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Two men found dead in Northern California river on Fourth of July, officials say
(FOX40.COM) — Two men died from drowning on Thursday after their bodies were found in a river in Northern California, according to the Nevada County Consolidated Fire Department. The agency said that around 1:30 p.m., they were called to Highway 49 and the Yuba River along with the California Highway Patrol’s Air Operations team for […]
Record-Breaking Heat this Independence Day in the Central Valley
FRESNO, Calif. (KGPE) – High temperatures soared across the Valley today to be near 110°. For a couple of Valley locations, record-high temperatures were tied or broken. Here’s a look at the July 4 record high temperatures before today. Going into July 4, the record high in Fresno was 112 degrees. In Madera, the record […]
Northern California police arrest man with illegal fireworks days after charging him with six-figure fine
(FOX40.COM) — A 31-year-old Northern California resident was arrested on Wednesday afternoon after police discovered him in possession of over 100 pounds of illegal fireworks. The arrest comes a few days after Woodland Police announced the discovery of 120 illegal firework mortars after executing a search warrant at two separate homes in the city. The […]
‘Lost too many friends’: How a Visalia veteran is helping her fellow veterans
VISALIA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A Navy veteran from Visalia received the Rusty Baggett Peer Leader Award from the Wounded Warrior Project for helping her fellow veterans take control of their lives – just as she did. Ysabel Cardona, or Ysa as she’s known to everyone around her, served as an Operations Specialist in the United […]
Gov. Gavin Newsom, Marshawn Lynch launch new podcast called 'Politic-kin'
Governor Gavin Newsom and former Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch are joining forces for a new weekly podcast called "Politic-kin."Doug Hendrickson, Lynch's agent and a longtime friend of Newsom, will join them.The podcast's description says, "Gavin Newsom like you've never heard him and Marshawn Lynch exactly how you'd expect him.""Politic-kin" debuts July 15 on iHeartPodcasts.California Governor Gavin Newsom, Super Bowl champion Marshawn “Beast Mode” Lynch, and agent Doug Hendrickson are joining forces for a new weekly podcast callled “Politickin” that will be available on iHeartPodcasts.Newsom and Hendrickson have been friends since the ‘90s.…— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 3, 2024 If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
Newsom pulls California crime ballot measure a day after touting it as ‘critical step’
California Democrats were set to vote Wednesday on an anti-crime measure that Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) hoped would combat a Republican-backed one that will be on the ballot in the state this fall, but Democrats reversed course at the last second, halting the effort. Newsom held up his proposed ballot measure as a “critical step”…
Jodi House Will Use $825,000 State Grant to Enhance Services
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) on June 21 announced its intent to award Jodi House an $825,000 grant to provide support services that improve the quality of life for individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Jodi House is one of only seven awardees statewide to receive this grant funding...
Pacific Gas & Electric says grid holding stable so far
It’s an all hands on deck approach to the current heatwave in California; and that includes PG&E. On Wednesday, the utility giant provided a briefing from its emergency operations center in Vacaville. PG&E Meteorologist Scott Strenfel said the extreme heat smothering California could set new temperature records. "What we're...
PG&E calls off public safety power cuts to Fresno County
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – PG&E customers in Fresno County were set to be impacted by intentional power cuts on Friday and Saturday, but PG&E has since called off the warning. PG&E published a warning on Thursday saying that Public Safety Power Shutoffs may be enacted in Fresno County on Friday and Saturday. The utility adds […]
Merced woman to advocate for veteran families as 2024 Dole Caregiver Fellow
A Merced woman is taking action to address the challenges faced by caregivers of our nation's veterans.Behind our country's heroes are hidden heroes. These are the spouses, the parents and the children who care for those injured during service."For those who aren't visually injured, but it may seem like everything is okay, everything is normal and they're just moving on with their day. There are a lot of invisible wounds that come at the after-effects of war," explained Karla Seijas.Seijas cares for her husband, Gustavo Escobar, who was diagnosed with PTSD following his time in Iraq.According to Seijas, being a...
Staying safe on the water during the 4th of July
Dozens of people were at Reedley Beach on Thursday afternoon. It was all in celebration of the 4th of July holiday."Go down the river and make our way back down here, we're gonna go tubing," said Reedley resident Arianna Yanez.It's the first time Yanez and her friend, Asia Baylas, tubed down the King's River.They were equipped for whatever troubles the water might bring."Having an extra tube with us so that if one of our pops, you know there's a lot of greenery on the side, that we can go over to that one and have that as an option," said...
Playhouse Merced in financial crisis
Nearly a month after Playhouse Merced parted ways with its artistic director, members of the Board of Directors revealed the nonprofit organization is running out of money, and the upcoming 30th show season at the popular downtown venue is in doubt. During a well-attended public meeting on June 26, the...
Kingsburg Nursing and Rehabilitation Center out of power after electrical hazard
KINGSBURG, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A nursing and rehabilitation center in Kingsburg was out of power following an electrical hazard at the facility, Cal Fire said on Thursday. Cal Fire was assisting the Kingsburg City Fire Department with an electrical hazard that they say resulted in a loss of power at the Kingsburg Nursing and Rehabilitation […]
Grand Jury report finds Merced City School District violated state law
The Merced County Grand Jury has released its latest report, which is highly critical of the Merced City School District.The investigation began after the grand jury received complaints about the current Board and District administration.The allegations included sexual misconduct, harassment, and bullying in the workplace - as well as Brown Act Violations.In 2023, trustees hired and then fired a firm to search for a new superintendent.The firm's report, which included criticism from the community, was leaked, but the board denied ever receiving it.The grand jury says there's evidence that some board members saw the report and communicated about it via...
Program offering financial help for repairing AC systems in vehicles
With the sizzling temperatures right now, your car's air conditioning system may need some work.The Car Care Council recently introduced a new program for much of the Central Valley.The program, which is currently in soft launch, aims to offer financial assistance for repairing faulty or leaking AC systems in cars and light-duty trucks.The rebate initiative covers 80% of repair costs up to $1,875.Diagnostic fees are also fully covered if you move forward with eligible repairs.Experts say leaking AC systems not only make your drive uncomfortable, but also contributes to poor air quality and an increase in asthma rates.The program is available to residents in Fresno, Merced, Madera, Visalia and Hanford.The nonprofit group is expected to release more information about the program for the general public launch on July 18th.For more information and to see if you pre-qualify, click here.
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