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Councilmember Brandon Vang said the city’s policy needs reform.
Ex-Fresno leader defends contract spending after successor questions transparency
Councilmember Brandon Vang said the city’s policy needs reform.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Councilmember Brandon Vang said the city’s policy needs reform.
“The opening of the Rolex store at Palm and Nees sets a new benchmark for luxury retail in Fresno.”
Fresno’s Park Place has new stores. Rolex dealer, ‘truly healthy’ shake shop open
“The opening of the Rolex store at Palm and Nees sets a new benchmark for luxury retail in Fresno.”
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January 9, 2026 at 7:50 AM
“The opening of the Rolex store at Palm and Nees sets a new benchmark for luxury retail in Fresno.”
Some are also now operating as collectible stores, including carrying popular Pokémon products.
GameStop stores closing in Fresno area. Here’s where — and the ones still open
Some are also now operating as collectible stores, including carrying popular Pokémon products.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:40 AM
Some are also now operating as collectible stores, including carrying popular Pokémon products.
On Wednesday, the former Kansas City resident became known worldwide as the woman shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis.
ICE killing of Renee Good leaves son orphaned and former KC neighbors reeling
On Wednesday, the former Kansas City resident became known worldwide as the woman shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM
On Wednesday, the former Kansas City resident became known worldwide as the woman shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis.
A 47-year-old was booked into South County Detention in Porterville, CA, on charges including lewd acts with a minor and arranging meetings.
Man charged with sexual assault of 14-year-old who gave birth to his child, police say
A 47-year-old was booked into South County Detention in Porterville, CA, on charges including lewd acts with a minor and arranging meetings.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:20 AM
A 47-year-old was booked into South County Detention in Porterville, CA, on charges including lewd acts with a minor and arranging meetings.
Swalwell “will be a Governor who represents all of California,” The Merced Democrat said in a statement.
Rep. Adam Gray endorses Eric Swalwell for California governor
Swalwell “will be a Governor who represents all of California,” The Merced Democrat said in a statement.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:10 AM
Swalwell “will be a Governor who represents all of California,” The Merced Democrat said in a statement.
Here is a timeline of Save Mart’s leadership through the years.
The Save Mart Companies CEO retires. Who is managing operations now?
Here is a timeline of Save Mart’s leadership through the years.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:50 AM
Here is a timeline of Save Mart’s leadership through the years.
Erica Fox was reported missing while swimming in the ocean off Pacific Grove in late December.
Shark killed CA woman who was swimming in Monterey Bay, sheriff confirms
Erica Fox was reported missing while swimming in the ocean off Pacific Grove in late December.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:40 AM
Erica Fox was reported missing while swimming in the ocean off Pacific Grove in late December.
In a moment when politicians of both parties are accusing the others of being out-of-step with everyday people, Thursday was Newsom’s turn.
California Republicans react to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s final State of the State address
In a moment when politicians of both parties are accusing the others of being out-of-step with everyday people, Thursday was Newsom’s turn.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:30 AM
In a moment when politicians of both parties are accusing the others of being out-of-step with everyday people, Thursday was Newsom’s turn.
Protesters held signs that read “Justice for Renee Nicole Good” and “From Fresno to Minneapolis, Stop ICE terror.”
Hundreds march in Fresno to protest killing of Renee Good. ‘Stop ICE terror’
Protesters held signs that read “Justice for Renee Nicole Good” and “From Fresno to Minneapolis, Stop ICE terror.”
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January 9, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Protesters held signs that read “Justice for Renee Nicole Good” and “From Fresno to Minneapolis, Stop ICE terror.”
The incident happened around 7:15 p.m. Thursday.
KSEE 24 cameraman injured at downtown Fresno protest of ICE killing, police say
The incident happened around 7:15 p.m. Thursday.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:50 AM
The incident happened around 7:15 p.m. Thursday.
House votes to extend help for three years, but Senate is balking
Will California consumers see a health care premium price break soon?
House votes to extend help for three years, but Senate is balking
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January 9, 2026 at 5:20 AM
House votes to extend help for three years, but Senate is balking
There is simply no comprehensive state tally in 2025 to compare with 2024. Politicians tend to misuse some imperfect government data.
Newsom says California homelessness is down. Beware of his numbers | Opinion
There is simply no comprehensive state tally in 2025 to compare with 2024. Politicians tend to misuse some imperfect government data.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:50 AM
There is simply no comprehensive state tally in 2025 to compare with 2024. Politicians tend to misuse some imperfect government data.
The two-alarm fire was at 1331 N. Wishon Ave.
Reports of trapped occupants prompt rapid response to Tower District fire in Fresno
The two-alarm fire was at 1331 N. Wishon Ave.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:40 AM
The two-alarm fire was at 1331 N. Wishon Ave.
Exclusive: It’s the first known case under the city ordinance aimed at homeless camping to reach a jury verdict.
Fresno’s anti-camping law lost first jury trial before city made it easier to prosecute
Exclusive: It’s the first known case under the city ordinance aimed at homeless camping to reach a jury verdict.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Exclusive: It’s the first known case under the city ordinance aimed at homeless camping to reach a jury verdict.
“As soon as this ruling came forward ... my phone started ringing.”
Is open carry coming to Fresno after gun law change? What 2 county officials say
“As soon as this ruling came forward ... my phone started ringing.”
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January 9, 2026 at 4:20 AM
“As soon as this ruling came forward ... my phone started ringing.”
In his final State of the State, Newsom touted climate wins and warned that the U.S. is falling behind China in the clean energy race.
Newsom blasts Trump’s climate retreat while defending his own green agenda
In his final State of the State, Newsom touted climate wins and warned that the U.S. is falling behind China in the clean energy race.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:10 AM
In his final State of the State, Newsom touted climate wins and warned that the U.S. is falling behind China in the clean energy race.
The new guidelines flip the traditional food pyramid on its head.
New food pyramid encourages Americans to ‘eat real food’ like meat, dairy
The new guidelines flip the traditional food pyramid on its head.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:50 AM
The new guidelines flip the traditional food pyramid on its head.
One particularly tranquil spot came in very high on the survey of 30 towns in the Golden State.
3 SLO County towns make list of ‘most peaceful places to live’ in California
One particularly tranquil spot came in very high on the survey of 30 towns in the Golden State.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:40 AM
One particularly tranquil spot came in very high on the survey of 30 towns in the Golden State.
“This is Trump with no basis, with no facts,” Bonta said in announcing the lawsuit Thursday night.
California joins 4 states to sue Trump administration over frozen child care funds
“This is Trump with no basis, with no facts,” Bonta said in announcing the lawsuit Thursday night.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:30 AM
“This is Trump with no basis, with no facts,” Bonta said in announcing the lawsuit Thursday night.
In Gov. Gavin Newsom’s final State of the State address to the California Legislature, he highlights accomplishments, looks at challenges.
Read the complete text of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s State of the State address
In Gov. Gavin Newsom’s final State of the State address to the California Legislature, he highlights accomplishments, looks at challenges.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:20 AM
In Gov. Gavin Newsom’s final State of the State address to the California Legislature, he highlights accomplishments, looks at challenges.
The governor, who is termed out of office at end of the year, called the Golden State a “beacon.”
Gavin Newsom claims California as Trump counterweight in final State of the State
The governor, who is termed out of office at end of the year, called the Golden State a “beacon.”
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January 9, 2026 at 3:10 AM
The governor, who is termed out of office at end of the year, called the Golden State a “beacon.”
California and other western states have clarified their recommendations for childhood vaccination schedules in the wake of new guidelines.
Will new CDC childhood vaccine recommendations affect California schedules?
California and other western states have clarified their recommendations for childhood vaccination schedules in the wake of new guidelines.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:50 AM
California and other western states have clarified their recommendations for childhood vaccination schedules in the wake of new guidelines.
The governor made the comments during his State of the State address on Thursday.
Gavin Newsom calls for California to limit home buying by large investors
The governor made the comments during his State of the State address on Thursday.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:40 AM
The governor made the comments during his State of the State address on Thursday.
Looking for information on how to enroll in a Covered California health plan for 2026? Here’s what you need to know.
When is the open enrollment deadline for Covered California? Here’s what to know
Looking for information on how to enroll in a Covered California health plan for 2026? Here’s what you need to know.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:10 AM
Looking for information on how to enroll in a Covered California health plan for 2026? Here’s what you need to know.