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Officer rescues kittens from rooftop in Coalinga
COALINGA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Several kittens were rescued from the rooftop of a rain gutter at a building in Coalinga on Tuesday. On Tuesday at about 9:30 a.m., the Coalinga Police Department was notified of several individuals trying to rescue five kittens from the rooftop rain gutter at 144 E. Durian Avenue. Animal Control Officer […]
Inaugural class of new Forest Corps inducted in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO — About 20% of California is forest land and the state is already experiencing an above-average fire season.A new team of young volunteers is being trained to help reduce the threat of wildfires and respond when they grow out of control. Taking an oath to serve their country, these young adults are the first members of a new team called the Forest Corps."The need is great," said Liz Berger, a U.S. Forest Service regional forester. "We are addressing a wildfire crisis."AmeriCorps has been serving communities across the country for 30 years, but this class is dedicated to exclusively working...
Fire crews respond to warehouse fire in Cutler
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Crews in Cutler battled a warehouse fire early Tuesday morning, according to Tulare County Fire. The fire started around 3:30 a.m. at Road 128 and Emerald Avenue. Fire crews say the warehouse was abandoned and no one was inside when they arrived. Investigators say the fire was contained to the back […]
California politicians have mixed reactions to Elon Musk's X, SpaceX relocation announcement
SACRAMENTO — Elon Musk says he is moving his companies X and SpaceX from California to Texas because he's opposed to a new law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.Is Elon Musk political posturing, or is he packing up and leaving?The billionaire businessman posted the following to his social media site:"This is the final straw, because of this law and many others that preceded it, attacking both families and companies…Space X will now move its headquarters from Hawthorne Californian to Starbase Texas."Musk announced separately that he is also moving his social media company X from San Francisco to Austin, Texas.State Senator...
Newsom signs law to prevent forced outings of students
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new bill into law that is being called The SAFETY Act, designed to protect students and employees from forced outings.It prohibits any school board policy, rule, or administrative regulation that requires forced outings of LGBTQ+ students.That includes preventing districts from telling parents about a student's sexual orientation, gender identity, preferred pronouns, or gender expression without the student's consent.PFLAG Fresno was one of the organizations to sign on in support of the bill. President Drew Harbaugh said he was relieved to see it signed into law."One of the things that the policies of forced outing does...
GOP Chair Jessica Patterson on How Trump’s Message Plays in California
The Political Breakdown team is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on day two of the Republican National Convention. Today, Scott and Marisa talk with the Chairperson of the California Republican Party Jessica Patterson after the delegation’s breakfast gathering, where Virginia’s Governor Glenn Youngkin and Donald Trump’s son Eric both gave speeches.
FOX26 & Les Schwab Tires collecting backpacks and school supplies for Valley students
VISALIA, Calif. (FOX26) — Les Schwab Tires and FOX26 are partnering to help kids get a head start for school. You can join us in giving kids the tools they need to succeed. Let's "Pack A Backpack" for every kid in need. FOX26 reporter Alexis Govea visited the Les...
Man found guilty of killing retired correctional officer in Parlier
A 63-year-old man could spend the rest of his life behind bars after being found guilty of the killing of a father and attempted murder of the man's son.Joe Gomez Jr. was found guilty of all counts Monday afternoon in Fresno County.Back in 2021, Gomez shot and killed retired correctional officer Israel Trevino Jr.It happened in front of this Parlier home near the El Rancho Market.Trevino's son testified in the case, saying the family had a history with Gomez, who drove erratically in front of their home, including the day of the shooting.Gomez's attorney and Action News legal analyst Tony Capozzi had argued there was conflicting evidence in the case and that Gomez acted in self-defense.Gomez is due back in court for sentencing in September, where he faces life in prison.
Gun shop burglary ring busted after 9-month spree across Southern California
Six men were charged with federal crimes after running a nine-month burglary spree of gun shops across California by using similar tactics to steal hundreds of firearms, the U.S Attorney’s Office, Central District of California, said Tuesday. The men, some of whom are teenagers, are accused of using stolen...
Dewan: Streamlining the teacher credentialing process
Teaching is a rewarding career. A major shift in California may make it easier for those aspiring to have a career in education to obtain a California teaching credential. Thanks to Senate Bill 153, signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on June 29 to address the teacher shortage and reduce roadblocks to the education profession, candidates in most credential programs no longer need to provide additional evidence of competence in basic skills if they hold a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. Prior to SB 153, options for meeting the basic skills requirement included the following:
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