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Woman dead after she was struck by a train in Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A woman is dead after she was struck by a train in Fresno on Thursday, according to the Fresno Police Department. Officers say at around 9 a.m. they responded to the area of Clinton Avenue and Highway 99 for a report of a woman dead on the train tracks. They arrived […]
JR Jackson, Fresno television GM, retiring after 48-year career
The employees at CBS 47 and KSEE 24 are saying goodbye to Vice President and General Manager JR Jackson as The post JR Jackson, Fresno television GM, retiring after 48-year career appeared first on The Business Journal.
Fresno man sentenced to 10 years in prison – Monterey County DA
(KION-TV) - A 22-year-old man from Fresno has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for human trafficking and assault on a peace officer. According to the Monterey County District Attorney's Office, Joshua Haastrup was convicted of one count of human trafficking of a minor, one count of assault on a peace officer, and one count of felony evading.
Central Valley veteran honored with new mortgage-free home
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Staff Sergeant Nathan Tomshack served in the U.S. Army for six years. He deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Africa before being honorably discharged in 2014. While serving overseas, he was involved in several attacks. He now suffers from back and knee injuries, as well as PTSD. For his dedication to his […]
The Barbie Truck will be coming to Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Barbie is living the dream and the the Barbie Truck will be making an appearance in Fresno. Organizers say the Barbie Truck will be making an appearance at the Fashion Fair Mall located at 645 East Shaw Ave., in Fresno on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. According […]
Man Seriously Injured in Pedestrian Accident on Demaree Street [Visalia, CA]
One Hospitalized after Pedestrian Collision near Walnut Avenue. VISALIA, CA (July 18, 2024) – One man was hurt Sunday afternoon, in a pedestrian crash on Demaree Street. Around 2:06 p.m., police officers responded to the scene near Walnut Avenue. According to the Visalia Police Department, the driver of a vehicle hit the male pedestrian for reasons under investigation. Medics transported the victim, only described as a 22-year-old man, to Kaweah Health. Reports said the man remains at the hospital in critical condition. Meanwhile, the driver stayed at the site and cooperated with the investigators. Emergency crews shut down the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. At this time, the Visalia PD Traffic Unit is leading the investigation. Officials do not suspect intoxication to be a factor in the incident. Those who witnessed the Demaree Street pedestrian crash can contact the Visalia Police Department at 559-713-4175. Operating a vehicle is a responsibility that should not be taken lightly. Maintain focus on the road and avoid distractions that could easily lead to dangerous collisions. By practicing safe driving habits, you can help keep yourself and others around you safe.
San Diego ignored law on documenting shelter conditions
San Diego, along with most of California, is ignoring a recent state law meant to make sure homeless shelters are clean and safe, per a new CalMatters investigation. Why it matters: Reports of unsafe shelters — from rodent infestations, flood risks, lack of heating and cooling, sewage problems and risk of sexual harassment — led state lawmakers in 2021 to create a new system to respond to complaints with inspections and file annual reports on shelter conditions.
2 arrested in California for shooting, killing man in North Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - North Las Vegas police accuse two men for the shooting and killing a man back in October 2023. Police said the deadly shooting happened on Saturday, Oct. 27 around 1:30 a.m. in the 4200 block of East Craig Road. When officers arrived, they found two men in their 20s suffering from gunshot wounds.
DOJ: Selma man sentenced to 2 years in prison for illegal firearms
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A 44-year-old Selma man was sentenced to prison time for engaging in the business of manufacturing and dealing firearms without a license, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced. Juan Banda Jr. was sentenced to two years in prison. According to court documents, between Feb. 1, 2022, and March 15, 2023, Banda and […]
Clovis Botanical Garden will celebrate its newest building
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Clovis Botanical Garden will be officially unveiling its new visitors center with a ceremony at the end of the month. The garden describes the event as a groundbreaking ceremony; the visitor center building, designed by Art Dyson, is currently in the planning stage. The ceremony will be on Wednesday, July […]
Costco building 800 apartments with rooftop pool next to new store as chain breaks into housing sector for 1st time ever
COSTCO has announced groundbreaking plans to create its own apartment complex for the first ever time. The discount chain will attempt to break into the Los Angeles market in an attempt to offer people an alternative in the housing crisis. This will be a new product launch for the retailer...
Spice World celebrates 75th anniversary with big donation and volunteer day
COALINGA, Calif (FOX26) — The nation's largest garlic company is turning 75 and to celebrate is giving back to the community in a big way. Spice World which has offices in Coalinga had its employees volunteer Wednesday at the Central California Food Bank and helped prepare food packs for residents of the Coalinga area.
Sanger boys win national volleyball title
SANGER – In the Central Valley, boys volleyball does not garner the same attention as the other sports. A few schools do offer the program, including Sanger High School which had a successful campaign this past spring with a second-place finish in the Central Valley. While the season ended,...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 7.18.24
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:. Marc LeForestier, of Sacramento, has been appointed General Counsel at the Department of Cannabis Control. LeForestier has been General Counsel at the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office since 2017. He was a Supervising Deputy Attorney General in the Government Law Section at the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General from 2013 to 2017 and served in several roles there from 2000 to 2013, including Supervising Deputy Attorney General, Director of Legislative Affairs and Deputy Attorney General. He is a member of the California State Bar, Public Law Section. LeForestier earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Toronto and a Juris Doctor degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $204,996. LeForestier is registered without party preference.
Mid-State Fair announces winners of 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair pageant
The California Mid-State Fair has crowned Megan Pagnini of Paso Robles the 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair Queen and Miss Congeniality. The post Mid-State Fair announces winners of 2024 Miss California Mid-State Fair pageant appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
California has one of the lowest rates of low-wage workers
Nearly 16% of California workers earn less than $17 an hour — among the lowest rates in the country — per new data from Oxfam, a global, nonprofit advocacy group for income equality. Why it matters: The state has long been a leader in raising minimum wages, helping...
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