NEW YORK (AP) — Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless stylist whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” graced a decadeslong career that brought him admirers from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga, died Friday. He was 96, just two weeks short…… MORE
USDA Accepts New Round Of CRP Acres
The USDA is accepting offers for nearly 2.7 million acres from agricultural producers and private landowners in this year’s Grassland Conservation Reserve Program signup. The program received a record-setting signup of 4.6 million acres in offers. The working lands program allows producers and landowners to continue grazing and haying practices while protecting grasslands and furthering…… MORE
Fresno Pet Adoption Fees Waived This Weekend
FRESNO, CA- Due to the overcrowding of cats and dogs, the Fresno Animal Center will be offering FREE pet adoptions all weekend long. The center’s kennels are full, and we need the community’s help to find these pets a loving home. All adoptions include spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, and flea and tick treatment. The adoption fees will…… MORE
The Wait Is Over As Powerball Finally Has A Winner For Its Estimated $1 Billion Jackpot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A winning ticket has been sold in California for the Powerball jackpot worth an estimated $1.08 billion, the sixth largest in U.S. history and the third largest in the history of the game. The winning numbers for Wednesday night’s drawing were: white balls 7, 10, 11, 13, 24 and red Powerball…… MORE
Traffic Stop On Interstate 5 Uncovers Over 100 Stolen Catalytic Converters, Two Arrested
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A traffic stop on Interstate 5 in Kern County leads to the discovery of over 100 stolen catalytic converters. The California Highway Patrol said officers made the discovery on July 18, at around 12:40 a.m. on southbound Interstate 5, north of Taft Highway. According to CHP, officers saw catalytic converters in…… MORE
California State University Campuses Mishandled Sexual Harassment Allegations, Audit Finds
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A flawed policy at California State University, the largest higher education system in the country, contributed to the closure of nearly a dozen sexual harassment cases without thorough explanation, according to a state audit reviewing 40 cases over the span of seven years. The audit, released Tuesday, examined allegations of harassment…… MORE
California Canning Peach Industry Research
California Farm Bureau says the rising cost of labor and a shortage of skilled workers to hand-pick fruit, has lead California canning peach growers to turn to science for help. Researchers are creating new varieties which are firm and flavorful, which could lead to widespread adoption of mechanical picking. A UC Davis geneticist says new…… MORE
SEIU In-House Caregivers Hold Awareness Rally in Fresno
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno-based in-home care providers hold a rally in downtown Fresno on Tuesday. SEIU 2015, California’s largest labor union, represents nearly 450,000 long-term care workers (home care, skilled nursing facility, and assisted living center workers). Fresno-based in-home caregivers, representatives from SEIU 2015, SEIU 521, SEIU 1000, SEIU UHW, and the Fresno Central…… MORE
Actors And Writers On Strike Are United And Determined In The Face Of A Long Summer Standoff
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Solidarity and stamina were picket-line themes Monday as striking screenwriters and actors in New York and Los Angeles braced for a long, hot summer standoff with studios. Picketers emphasized unity between writers, who have been on the lines for more than two months, and performers, who are only on Day 2…… MORE
Lawmakers Introduce Women in Agriculture Bill
The Women in Agriculture Act would establish a research priority for agriculture machinery and equipment designed to be used by women, and create a funding set aside for childcare facilities in rural areas. The bill also creates a Women Farmers and Ranchers Liaison position at the Department of Agriculture. Although the number of women in…… MORE
