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No REAL ID? It could cost you to go through TSA checkpoints under proposed rule
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- No REAL ID? It could cost you to go through TSA checkpoints under proposed rule
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- 2:53
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Airplane passengers without a REAL ID or passport could face an $18 fee under a new rule proposed by the Transportation Security Administration.
Under the proposed rule, set to be published in the Federal Register on Thursday, travelers without the required identification will have their identity verified on a new biometric kiosk system before they're permitted to pass through the checkpoint.
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- What's next now that Trump has signed bill releasing the Epstein files
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump has signed a bill to compel the Justice Department to make public its case files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a potentially far-reaching development in a yearslong push by survivors of Epstein's abuse for a public reckoning. Now that the bill has been signed by the president, there's a 30-day countdown for the Justice Department to produce the Epstein files.
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- Hospice caretaker steals over $55,000 from elderly Hanford man, police say
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- 1:32
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A South Valley woman, hired to care for a grieving widow, is accused of betraying his trust.
36-year-old Irais Angel is charged with forgery and elder abuse involving an 81-year-old man after helping take care of his sick wife.
Police say the years-long investigation involved bank security footage and records.
The man only identified as "Johnnie" is a decorated military veteran and still mourning the loss of his wife.
His credit union's policy does not allow the return of the stolen money.
Police are worried there may be other victims. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Hanford Police.
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- Man and woman found dead in apparent murder-suicide in Visalia identified
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The man and woman who were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide in Visalia have been identified. https://abc30.com/post/man-woman-found-dead-apparent-murder-suicide-visalia-identified/18165622/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube
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- "I Got Him": Visalia sexual assault survivor speaks out after breaking silence on ABC's 20/20
- Runtime
- 2:36
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- For decades, Central California has known her only as Jane Doe #1, a victim.
Full story: https://abc30.com/post/got-visalia-sexual-assault-survivor-speaks-breaking-silence-abcs-2020/18167063/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube
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- Teen suspect killed in chase and crash that hospitalized Tulare County deputy
- Runtime
- 3:28
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Debris and destruction are all that's left after the pursuit of a stolen car led to a deadly crash in Porterville, killing a 17-year-old suspect and injuring his 15-year-old passenger, along with a Tulare County sheriff's deputy.
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- Couple found dead in apparent murder-suicide in Visalia identified
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- 2:44
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A somber day in a Visalia neighborhood after a tragic weekend. Crime scene tape still sits in the front yard of a home on East La Vida Avenue and South Maple Street. It's where 34-year-old Stephanie and 57-year-old Edward Reynoso lived for years with their two young children.
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- 'Didn't deserve this': 22-year-old shot and killed at party in Fresno identified
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Fresno Police are pleading for the public's help, with a gunman on the loose after a deadly weekend shooting in central Fresno. Police responded to a report of a fight at an apartment complex near Ninth Street and Olive Avenue. Guests were sent out into a common area, and that's where the fight turned into gunfire, hitting two people.
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- Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump said House Republicans should vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal as a growing number of those in his own party supported it.
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- FAA lifts restrictions on commercial flights imposed during shutdown
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Federal Aviation Administration said Sunday it is lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed at 40 major airports during the country's longest government shutdown. Airlines resumed their regular flight schedules as of 6 a.m. EST on Monday, the agency said.
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- Madera jewelry store owner opens fire on group of masked robbers
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Surveillance video captured the tense moments as a group of masked robbers broke into a Madera jewelry store, leading to its owner opening fire.
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- Central Valley communities still seek relief as government reopens
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- 3:00
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The 43-day government shutdown and the pause of funding for food assistance programs like SNAP impacted millions across the country. Food banks, including the one serving Madera County, are seeing the need firsthand, saying their phones have been ringing nonstop since the end of October with families asking for emergency food boxes.
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- Justice Department sues to block California US House map
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Justice Department on Thursday sued to block new congressional district boundaries approved by California voters last week, joining a court battle that could help determine which party wins control of the U.S. House in 2026. The complaint filed in California federal court targets the new congressional map pushed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom in response to a similar Republican-led effort in Texas backed by President Donald Trump.
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- 8-story high-rise one step closer to being built in Downtown Fresno
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- 3:00
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Located at the end of Fulton Street, across from the Tioga Sequoia Beer Garden and next to Chukchansi Park, a city-owned parking lot is one step closer to becoming a vibrant high-rise in Downtown Fresno. "The Park at South Stadium Apartments" aims to breathe new life into the brewery district.
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- Behind The Forecast-quick tour
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Watch Behind The Forecast here https://youtu.be/lYOPPTRbzlo
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- Fresno man sentenced for shooting, killing ex-girlfriend with somebody else's gun
- Runtime
- 2:44
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A young Fresno man will now spend 25 years to life in prison for killing his former girlfriend. His victim's loved ones are still deeply shaken by the tragedy.
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- Ceiling piece collapses and strikes two kids at Hanford elementary school
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- 3:04
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A Hanford boy is speaking after a terrifying and unexpected incident at a local school. A portion of the outdoor amphitheater's ceiling at Washington Elementary School collapsed without warning. Two students were struck by debris and taken to the hospital.
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- Behind The Forecast with Kevin Musso
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- 3:58
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ever wondered how Kevin Musso puts together his forecast? Go behind the scenes and get a closer look at his process.
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- Wind, rain and mountain snow expected across Central California
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A major shift in the weather is on the way for Central California, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and mountain snow that could impact travel and power lines.
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- Fresno man sentenced for shooting, killing his ex girlfriend with somebody else's gun
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- During a tense hearing and after hours of delays, Jose Contreras will now serve 25 years to life in prison for murdering his ex-girlfriend, Zoe Salinas, in 2023. https://abc30.com/post/fresno-man-sentenced-shooting-killing-ex-girlfriend-somebody-elses-gun/18149310/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube
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- Ceiling piece collapses and strikes two kids at a Hanford Elementary School
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Wearing an arm sling for his broken clavicle and with an injured black eye, 8-year-old James reflects on Monday afternoon.
He was waiting to be picked up at Washington Elementary School in Hanford when the unthinkable happened.
A portion of the ceiling stucco at the school's amphitheater collapsed without warning.
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- Clovis residents helping those in need with open food pantry
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- On a busy Clovis street surrounded by homes and bustling cars, sits a table of hope.
From canned goods to bread and water, Chavez, an unemployed single mother of four, said she wanted to help families impacted by the government shutdown.
From laid-off federal workers to families who can't drive to food banks, Chavez shares she's seen it all since setting up this makeshift pantry on Thursday.
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- Ceramic Controversy in Central Fresno as city takes possession of family-owned store
- Runtime
- 1:54
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A years-long battle over eminent domain came to a head at a Central Fresno tile shop, where A&T Ceramic ground to a halt as the City of Fresno took possession. https://abc30.com/post/ceramic-controversy-central-fresno-city-takes-possession-family-owned-store/18140863/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube
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- Valley nonprofits see increased need for food amid government shutdown
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- As the government shutdown continues, the need for food assistance is surging, and local nonprofits are trying to keep up. Poverello House in downtown Fresno says its lines have grown by nearly 25% in recent weeks.
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- City of Fresno seizes family-owned tile shop after years-long dispute
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A years-long battle over eminent domain is causing controversy in Central Fresno. Art Terzian has owned A&T Ceramic for 40 years, near McKinley and Blackstone Avenues. His shop is now boarded and locked as the city makes room for a new railroad crossing.
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- How to strengthen your sleep cycle after the time change
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Falling back means we're enjoying that extra hour of sleep. While it can be refreshing to have more time to rest in bed, the recent time change can disrupt our sleep cycle.
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- Gov. Gavin Newsom pardons detained Pismo's manager Psalm Behpoor
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Governor Gavin Newsom has pardoned Psalm Behpoor, a Fresno father and restaurant manager, who has been detained by ICE for months.
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- Fresno Yosemite International experiences delays and cancellations amid nationwide flight cuts
- Runtime
- 3:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- While Fresno Yosemite International is not on the list of airports forced to cancel flights, all of the airports' national connections are, and passengers are feeling the effects.
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- Gov. Gavin Newsom pardons detained Pismo's manager Psalm Behpoor
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Governor Gavin Newsom has pardoned Psalm Behpoor, a Fresno father and restaurant manager, who has been detained by ICE for months.
Behpoor was taken into ICE custody at the end of June while going to an immigration appointment. He's spent the last four months behind bars at a detention facility in Bakersfield.
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- Merced County SNAP recipients detail struggle as their food budget shrinks
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Merced County residents are detailing the struggles they are facing as the legal battle to fund SNAP goes back and forth.
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- Concern after apparent uptick in ICE sightings at Fresno County Superior Courthouse
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- 3:32
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- With President Trump's immigration crackdown unfolding across the country, there are new sightings of immigration agents at the Fresno County Superior Courthouse.
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- California Democrats celebrate Prop 50 victory as GOP launches legal challenge
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- 3:53
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The results of the highly anticipated special election on Proposition 50 have Democrats feeling relieved, while state Republicans launch a lawsuit. Congressional lines will shift, a change that Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom sought after Republicans acted first in Texas.
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- Clovis prepares for Prop 50's three-way district split
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- 3:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Community members and officials from the City of Clovis were very vocal in their opposition to Proposition 50 leading up to the election, but now their focus is on preparing for the redistricting. Clovis remains one of the most talked-about cities in the state, as it will now go from a city with one congressional representative to being split between three separate districts.
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- Fresno back on top of agricultural production in the US, but farmers fear for future
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Fresno is once again number one in the nation's agricultural industry, topping $9 billion in 2024, according to the county's Department of Agriculture. Fresno also exported 96 unique commodities to 91 countries worldwide last year.
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- CA GOP files lawsuit aimed at blocking state's new House maps after Prop. 50 passes
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The day after California voters approved new congressional district boundaries, the California Republican Party announced a federal lawsuit aimed at blocking the state's new House maps after the passage of Prop. 50.
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- Former Visalia Unified School District employee faces felony sexual abuse charges
- Runtime
- 2:27
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- We’re hearing from the attorney representing the teen who was recently awarded an $8 million settlement in a sexual abuse case against the Visalia Unified School District. The settlement comes following a years-long investigation against former Mount Whitney High School campus supervisor De Juan Jones.
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- California Proposition 50 will pass, ABC News projects
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- 4:02
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- California Proposition 50 will pass, ABC News projects based upon analysis of the exit polls. Prop 50 will temporarily change the boundaries of several congressional districts for the 2026, 2028 and 2030 elections, but in particular, five districts where Republicans are currently in power.
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- Zohran Mamdani wins the NYC mayor's race, ABC News projects
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City, ABC News projects.
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- AM Live takes you behind the scenes of GMA ahead of 50th anniversary
- Runtime
- 4:18
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Action News Anchor Jessica Harrington took a trip to The Big Apple to catch up with the anchors and correspondents about the major milestone.
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- College pantries seeing a supply shortage amid government shutdown
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Community colleges in the Central Valley pride themselves on being able to provide for their students beyond their education. With the lack of federal funding, colleges are now forced to turn to their communities for support.
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- 44-year-old man stabbed to death on Halloween in central Fresno identified
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A man is in jail, accused of committing Fresno's latest murder. The violent attack on Halloween night marked the 18th homicide in the city of Fresno in 2025. Police said the men lived in the same treatment facility, but the murder happened off-site.
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- Why Fentanyl Anonymous Had to Exist #fentanyl #addictionrecovery #fentanylcrisis #fresno
- Runtime
- 1:10
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- When Howie kept getting shut down for talking about fentanyl in recovery meetings, he asked the question that started a movement: Where are we supposed to speak about this? This is how Fentanyl Anonymous was born.
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- Killer High: How Fresno’s Fentanyl Anonymous Is Saving Lives
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- 10:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Fresno, two friends turned late-night calls into a movement. Fentanyl Anonymous is giving hope to those who felt shut out of recovery. From 200-person meetings to a ripple effect across North America, this is how breaking silence is saving lives.
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- Fresno police release video of officer striking armed suspect with patrol car
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Fresno police have released body camera, dash camera and security footage of an August 20 incident in which an officer struck an armed suspect with a patrol car during a foot chase near the River Park Shopping Center.
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- Selma man found alive after being lost for 20 days in Sierra wilderness
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- 3:13
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Ron Dailey, the Selma man who went missing for 20 days, is now recovering in the hospital after being found safely. Authorities said he was found by a group of hunters near Swamp Lake Trail. Dailey's daughter, Breanna, recorded him recounting how he got lost.
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- Man sentenced for killing his cellmate at California prison
- Runtime
- 3:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Sixteen years later, Marcus Faulk learned his fate in court on Wednesday morning for killing his cellmate, Jason Cannon, at Pleasant Valley State Prison.
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- Prop 50 would divide one Clovis neighborhood into three congressional districts
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Valley voters are now casting their ballots in California's special election. In the Central Valley, which is home to a third of the state's Republicans in Congress, the City of Clovis would go from one congressional district to three near the corner of Gettysburg and Sunnyside avenues.
The Clovis City Council has voted to formally oppose the change.
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- Fresno Unified ready to support those in need as SNAP benefits near end
- Runtime
- 2:42
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- At a time when Valley families will see crucial food benefits disappear as the government shutdown rages on, Fresno Unified School District is doing all it can to make sure none of its more than 73,000 students go hungry.
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- Fresno businessman Bobby Salazar and two others indicted on felony charges
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A man accused of committing a crime for businessman Bobby Salazar appeared in court on Wednesday. Thomas Qualls pleaded not guilty in court to a felony arson charge for the blaze that burned one of Salazar's namesake restaurants. The indictment states Salazar paid Qualls and Badiali $10,000 last year to torch one of his namesake restaurants on Blackstone in central Fresno.
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- Man sentenced to 22 years for killing his cellmate more than a decade ago
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Sixteen years later, Marcus Faulk learned his fate in court on Wednesday morning for killing his cellmate, Jason Cannon, at Pleasant Valley State Prison.
