MEXICO CITY (AP) — Tropical Storm Hilary strengthened into a hurricane early Thursday off Mexico’s Pacific coast and could become a major hurricane as it heads north over the ocean. The U.S. National Hurricane Center said Hilary’s strength was rapidly intensifying. It had maximum winds of 85 mph (140 kph) and is expected to cause…… MORE
Ex-Anaheim Mayor To Plead Guilty In Federal Corruption Case Over Angel Stadium Sale
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — The former mayor of the Southern California city of Anaheim agreed Wednesday to plead guilty to obstructing an FBI corruption investigation into the $150 million sale of Angel Stadium to the owner of the Major League Baseball team, federal prosecutors announced. Harish “Harry” Singh Sidhu acknowledged in a plea agreement…… MORE
Registered Sex Offender Accused Of Peeping In Windows Arrested In Lindsay
LINDSAY, Calif. (KMJ) — A registered sex offender was arrested early Wednesday morning after police say he was accused of peeping in windows in Lindsay. The Lindsay Police Department responded to the report of a man looking into a 17-year-old girl’s bedroom window while she was changing. It happened around 2:30 a.m. in the area…… MORE
Fertilizer Prices Continue Decline
Fertilizer prices have continued their more than year-long decline through the first two weeks of August. The University of Illinois’ FarmdocDAILY website shows that on a per pound of nitrogen basis, urea and liquid nitrogen fertilizers have historically been priced at a premium of 35 to 40% above anhydrous ammonia. However, the premium narrowed in…… MORE
Ex-Sgt. Arraigned on Assault Charges, Merced Sheriff’s Office Releases Body-Cam Video
MERCED, CA (KMJ) – In Merced Superior Court, a former Merced County Sheriff’s Sergeant was arraigned on Wednesday, for allegedly assaulting a man suspected of drunk driving. The Merced County District Attorney’s Office filed charges against 42-year-old Dustin Witt, for Assault by a Public Officer, Assault Likely to Cause Great Bodily Injury, and an enhancement…… MORE
Black Bear Becomes Unlikely Hiker At Yosemite’s Half Dome
YOSEMITE, Calif. (KMJ) — Hikers heading up to Half Dome might not be alone on the trail as of late. According to Yosemite National Park, recent evidence has indicated that a black bear has made its way to the top of Half Dome. “Yosemite bears are excellent climbers and can easily tackle the 46-degree angle…… MORE
Man Accused Of Possession And Distribution Of Child Porn Arrested In Hanford
HANFORD, Calif. (KMJ) — The Hanford Police Department announced the arrest of a man last month who is accused of possession and distribution of child pornography. The investigation began in October of 2022 when the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) contacted the police department with a cyber tip about somebody in Hanford…… MORE
Plant Based Meat Sales Declining
Shoppers remain interested in plant-based meat alternatives, but higher prices have led many potential return consumers to taper off their purchases. Plant-based meats are often several dollars a pound higher than equivalent meat and poultry products. Besides cost, lingering negative perceptions surrounding taste, value and versatility are also obstacles the category has yet to overcome.…… MORE
City of Fresno Shows Drop in Unhoused Population, Expands Mobile Shower Services
FRESNO, CA – Mayor Jerry Dyer is happy to announce that the City of Fresno is expanding its mobile shower services for our unhoused residents. Starting Tuesday, August 15, 2023, a second mobile shower unit is now active and providing the unhoused community with free showers and restroom services. The shower units are funded by…… MORE
Madera South High School Students to Unveil Little Libraries Districtwide
MADERA, CA. — Madera South High School (MSHS) Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students are taking the initiative to add Little Libraries to elementary schools across Madera Unified. The first Little Library will be unveiled this Thursday at Alpha Elementary School. These Little Libraries are an excellent resource for young readers to…… MORE
