House Speaker Nancy Pelosi characterized the more progressive wing of House Democrats led by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, as “like, five people” that do not represent all progressives, including herself — adding that freshmen Democrats “know that we have to hold the center.” Pelosi’s comments minimizing the influence of Ocasio-Cortez and other House…… MORE
Veterinary Shortage
The American Veterinary Association supports the re-introduction in Congress of the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act. It’s an important bill to the industry because if it’s passed, it will play a critical role in addressing shortages of food animal and public health veterinarians in rural and agricultural communities. “Veterinary shortages are one…… MORE
Calif. Bill Would Ban Hotel Shampoo Bottles
Those little shampoo bottles offered in hotel bathrooms, used once or twice and then usually tossed in the trash, could soon be a thing of the past in California. State lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban hotels from providing guests with small plastic bottles for soap, shampoo and conditioner. The proposed law, which…… MORE
Court Allows Return of Asylum Seekers to Mexico
SAN DIEGO (AP) – A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a judge’s order that would have stopped the Trump administration from returning asylum seekers to Mexico. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued a temporary stay Friday. A three-judge panel set a Tuesday deadline for civil liberties groups to submit arguments why the…… MORE
Fisher-Price Recalls Sleepers After More Than 30 Babies Died
NEW YORK (AP) – Fisher-Price is recalling nearly 5 million infant sleepers after more than 30 babies rolled over in them and died since the product was introduced in 2009. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says anyone who bought any models of the Fisher-Price Rock `n Play sleeper should stop using it right away…… MORE
Gov. Newsom Releases Wildfire Threat Report
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – Gov. Gavin Newsom has released a report aimed at addressing a host of wildfire problems. The 58-page report explores how California can keep its investor-owned utilities financially stable while ensuring customers get safe and affordable power. CLICK TO READ THE ENTIRE REPORT The recommendations include the creation of a state-run power…… MORE
Report: Trump Considered Sending Migrants to ‘Sanctuary Cities’
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House considered a plan to release detained immigrants into “sanctuary cities,” three people familiar with the idea confirmed Friday — a plan that critics branded as an effort to use migrants as pawns to go after political opponents. The idea of pressing immigration authorities to embrace the plan was discussed…… MORE
Cal Big Part of New Ag Census
The California Department of Food And Agriculture and the USDA say California is a major player in the new Census of Agriculture. Here are some highlights of the new census which uses data compiled from 2017. The top commodities were: fruits and nuts with $17.5 billion in farmgate value, vegetables with $8.2 billion, milk with…… MORE
DMV Seeks To Clarify Misinformation About Real ID Driver’s Licenses
FRESNO,CA (KMJ) – The DMV wants to clarify misinformation about the Real ID Driver’s Licenses. DMV Spokesperson Jaime Garza called KMJ to do damage control after he said some media outlets – not ours – got information wrong. “Hey, if you read something in the newspaper or you hear something, please give us a…… MORE
Hanford Kindergarten Teacher Arrested on Suspicion of Child Abuse
HANFORD, CA (KMJ) – A kindergarten teacher in Hanford is arrested on suspicion of child abuse. At around 8:00 Tuesday morning, the Hanford PD School Resource Officer Unit learned about the alleged abuse taking place at Lee Richmon School. Hanford Police said an underage victim allegedly sustained injuries through a teacher’s actions. An investigation was…… MORE
