Former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for the position of director of national intelligence. This surprising choice has sparked controversy due to Gabbard's lack of intelligence experience and past statements that some view as amplifying Russian propaganda. Gabbard, who recently joined the Republican Party,...
What Is Saving Grace for Embattled Valley Farmers? People Always Need Food
Fresno State on Wednesday brought together economists, lenders, farmers, and industry representatives to discuss the changing landscape in California agriculture for its 43rd annual Agribusiness Management Conference. Saying agriculture is in the midst of a drastic transition, panelists struggled to paint an optimistic picture of ag's future. But the event's...
A Project 2025 Leader’s Exile Ends
In the 31st-floor penthouse lounge of the Kimberly Hotel in midtown Manhattan, as waiters refreshed cocktails and jazz piano wafted from the speakers, a hotel employee slid the glass roof closed against the chilly night air. It was official: Kevin Roberts was coming in from the cold. For a period...
What Makes Walking So Great for Your Health and What Else You Need to Do
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Janet Rapp strode briskly down a paved path through the city zoo, waving at friends and stopping briefly to greet emus she knows by name. The 71-year-old retiree starts each morning this way with a walking club. "I'm obsessed," she said. Not only does it ease her...
Did Merced City Schools Board Stifle Free Speech? Legal Group Seeks Changes
Merced County's largest school district has been put on notice by a legal group that a statement read during public school board meetings may expose the district to legal action for threatening freedom of speech. Furthermore, the statement read before the public comment portion of Merced City School District's board...
Budget-Friendly Hacks for a Friendsgiving Feast to Remember
Friendsgiving is a fun, flexible way to gather with friends before the hustle and bustle of the holidays. But with the rising food prices, not to mention other holiday expenses, hosting can seem out of reach. Discover simple, budget-friendly hacks, from affordable menu ideas to DIY decor, to help throw...
How the Trump Administration Could Ease or Expand California’s Housing Crisis
As California Democrats attempt to "Trump-proof" the state and Republicans celebrate their party's sweeping victory, the mood among some of the state's most prominent housing advocates is glum. "Trump's extremist economic agenda is going to tank the housing market and housing construction," Sen. Scott Wiener, one of the Legislature's loudest...
Clovis Measure A Gets Breathing Room. Lead Widens in Clovis Trustee Race. Measure Q Tops 55% for First Time.
The latest vote update from the Fresno County Elections Office on Friday shows Clovis Unified's Measure A appears headed to victory, while the lead in a Clovis Unified trustee race continues to widen. Friday's update also provided more certainty of passage for Sanger Unified's Measure M and some welcome news...
Richardson Close to Finishing Massive NE Fresno Council Upset
Nick Richardson widened his lead in the Fresno City Council District 6 race with the latest vote count released Friday afternoon, gaining 250 votes to hold an 849-vote advantage. Richardson now has 51.35% of the vote, compared to Roger Bonakdar's 48.56%. Initial returns on Nov. 5, covering ballots received through...
Democrat Josh Harder Wins Reelection to U.S. House in California’s 9th Congressional District
STOCKTON - Democratic Rep. Josh Harder won reelection to a U.S. House seat representing California on Friday, defeating Republican Kevin Lincoln. Harder, who had been a venture capitalist, was first elected in 2018, when he defeated a four-term GOP incumbent. Lincoln is the mayor of Stockton. Democrats Hold Advantage in...