It is hard to pinpoint how many Americans will tune in Tuesday night to watch the first and only scheduled debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. But here’s an educated guess. First of all, this is not the Super Bowl. The NFL championship game routinely...
Exclusive: California’s Homeless Population Grew Again This Year, Especially in These Counties
New data shows nearly 186,000 people now live on the streets and in homeless shelters in California, proving the crisis continues to grow despite increasing state and local efforts to stem the tide. That's according to an exclusive CalMatters analysis of the latest results of the point-in-time count, a federally...
Fresno Chocolatier’s Sweet Treats Help African Children’s Choir
A Fresno chocolatier is launching a limited run of sweet treats to support a good cause. Sales from A'cappella Chocolate's new line of Kabalagala Clusters will support the African Children's Choir, a Christian organization supporting music and education in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and South Africa. "We are thrilled to launch...
Madera’s Ben Martin Convicted of Illegal Firearm Possession After Capitol Breach Convictions
Benjamin Martin, 46, of Madera, was convicted Tuesday of illegally possessing firearms and ammunition following a one-day trial in Fresno. U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced the trial result in a news release. Court records and evidence presented at trial revealed that in September 2021, the FBI searched Martin’s Madera...
Tech Co. Offers Insight on Restaurant Bills. How Does California Rank for Tips?
You may not know the brand, but if you've ever used a debit or credit card to buy food from a restaurant, you've probably used Toast's technology. The point-of-sale service company released its Restaurant Trends Report on Tuesday, detailing what people bought and how much they spent in April, May,...
Ten Years After Losing My Son, I’m Ready to Bare My Soul About Suicide Prevention
September marks Suicide Prevention Month, a time when organizations and communities rally to bring attention to an issue that often lurks in the shadows. For many, it’s a time to promote awareness, share resources, and encourage open dialogue. But for some of us, this month carries a weight that words...
Fresno Police Arrest 13-Year-Old for Threatening a School Shooting
The Fresno Police Department said that officers responded to a social media threat of a shooting at Scandinavian Middle School made on Monday. The department reported the incident Tuesday on an Instagram post. Detectives identified and arrested a 13-year-old Scandinavian student on suspicion of making a felony criminal threat. Detectives...
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Jolts Box Office With $110 Million Opening Weekend
NEW YORK — After 36 years of waiting, the juice is finally loose again in "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," this time racking up $110 million in its premiere weekend. Sequel Surpasses Expectations The long-awaited Tim Burton sequel is the third-best opening weekend of the year, only behind box office triumphs "Inside Out...
White Stripes Sue Donald Trump Over the Use of ‘Seven Nation Army’ Riff in Social Media Post
NEW YORK — The White Stripes sued former President Donald Trump on Monday in a case that alleges he used their hit song "Seven Nation Army" without permission in a video posted to social media. Allegations of Copyright Infringement The band has accused Trump and his presidential campaign of copyright...
Labor Costs Remain High for Small Businesses, but a Report Shows Wage Growth Is Slowing for Some
NEW YORK — Employee wages are one of the biggest costs for small businesses. A new survey found some owners may be seeing a bit of relief when it comes to wages. But while some say wage growth has stabilized or slowed, others note they haven't seen any moderation in...