Brooke Rollins won confirmation as the new Secretary of Agriculture by a 72-28 Senate vote. She also becomes only the second woman to lead the agency. The 52-year-old Texan was Trump’s domestic policy chief in his first term and recently headed a Trump-aligned think tank. Rollins recently said she hopes to see an ag trade deficit turn…… MORE
Mindy Casto Named New Fresno Police Chief, First Female Chief in FPD History
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Interim Police Chief Mindy Casto has been named the new chief of the Fresno Police Department. The announcement was made during a press conference Thursday morning with mayor Jerry Dyer and city manager Georgeanne White. Casto had been in an interim role since June 13, after serving as a deputy chief. …… MORE
Fresno Unified Ending Designated Schools Program, Fresno Teachers Association Pushes Back
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Carrying signs and filled with emotion and determination, dozens of Fresno Unified School District teachers descended on the School District building to have their voices heard over a decision to end the Designated Schools Program. The Fresno Teacher Association said the district did not get input from educators or the community…… MORE
Upcoming Large-scale U.S. Air Force Training Could Fly Over Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/FSN) — Some residents in Fresno and Clovis may notice more noise overhead this week. The U.S. Air Force Warfare Center is conducting a large-scale exercise through Friday. Over 150 aircraft are scheduled to take off from 15 different Southern California locations twice daily. Several may also be landing and taking off from…… MORE
California Republican Lawmakers Stand with Trump to Investigate High Speed Rail
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, February 13, 2025 California Republican Lawmakers Stand with President Trump to Investigate High Speed Rail Project Following a scathing report by the High-Speed Rail Office of the Inspector General, Republican lawmakers sent a letter to President Trump encouraging him to examine the viability of the project and hold the High Speed…… MORE
Another Agriculture Group Takes Issue with Dietary Guidelines Report
The National Chicken Council is urging the Department of Health and Human Services to reject recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee emphasizing plant-based proteins over lean meats like chicken. Among the recommendations that the NCC took issue with was the emphasis on eating beans, peas, and lentils as optimal protein sources above chicken. There…… MORE
The Ag Center Commodity Report for Thursday, February 13
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Fresno Mission Opens Up New Housing Center
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — With colorful décor, spacious rooms, and a brand-new soccer field, Fresno Mission’s Family Center is officially open. “It doesn’t look like any other shelter in the entire country,” Fresno Mission CEO Matthew Dildine said. The City Center, located on Dakota Avenue near Blackstone Avenue, is the first of its kind in the…… MORE
Joann Fabric Store in Fresno’s River Park to Close
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Joann Fabrics is closing hundreds of stores, including the one located in Fresno’s River Park. It’s among the 500 locations across all 50 states that will shut down — leaving only 300 stores nationwide. It comes as the company navigates the bankruptcy process. A closing date has not been released, but documents…… MORE
Registration for MUSD Teacher Job Fair Now Open
MADERA, CA. – Madera Unified School District (MUSD) is now accepting registrations for its annual Teacher Job Fair until March 9. The job fair will take place on Saturday, March 22, at the district’s central office located at 1902 Howard Road, Madera. MUSD is looking to hire 40 dedicated teachers for elementary and secondary positions. …… MORE
