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Stockton's Sears is closing, one of four remaining in California
The end of an era has come for the Stockton Sears. The store located at Weberstown Mall, 5110 Pacific Ave., is closing, according to "store closing" signs that can be seen next to the outdoor Sears' logo. Signs inside the store are not much different with "everything must go!" and...
Altercations at Casinos Result in One Injury and One Death
Two casinos in Fresno and Tacoma have been the sites of violent altercations. One incident involved a security guard being injured, while the other resulted in a fatal shooting. Fresno Casino Security Guard Attacked by Homeless Man, Suspect Arrested. In Fresno, a security guard at Club One Casino was hurt...
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is coming back to Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Fans of Hello Kitty can enjoy some cute treats and merchandise as Fresno welcomes back the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck later this month. The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be at the Fashion Fair Mall at 645 East Shaw Ave. Fresno, on July 27. It will be from 10 a.m. to […]
Selma outreach program aids locals with overdue PG&E bills, offers up to $1,000 aid
SELMA, Calif. (FOX26) — Are you seriously behind on your PG&E bill?. There's a community outreach program in Selma that helps people qualify for energy assistance. Selma Community Outreach Ministries is on a mission to help people who are months behind paying their PG&E bills. The REACH program, relief...
‘Nobody should have to die like that’: Couple dies in Fresno amid extreme heat wave
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Rhonda Simengaard’s parents have lived in Fresno for the past 30 years. On July 9, a neighbor called to tell her that they passed away. “I called my mom on Tuesday before my doctor’s appointment. She was sleeping, so I said, ‘You want me to call you back later?’ and she […]
San Joaquin County Pearl Harbor veteran turns 100
Robert “Bob” Fernandez of Stockton celebrated his 100th birthday on July 11 with family and friends at Whirlow’s Tossed and Grilled restaurant in Stockton. Fernandez is the last Pearl Harbor survivors still living in the Stockton area. At 100, Fernandez’s memory is fading. He couldn’t believe he was 100-years old but he still...
Former Merced doctor who performed CPR at Trump rally: 'I'll never forget the look on their faces'
Former Central Valley doctor Jim Sweetland sprang into action Saturday, performing CPR as the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump unfolded just feet away."I thought they were firecrackers at first," Sweetland said of the gunshots. He is an emergency room physician and was at the rally when the chaos played out.He lives in Pennsylvania but practiced for years in Angels Camp, the Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, and Merced."I remember Merced very fondly," he told Action News. People were very friendly."As shots rang out Saturday and the Secret Service rushed the stage, Sweetland says he heard a woman calling...
Save the Date for the 13th Annual Big Fresno Fair Job Fair! | August 15
Mark your calendars and be part of our 2024 Big Fresno Fair team! The 13th annual Big Fresno Fair Job Fair is happening Thursday, August 15 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Commerce Building at the Fresno Fairgrounds! The Fair is seeking individuals who can demonstrate excellent customer service in an entertaining and family-friendly environment. Available positions include:
Smokey Bear celebrates milestone birthday at California State Fair
(FOX40.COM) — A collection of federal, state and tribal agencies are coming together to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday and the public is invited. Although Smokey’s birthday is officially Aug. 9, Camp Smokey at the California State Fair offers a great opportunity to celebrate the bear that has been the face of the fight against […]
China Lake Museum presents donation to Police Explorers
Michelle Kilikauskas, Fawn Martinez and Nancy Kiren of the China Lake Museum Foundation presented a donation to the Ridgecrest Police Explorers in appreciation for the Explorers' outstanding support during the Foundation's recent Dinner and Auction. To inquire about the availability of the Explorers to support your event, contact Officer Nathan Lloyd at the Ridgecrest Police Department. The community is invited to visit the China Lake Museum Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn about China Lake's many contributions to our nation's defense and to browse for fun China Lake, military, and science themed items. The museum is located at 130 E. Las Flores Ave.
Roo ‘The Wonder Dog’ gets her wheelchair
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET)– Earlier this year, we introduced you to one powerful pooch by the name of Roo. She was born without her front legs, and with viewer’s help, she has been able to get a wheelchair. It all happened in a matter of hours. Hundreds of dollars were raised after 17 News’ generous viewers […]
More city office space being converted for residential use amid sustained popularity of remote work
Remote work continues to be a preference for a significant number of U.S. workers. That means there are empty office spaces left over from what appears to be largely a thing of the past for many corporate employees: commuting to an office for work. Moody's said there is a shadow...
Orinda Man Appointed to Employment Training Panel
Kumani Armstrong, of Orinda has been appointed the Assistant Director/Chief counsel at the Employment Training Panel. The Employment Training Panel (ETP) provides funding to employers to assist in upgrading the skills of their workers through training that leads to good paying, long-term jobs. According to the release by Governor Gavin...
Tom York on Business: 10 Applicants Scramble for Each Vacant Apartment in San Diego
Yet another example of just how crazy the cost of living especially housing is getting here in San Diego. A new report from the residential rental website RentCafe found that Diego is the state’s fourth-hottest rental market. The competition is fierce: 10 applicants vie for every apartment that comes...
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