announced his concession after a hard-fought race against Congressman-elect Adam Gray. Duarte expressed pride in securing millions for Valley projects, including clean water and flood safety. Reflecting on his term, Duarte thanked constituents for their support and shared memories of community...
Fresno State QB Mikey Keene Says He’s Entering Transfer Portal
Two-year Fresno State starting quarterback Mikey Keene announced on social media Tuesday morning that he will enter the transfer portal. Keene, who has thrown for more than 8,000 yards at Fresno State and UCF, would have one year of eligibility remaining. Keene's announcement wasn't unexpected because of the uncertainty clouding...
Chad Chronister, Donald Trump’s Pick to Run the DEA, Withdraws Name From Consideration
NEW YORK — Chad Chronister, Donald Trump's pick to run the Drug Enforcement Administration, said Tuesday he was withdrawing his name from consideration, becoming the second person selected by the president-elect to bow out quickly after being nominated for a position requiring Senate confirmation. Sheriff Chronister, the top law enforcement...
Three Bulldogs Selected to All-MW First Team in Football
Three Fresno State football seniors were named to the All-Mountain West Conference first team Tuesday: wide receiver Mac Dalena, linebacker Tuasivi Nomura, and cornerback Cam Lockridge. Mountain West coaches and a media panel made the selections. Check out the All-MW second team and honorable mention choices at this link. Dalena...
US Moves to End a Minimum Wage Waiver for Disabled Workers
The Biden administration on Tuesday moved to end a program that has for decades allowed companies to pay workers with disabilities less than the minimum wage. The statute, enacted as part of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, has let employers obtain certificates from the Labor Department that authorize...
Transgender Powerlifter Asks Minnesota Supreme Court to Let Her Compete in Women’s Events
ST. PAUL, Minn. — A transgender athlete should be allowed to compete in the women's division at powerlifting events because she's protected against discrimination by the Minnesota Human Rights Act, her attorneys urged the state Supreme Court on Tuesday. USA Powerlifting rejected JayCee Cooper's application in 2018 to compete in...
Man Who Died in Fresno County Crash in Tuesday’s Fog Identified
A fog-related collision near Parlier claimed the life of a driver and injured his passenger Tuesday morning, the CHP said in a news release. The crash occurred around 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of McCall and Parlier avenues, just north of Selma. A Chevrolet truck traveling westbound on Parlier Avenue...