Cumulus-Fresno 2021 EEO Public File Report… MORE
Right to Repair Update
The National Farmers Union is praising the Federal Trade Commission’s 5-0 vote to adopt a policy statement to ramp up law enforcement against repair restrictions on equipment. Those restrictions prevent small businesses, workers, consumers, and government entities from fixing their products. “Farmers are among the most affected by such restrictions; currently, farm equipment manufacturers…… MORE
Kern County SWAT Deputy Killed In Wasco Shootout
(Photo courtesy: Kern County 999 Foundation) (KMJ) – The Kern County 999 Foundation has identified the Kern County Sheriff’s SWAT Deputy killed in a shootout Sunday afternoon in Wasco. It took to its Facebook page to write: The Kern County 999 Foundation family would like to express our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and…… MORE
Thieves Stealing Water Amid California’s Extreme Drought
As an extreme drought grips California, making water increasingly scarce, thieves are making off with billions of gallons of the precious resource, tapping into fire hydrants, rivers, and even small family homes and farms. State and local officials say water theft is a long running-issue, but the intensifying drought has driven the thefts to record…… MORE
Serial Killer Rodney Alcala Dies at Corcoran Prison
Death-row inmate Rodney James Alcala, also known as the “Dating Game Killer,” died Saturday of natural causes at Corcoran Prison hospital, according to a press release from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. He was 77 years old. Alcala, who earned his nickname due to a 1978 appearance on the television show “The Dating Game,”…… MORE
Kings County Sees 84% Increase in Weekly COVID-19 Cases
Hanford, CA (KMJ) — The Kings County Department of Public Health (KCDPH) is reporting an 84% increase in weekly COVID-19 cases. 112 new cases were reported last week and a projected 300 next week. KCDH is recommending all businesses and citizens take necessary measures to protect themselves and others from the continued transmission of the…… MORE
Vilsack Defends Farmworker Changes
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack discussed proposed migrant farmworker programs during a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The hearing was set to talk about an earned pathway to citizenship for migrant farmworkers. Roll Call Dot Com says several Republicans on the committee said they won’t support such legislation without first improving security on the…… MORE
University of California Regents Approve Rare Tuition Hike
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — University of California regents on Thursday approved a multiyear plan to raise tuition and fees at the system’s 10 campuses. The proposed increase is the first since 2017 and had been criticized by opponents as a “forever hike.” University officials say the increase is needed to maintain the quality of…… MORE
Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge
The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is accepting online applications for the 2022 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge through August 20th. The national business competition showcases U.S. startup companies that are providing innovative solutions to either traditional or new and emerging challenges faced by America’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities.…… MORE
Radio host Larry Elder wins lawsuit over California ballot
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (AP) – UPDATE: Judge orders California to include Larry Elder on the ballot in the California recall election. The judge said tax returns were never required in the first place for a recall as opposed to a primary election. http:// Victory! My next one will be on Sept. 14 at…… MORE
