SACRAMENTO — California's Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fierce critic of former President Donald Trump, on Thursday called for lawmakers to convene a special session later this year to safeguard the state's progressive policies on climate change, reproductive rights and immigration ahead of another Trump presidency. The move — a...
Putin Congratulates Trump on His Election Victory in His First Public Comments on the US Vote
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory in his first public comment on the U.S. vote, and he praised the president-elect's courage during the July assassination attempt. "His behavior at the moment of an attempt on his life left an impression on...
Federal Reserve Cuts Its Key Interest Rate by a Quarter-Point Amid Postelection Uncertainty
WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Thursday by a quarter-point in response to the steady decline in the once-high inflation that had angered Americans and helped drive Donald Trump's presidential election victory this week. The rate cut follows a larger half-point reduction in September, and it...
Fresno County Duo Could Face 20 Years in Crop Insurance Fraud Scheme
Jatinderjeet “Jyoti” Sihota, 37, of Selma, pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit crop insurance fraud, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert said on Monday. Sihota was involved in her family's farming operation, which produced table grapes and other crops in Fresno and Tulare counties. The family sold many of these crops...
A Master of the Media Evolved Yet Again in 2024
In his improbable journey to the apex of American power, President-elect Donald Trump has always adapted to the media tool of the moment. As a young mogul on the make, he made himself a fixture of the Manhattan tabloids, then pivoted to the newfangled realm of reality TV as master...
Woman Loses Van Ness Extension Mansion, Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion and Obstruction
Pilar Rose, formerly of Fresno, has pleaded guilty to tax evasion and obstruction of an IRS audit, a move that will cost her both her luxury mansion and BMW sedan. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert on Monday, who confirmed Rose’s agreement to surrender her claim...
Central Valley Weekend Packed With Sports, Tacos, Magic and Local Entertainment
The weekend lineup of events in the Central Valley will offer a great variety for all ages and interests. The selection includes basketball, tacos, magic, and concerts, and the vibes will continue on Veterans Day. Check out our expanded list of events at this link. Fresno State Men's Basketball vs...
In Deep Blue California, Voters Don’t Always March to Dem Drums
In the parlance of politics, "ticket-splitting" refers to someone who votes for candidates of both major parties. It bedevils political devotees as they turn out partisan voters. In some states it has been discouraged by allowing voters to back all of one party's candidates by pulling just one voting machine...
Trump’s Deportation Plan Brings Fear and Sadness at CA Border
California immigrant advocates and state officials are bracing for what they describe as the likely massive impact of a second Trump presidency on border policies — vowing to fight his plans in court even as they remain uncertain which will make it from the campaign trail to reality. Trump has...
Cowboys’ Playoff Hopes in Jeopardy as Dak Prescott Faces Potential Season-Ending Surgery
FRISCO — Dak Prescott's injured hamstring is partially torn away from the bone and surgery for the star quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys is possible, a person with knowledge of the situation said Thursday. The injury, known as a partial avulsion, is likely to lead to an absence longer than...