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Officials Release Cause Of Harvard Fire Near Jamestown
Jamestown, CA — On Sunday afternoon a fire was contained in the area of High School Road and Highway 108 in Jamestown. It ignited at around 2:25 pm and the forward progress was stopped at 1.5 acres. It was named the Harvard Fire. The Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office notes...
Measure P chaos. With $8.6 million for the arts at stake, Fresno commission considers starting over
The Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission could settle a debate Monday night about whether to move forward with Measure P arts grant recommendations – and answer an $8.6 million question that’s left some local nonprofits in the lurch. The nine-member commission is in charge of approving funding...
In Wildfire Prone Community, Many Residents Have A Reason To Stay
Here are the morning’s top stories on Monday, July 15, 2024…. As a fast-moving fire broke out over the hills near the town of Mariposa earlier this month, residents rushed out of their homes. The French Fire started on the Fourth of July, and was the latest fire to hit so close to the town. For residents, fire is becoming a part of life.
Accused Fresno arsonist arrested, according to Fresno Fire
FRESNO, Calif (FOX26) — Last week Law Enforcement Officers with the Fresno Metropolitan Area Retail Theft Task Force contacted 32-year-old Ramona Sigala Leal on suspicion of petty theft. During identification, Leal was found to have an active warrant for arson. According to Fresno Fire, Leal was taken into custody...
Son uses broken dish to attack father in southeast Fresno, police say
A father is getting medical care after being stabbed by his son in southeast Fresno.Police responded to the family disturbance Saturday night on Whitney and Butler Avenues.Investigators say the son was upset and attacked his father with a broken dish.The father was stabbed multiple times and was rushed to the hospital.His current condition has not been released.
Man dead after two-vehicle crash outside Porterville
PORTERVILLE, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – One man is dead following a crash involving an SUV and a big rig trailer outside Porterville on Monday, in the area of Highway 190 and Road 208, according to CHP officials. Officers say their investigation indicates an unidentified 49-year-old man driving a 2013 GMC Terrain south on Road 208 approached […]
Mom sells homegrown watermelons to fund son's cancer treatment
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — A Fresno mom is trying to pay her son’s medical bills by selling watermelons that she grows herself. "My family means everything to me," said Paula Jackson. "If we stick together, there's nothing we don't need. There's nothing we won't have that we want. Because if we're working together, we've all we got right here."
Players Seek to Enforce Original Arbitration Rules in Sega Petition
Numerous players of computer games produced by Sega of America are seeking a court order directing the entertainment giant to adhere to the terms of a 2021 agreement when arbitrating their claims that the targeting of their age and gender groups with ads during play violates California law.
Tripepi Smith launches new media training curriculum at the California JPIA Elected Officials Summit
Speaking to the media—especially in a live, on-air situation—can be daunting for both new and seasoned municipal leaders and elected officials. Bright lights in their face, a microphone capturing every word, and a camera capturing every facial expression can make them seize up or panic. To help elected...
In Depth: New Laws, Supreme Court Homeless Issue
LOS ANGELES - In segment one, Troy Vaughn, the CEO of the Los Angeles Mission, joins Hal to talk about the recent Supreme Court ruling in Grants Pass v. Johnson, which some fear could criminalize homelessness nationwide. Vaughn also discusses his history of living on the streets himself, and how...
A message from Clovis City Manager, John Holt
July 15, 2024 – Over the course of the past several months, I have worked with our Police and Fire Chiefs to share information with you, our Clovis residents, on the budget and the challenges the city is facing to continue to provide the level of service you have become accustomed to.
Allstate looks to raise homeowners' insurance rates by 34.1% on average
SAN DIEGO — Allstate is looking to raise rates on homeowners insurance in California by an average of 34.1%. Right now, the Department of Insurance is reviewing their request. If approved, it would be the largest rate increase so far this year and impact more than 350,000 policyholders. "It...
California ports to get major technology upgrades
The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development is funding 10 technology projects at some of the nations busiest containerized import stations. The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development on Thursday announced it will award $27 million to support data system development and interoperability across five ports that handle 40% of all of the United States’ containerized imports.
Feds fine bank $20M for illegal car insurance practices
Fifth Third Bank just agreed to pay a $20 million fine to settle charges it forced car buyers to purchase unnecessary insurance and created fake accounts in customers’ names. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said the bank required customers with car loans to buy insurance, even if they already...
EA Sports College Football 25: Nine High Desert athletes featured. Here are their ratings
It’s been a long time coming — more than a decade to be exact — but at last college football fans can rejoice as they can now build a program into the next great dynasty or create the next star to win the Heisman Trophy. EA Sports...
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