Life-threatening hot weather is expected to bake Fresno and surrounding communities with weekend temperatures reaching 110 degrees or higher, says the National Weather Service in Hanford. A very prolonged, severe heatwave will begin across the Southwest later this week that could last 7+ days. Death Valley could hit 130°F Sunday,...
CEMEX Showdown Nears: Construction Costs, Friant Traffic, Emissions Hang in the Balance
Amid a push for homes, infrastructure, and road repairs, an end to the concrete and asphalt from a mining company along the San Joaquin River would hike construction costs while increasing greenhouse gases, construction experts say. City of Fresno officials have said all options are on the table regarding mining...
CEMEX Showdown Nears: Construction Costs, Friant Traffic, Emissions Hang in the Balance
Amid a push for homes, infrastructure, and road repairs, an end to the concrete and asphalt from a mining company along the San Joaquin River would hike construction costs while increasing greenhouse gases, construction experts say. City of Fresno officials have said all options are on the table regarding mining...
The FDA Is Being Asked to Look Into Influencer’s Energy Drink Wildly Popular With Kids
An influencer-backed energy drink that has earned viral popularity among children is facing scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine. On Sunday, Sen. Charles Schumer called on the Food and Drug Administration to investigate PRIME, a beverage brand founded by the YouTube stars Logan...
The FDA Is Being Asked to Look Into Influencer’s Energy Drink Wildly Popular With Kids
An influencer-backed energy drink that has earned viral popularity among children is facing scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine. On Sunday, Sen. Charles Schumer called on the Food and Drug Administration to investigate PRIME, a beverage brand founded by the YouTube stars Logan...
Annual Crime Report Shows Californians’ Fears of Increasing Crime Is Justified
Political officeholders at all levels and of all ideological stripes habitually pursue a time-dishonored practice when releasing data. If it’s positive, politicians try to maximize its importance with lavish news conferences and self-congratulatory declarations. If, on the other hand, the data have a negative cast, they will be released quietly, often...
Annual Crime Report Shows Californians’ Fears of Increasing Crime Is Justified
Political officeholders at all levels and of all ideological stripes habitually pursue a time-dishonored practice when releasing data. If it’s positive, politicians try to maximize its importance with lavish news conferences and self-congratulatory declarations. If, on the other hand, the data have a negative cast, they will be released quietly, often...
Do LGBT Kids Books Belong in Public Libraries? Clovis Councilwoman Stirs Strong Debate.
In the waning days of LGBT Pride Month, Clovis City Councilwoman Diane Pearce posted a message on Facebook that she called a "public service announcement." It warned about LGBT books at the local library. Thus began a debate in which the opponents refuse to give ground. "Might want to wait...
Do LGBT Kids Books Belong in Public Libraries? Clovis Councilwoman Stirs Strong Debate.
In the waning days of LGBT Pride Month, Clovis City Councilwoman Diane Pearce posted a message on Facebook that she called a "public service announcement." It warned about LGBT books at the local library. Thus began a debate in which the opponents refuse to give ground. "Might want to wait...
Missing Police K9 Found Dead After July 4 Backyard Escape
A Reedley city police dog missing since July 4 was found dead Thursday, the department reported on Facebook. Reedley police said the German Shepherd named Kona had been hit by a car in Visalia. “We want to express our gratitude to everyone who contributed their time, support, and concern throughout...