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1 dead in collision near Coalinga

At least one person has died in a collision between a mini-van and a coupe Tuesday morning near Coalinga, the California Highway Patrol said.

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Las Vegas casino hosts fundraiser for California senator on eve of key vote

A Las Vegas casino that stands to make millions if the California Legislature approves a gambling compact for a Highway 99 Indian casino is hosting a fundraiser this weekend for a state senator who is about to vote on the deal.

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With Vogelsong out, Grizzlies' Pill, Rosario called up to Giants

A day after Ryan Vogelsong broke a finger on his pitching hand, the Giants made a couple of moves to get through the days ahead.

Man arrested in Fresno after threatening to kill girlfriend in front of children

A man who threatened to kill his girlfriend in front of two children is in custody after a tense overnight standoff in central Fresno.

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Announcement of Fresno State successor to Welty unlikely today

A selection for the next president of Fresno State is unlikely to emerge during California State University Board of Trustees meetings here Tuesday, CSU officials said.

Meth found in woman's diaper bag, Tulare Co. deputies say

A 33-year-old Tulare County woman was arrested Monday after Tulare County deputies found two pounds of methamphetamine in a diaper bag, a spokeswoman for the department said.

Girl, 9, hit by pickup in Hanford

A 9-year-old girl riding her scooter was struck by a slow-moving pickup while crossing a Hanford street Saturday afternoon, police said.

Fresno police seek suspect in crash that injured toddler

Police are searching for a 26-year-old man in connection with a May 14 crash into a southeast Fresno apartment that injured a 2-year-old child.

Cold front to bring mid-April temperatures to Valley

A dry cold front heading through the Central Coast Tuesday night will mean a cool down in the Valley, the National Weather Service says.

Cutler, Orosi schools awarded USDA nutrition gold, silver

Seven schools in Cutler and Orosi have been recognized by the federal government for promoting nutrition, nutrition education and physical activity for students.

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Paramount Citrus, Sun Pacific end long 'Cuties' partnership

Paramount Citrus, one of the state's leading suppliers of fruit sold under the Cuties brand, is changing the name of its easy-peeling fruit.

Rock climber dies in fall on Yosemite's El Capitan

A Montana rock climber died Sunday afternoon while attempting to ascend El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, park officials said.

Fresno police: Suspects mistakenly dial 911 during crime

Two Fresno men were in custody on Monday after accidentally dialing 911 on a cellphone before breaking into a car, authorities said.

Fresno man sentenced to prison for bilking investors of $3.3 million

Joseph Randall Medcalf was sentenced Monday to six and a half years in federal prison for defrauding clients of more than $3.3 million. But for many of his victims, no time behind bars would have been long enough.

Yosemite Lakes fire contained at 91 acres

A 91-acre fire near Yosemite Lakes in Madera County was contained Monday afternoon after destroying one home, Cal Fire Capt. Sean Bowe said.

Fresno police seek help to find slaying suspect

Fresno police are asking for help to find the man wanted for the stabbing death of his roommate at a Fresno motel west of Highway 99 on Sunday night.

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Winery fire near Reedley prompts evacuations

Alcohol tanks at O'Neill Vintners and Distillers, west of Reedley, caught on fire Monday afternoon, sending black smoke into the sky and prompting the evacuation of a nearby school, a Cal Fire spokesman said late Monday afternoon.

State Senate District 16 election today

Voting in state Senate District 16 to replace Michael Rubio is underway Tuesday.

Tulare County teacher gets prison for sex with student

A former Tulare County teacher was sentenced Monday to a year in jail for unlawful sex with a minor.

Teen thief snatches iPhone, iPad from woman at Fresno Starbucks

A thief snatched an iPad and an iPhone from a woman sitting in a Starbucks shop Monday afternoon in northeast Fresno, police said.

1 person shot in Orosi Sunday night

Tulare County Sheriff's detectives are investigating a shooting that took place Sunday night in Orosi.

California Senate approves bill to regulate medical pot shops

The California Senate passed a bill Monday that would shield pot shops following state guidelines for dispensing medical marijuana from prosecution for marijuana possession or sale.

Fresno Regional Foundation grant webinar Tuesday

The Fresno Regional Foundation is seeking organizations to apply for $500,000 in grants to prevent teen pregnancies and promote human services.

Report: NPS hantavirus response followed policy

Federal investigators probing the hantavirus outbreak blamed for three deaths at Yosemite National Park recommended on Monday that design changes to tent cabins and other privately run lodging first be reviewed by National Park Service officials.

Man fatally stabbed at Fresno motel; police seek help finding suspect

Fresno police are asking for help to find the man wanted for the stabbing death of his roommate at a Fresno motel west of Highway 99 on Sunday night.

Highway 168 closed for an hour by woman threatening to jump

A section of Highway 168 in Clovis was closed for about an hour Sunday evening because a woman was threatening to jump from the Willow Avenue overpass, Clovis police said.

Fresno police shoot at fleeing gang member

A Fresno police officer shot at a gang member as he ran from officers in southwest Fresno on Saturday night, said Lt. Mark Salazar.

Madera man hit by car, shot by gang rivals

A Madera man ran five city blocks trying to flee from rival gang members before being hit by a car and shot in the foot on Sunday near 4th Street and Gateway Drive, police said.

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Fresno Sunrise Rotary Club donates iPads to Rata High

The Fresno Sunrise Rotary Club donated $3,600 worth of iPads to the teachers at Rata High School. Teachers received their iPads in a ceremony Monday morning.

Wildfire in Yosemite Lakes destroys one home

Firefighters are battling a 91-acre wildfire that burned one home and threatened other structures in Yosemite Lakes on Sunday afternoon.

Suspect sought in stabbing of Strathmore restaurant worker

The Tulare County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man wanted on suspicion of stabbing a restaurant worker in Strathmore on Sunday morning.

Hwy 99 crash near Traver kills Tulare woman; child, 3, survives

A 25-year-old Tulare woman is dead but her 3-year-old passenger is uninjured after she drove her car off Highway 99, north of Traver, early Saturday morning, the California Highway Patrol said.

2-alarm fire doused at central Fresno tortilla factory

A two-alarm commercial fire at La Tapatia Tortilleria in central Fresno late Sunday morning was contained quickly by Fresno firefighters, limiting the damage to less than $1,000, the Fresno Fire Department said.

Car submerged in Fancher Creek east of Fresno was empty

A car reported underwater in Fancher Creek east of Fresno late Sunday morning was empty and could have been stolen before it ended up in the water, the California Highway Patrol said.

Highway 33 east of Coalinga reopens after crash

(strong>2:34 p.m.: Highway 33 just east of Coalinga has reopened to traffic, Caltrans reported.

Porterville pot chef busted by police

A Porterville man was arrested Friday afternoon for cooking pot in his backyard after police officers were dispatched to his home on the 1100 block of West Bellaire Avenue.

Visalia police officer wounded in shootout released from hospital

A Visalia police officer wounded in a shootout was released from the hospital Saturday, Police Chief Colleen Mestas said.

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Stevens rides Oxbow to 3rd Preakness win

Although no one really keeps track of such things, Gary Stevens had no problem making the assessment with complete conviction.

Family, friends cheer Fresno State graduates at commencement

Family and friends of Fresno State graduates enthusiastically packed the Save Mart Center on Saturday morning for the university's 102nd commencement, the last graduation for retiring President John Welty.

Homeless person injured in southwest Fresno house fire

A homeless person staying in a vacant southwest Fresno house sustained smoke inhalation and minor burns in a fire early Saturday caused when a candle was placed too close to combustible materials, the Fire Department said.

Die by the sword: Suspect killed in Firebaugh home invasion

A suspect in a home-invasion robbery in Firebaugh was killed by a sword-wielding resident early Saturday, the Fresno County Sheriff's Office said.

Marion Kremen's assets go to Fresno State, San Joaquin Gardens

Fresno State donor Marion Kremen collected expensive books and jewelry, but also accumulated large amounts of slacks, blouses, shoes, scarves, towels, bed sheets and coffee mugs in her lifetime.

Judge keeps lid on report about Madera County district attorney

A judge has ruled that a report detailing how Madera County District Attorney Michael Keitz interacts with staff must stay under wraps.

Robbery suspect arrested after high-speed chase from Fresno to Tulare County

A federal parolee wanted in connection with an armed robbery of a Bay Area bank was arrested Thursday evening after leading law-enforcement officers on a high-speed chase that started in central Fresno and ended in Tulare County.

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Coffee run led to hatchet hitchhiker Kai's arrest

Two cups of coffee ended life on the run for the Internet sensation known as Kai the hatchet-wielding hitchhiker, who was arrested in the beating death of a New Jersey lawyer three times his age.

Firefighters battling grass fires near Clovis, Auberry

Fresno County firefighters have contained one grass fire east of Clovis and are working on another that broke out Friday afternoon near Auberry.

Clovis Unified activates phase 1 of solar power system

Clovis Unified flipped the switch Friday on phase 1 of its new 5.9-megawatt solar power system. The district's system, the largest school solar project in the Central Valley, is expected to save the district as much as $2.7 million annually.

Overturned big rig blocks part of Highway 152 at Interstate 5

An overturned big rig is blocking the left lane and partly blocking the right lane of eastbound Highway 152 at Interstate 5, the California Highway Patrol reports.

Fresno State star Phillip Thomas signs with Washington Redskins

The Washington Redskins signed second-round draft pick David Amerson and fourth-round choice Phillip Thomas on Friday, leaving one of their seven selections without a rookie deal: Florida tight end Jordan Reed.

Visalia police chief sees violent trend

The mood at the Police Department "is a lot better today," Mestas said at a news conference Friday. But, she said, the shootout spotlighted that "assaults on officers are up."

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