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• Planned Parenthood Under Investigation; Special Congressional Panel Created

  07-10-2015 23:53
  
  AP-US-Congress-Planned-Parenthood/561Eds: Updates with vote, previous material.House OKs special panel to probe Planned ParenthoodALAN FRAM, Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican-led House voted Wednesday to create a special panel to investigate Planned Parenthood and its procurement of fetal tissue as the GOP continued pressing an issue that has galvanized conservatives since secret videos surfaced this summer.The near party-line vote was 242-184, as Democrats dismiss...
  
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• Governor Brown: The Goal Is 50% Of Green Power By 2030

  07-10-2015 23:49
  
  AP-US-Climate-Change/857Eds: A new approach with more details throughout. With AP Photos.California wants renewable energy for half its power by 2030MICHAEL R. BLOOD, Associated PressJUDY LIN, Associated PressLOS ANGELES (AP) — Gov. Jerry Brown dramatically increased California's climate-change goals on Wednesday, committing the state to use renewable energy for half its electricity and make existing buildings twice as energy-efficient in just 15 years.Brown tried for an even str...
  
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• Surge of Attacks in Jerusalem Prompts Warning: Be on 'Maximum Alert'

  07-10-2015 22:52
  
  Two more attacks today stoke fears the latest unrest may have staying power.
  
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• Odell Beckham Jr. plans to appeal fine

  07-10-2015 22:48
  
  Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. said he doesn't believe he should have been fined $8,681 for his actions in Sunday's victory in Buffalo, and he plans to appeal the fine.
  
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• American kids try dinners from around the world for the first time

  07-10-2015 22:48
  
  American kids try dinner food from around the world for the first time, and their reactions are very ... honest.
  
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• Congress Takes Aim at Volkswagen Over Emissions Violations

  07-10-2015 22:45
  
  Top U.S. official for Volkswagen to appear before congressional panel this week.
  
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• ABC30 Jobs

  07-10-2015 22:41
  
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• Heartbreaking Remembrances of the El Faro Crew

  07-10-2015 22:23
  
  None of the 33 crew members have been found.
  
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• Coach In Porterville Accused Of Sex Crimes

  07-10-2015 22:10
  
  A volunteer coach in the Porterville School District is now facing a long list of charges involving sex crimes against children. Police say 20–year-old James Magana sent sexually explicit photos to a 15-year-old boy.
  
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• Meet the inspirational soccer goalie who excels despite having no legs

  07-10-2015 21:48
  
  Having no legs isn't a problem for Emmanuel Hilton, the JV goalie for Blackhawk High School's soccer team.
  
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• Killing of Trans Woman Marks 20th This Year in US

  07-10-2015 21:27
  
  Keisha Jenkins, a 22-year-old transgender woman from Philadelphia, was recently beaten and shot to death by a group of men, according to police.
  
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• Garrett on how Hardy is fitting in with Cowboys: 'We're all a work in progress'

  07-10-2015 21:19
  
  Asked how Greg Hardy is fitting in with the Cowboys, coach Jason Garrett said, "we're all a work in progress" and that the defensive end is "trying to be the right kind of guy."
  
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• Russia fires cruise missiles from warships into Syria

  07-10-2015 21:11
  
  Russian warships in the Caspian Sea fired cruise missiles Wednesday as Syrian government troops launched a ground offensive in central Syria in the first major combined air-and-ground assault since Moscow began its military campaign in the country last week.
  
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• PHOTOS: American kids try dinners from around the world for the first time

  07-10-2015 20:41
  
  American kids try dinner food from around the world for the first time, and their reactions are very ... honest.
  
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• What We Know About the Afghan Hospital Airstrike

  07-10-2015 20:38
  
  At least 22 people died in the air strike, including a dozen doctors.
  
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• Tannehill admits ripping scout squad, denies belittling teammate's paycheck

  07-10-2015 20:35
  
  Dolphins starting quarterback Ryan Tannehill admitted Wednesday that he made disparaging remarks to his scout-team defense during last weekend's practice in London.
  
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• Pirates, Cubs set rosters for NL wild-card game

  07-10-2015 20:35
  
  The Pirates placed Francisco Liriano on the 25-man roster for Wednesday night's wild-card game against the Cubs should starter Gerrit Cole falter or the contest go deep into extra innings.
  
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• Obama Apologizes to Doctors Without Borders For Airstrike

  07-10-2015 20:24
  
  The U.S. military strike killed
  
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• Delegation from Fresno sister city in Japan arrive for visit

  07-10-2015 20:24
  
  Representatives from Kochi, Japan have arrived in Fresno to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Fresno-Kochi Sister City partnership. Members of the Kochi delegation were welcomed Wednesday morning at Holland Elementary School. The delegation, which consists of city officials and other citizens from Kochi, will be in Fresno through Saturday. They will visit the Fresno City Council, The Big Fresno Fair and Shinzen Garden at Woodward Park. Holland Elementary recently renewed a school partnership
  
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• Search for El Faro Survivors Will End Tonight, Relatives Say

  07-10-2015 20:17
  
  There were 33 people on board the ship when it sank Thursday.
  
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• Stedman Bailey tweets that he was fined for 'nap' TD celebration

  07-10-2015 20:13
  
  Rams wide receiver Stedman Bailey apparently took a costly nap after a third-quarter touchdown against Arizona last week as he says he was fined for the celebration.
  
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• Marco Rubio's Missed Senate Votes Draw Fire From Democrats and GOP

  07-10-2015 20:10
  
  Rubio has missed 29% of Senate votes over the last year.
  
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• What a UAW Strike Means for the US Auto Industry

  07-10-2015 20:03
  
  A potential strike by the United Auto Workers union against Fiat Chrysler could have a lasting impact on car buyers.
  
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• South Carolina moves game vs. LSU to Baton Rouge after flooding

  07-10-2015 20:02
  
  South Carolina has decided to give up Saturday's home game against No. 7 LSU because of devastating floods that have hit the state, moving the game to Baton Rouge.
  
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• Mike Pettine: Criticism of Joe Haden for not playing 'unfair'

  07-10-2015 19:51
  
  Browns coach Mike Pettine said any criticism of Joe Haden's decision not to play in Sunday's game against the Chargers is "unwarranted" and "unfair."
  
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• I'd love to move to the NFL, says Tonga's Rugby World Cup star Telusa Veainu

  07-10-2015 19:51
  
  Tonga's flying winger Telusa Veainu says he would relish a move to the United States and the NFL.
  
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• Refugee-Themed Fashion Photoshoot Sparks Outrage

  07-10-2015 19:49
  
  A Hungarian photographer's recent refugee-themed fashion photoshoot has sparked outrage on social media, but the photographer says he stands by his work.
  
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• Source: Odell Beckham Jr. fined for actions in game vs. Bills

  07-10-2015 19:18
  
  Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has been fined approximately $9,000 for his actions in Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills, a source told ESPN's Dan Graziano.
  
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• Big Fresno Fair Under Way

  07-10-2015 18:53
  
  The Big Fresno Fair going on through Sunday, October 18th. Deputy Manager for the fair, Lauri King, visited KMPH Fox26 Great Day to talk about special savings, new attractions and more.
  
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• Guardian: Skal Labissiere waiting for NCAA clearance to play for Wildcats

  07-10-2015 18:45
  
  Kentucky's highly touted freshman big man Skal Labissiere has not been cleared to play by the NCAA, his guardian told ESPN on Wednesday.
  
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• Carson Appears to Be Second-Guessing Oregon Shooting Victims

  07-10-2015 18:24
  
  The GOP presidential candidate made the comments this morning.
  
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• Retired teacher discovers her house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright

  07-10-2015 18:18
  
  A home designed by the iconic architect was discovered in Wisconsin.
  
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• Eating Out: Two Mexican restaurants open off the beaten path

  07-10-2015 17:26
  
  Every time I write about a Mexican restaurant, the response from readers is huge. The more hole-in-the-wall the restaurant is, the better. So this week I'm going to tell you about two Mexican restaurants that opened this summer in parts of the city some of you might not have ventured into before. The first, Marlo's Club & Mexican Restaurant, is at Palm and Belmont avenues. You know how some Mexican restaurants are more like Mexican food for Americans, Martinez asks? In front of Sierra Vista
  
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• FanDuel permanently bans employees from playing DFS for money amid inquiry

  07-10-2015 16:32
  
  Two of the biggest daily fantasy sites responded to calls asking for greater transparency, as FanDuel permanently banned employees from playing DFS for money on any site.
  
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• A Fresno City College music instructor is up for a Grammy!

  07-10-2015 16:31
  Mike Dana works with students who are studying jazz - and is a jazz guitar player himself. Dana is one of 25-finalists for the Grammy's "Music Educator Award" - which has only been given out for the last two years.
  
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• Police Chase Ends With Suspect Driving Into the Ocean

  07-10-2015 16:29
  
  A man being chased by police drove a four-wheel vehicle into the ocean north of Perth in Australia.He was trying to get away from police.New video shows police had been following him for nearly two hours as he drove through sand dunes.They watched from the beach as the man climbed from his vehicle, as it was swamped by the waves.The two officers then went into the surf to get him and pulled him from the ocean.
  
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• Caught On Camera: Carlsbad Police Accused of Brutality

  07-10-2015 16:12
  
  A southern California woman is now suing the city of Carlsbad, accusing police there of brutality.She says she was beaten up by police over a seat belt violation.The woman's attorneys have now  released a bystander's video that shows an officer punching her and shoving a knee into her body.Another officer struggles to handcuff her.The woman is seen lying on her side, pleading for help before the officer ties her wrists.Charges of resisting arrest against the woman were later dropp...
  
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• Big Fresno Fair opening day

  07-10-2015 16:12
  The big day is here. The Big Fresno Fair officially kicks off this morning.
  
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• It wouldn't be the fair without the food

  07-10-2015 16:11
  Long-time fair food vendor, Fat Fanny's is bringing their 'A' game to the 2015 Big Fresno Fair
  
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• Tulare Police Chief Resigns

  07-10-2015 16:06
  
  Tulare police Chief Jerry Breckinridge has now resigned.It was accepted by city manager Don Dorman.
  
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• Workout Wednesday: Rethink your drink

  07-10-2015 16:04
  Finding the right drink to compliment your health.
  
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• Why Carly Fiorina Keeps Talking About Hot Dogs

  07-10-2015 15:42
  
  Is a hot dog a sandwich?
  
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• Crews battle house fire, gas leak, downed power lines in Southeast Fresno

  07-10-2015 14:16
  Officials are trying to find out what sparked a house fire last night in Southeast Fresno.
  
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• PHOTOS: 2015 Neiman Marcus fantasy Christmas gifts

  07-10-2015 13:29
  
  Holiday shoppers with a limitless budget and taste for opulence have plenty of options to explore with the release of the annual Christmas Book by Neiman Marcus.
  
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• Custom guitars and motorcycles among Neiman Marcus fantasy Christmas Book gifts

  07-10-2015 13:27
  
  Holiday shoppers with a limitless budget and taste for opulence have plenty of options to explore with the release of the annual Christmas Book by Neiman Marcus.
  
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• Close the Wage Gap Bill Signed

  07-10-2015 13:12
  
  She has a complaint pending in court over pay inequity she discovered while working at the Fresno County Office of Education in 2012. Although they were initially opposed, the bill also had the support of the California Chamber of Commerce and was unopposed by the California business community. "Equal pay for equal work, regardless of gender, shouldn't be an issue in California," said Allan Zaremberg, the President and CEO of the California Chamber of Commerce. Jackson is chair of the California
  
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• Nuclear smugglers tried selling radioactive materials to ISIS, other terrorists

  07-10-2015 10:56
  
  In the backwaters of Eastern Europe, authorities working with the FBI have interrupted four attempts in the past five years by gangs with suspected Russian connections that sought to sell radioactive material to Middle Eastern extremists, The Associated Press has learned.
  
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• Former Lemoore marine dies in Afghanistan plane crash

  07-10-2015 10:41
  A former Valley marine is being remembered. Christopher Ruiz was killed in a plane crash last week in Afghanistan. He was 29-years-old, a husband and a father.
  
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• Vigil held for Exeter teen killed by a hunter in the Sequoia National Forest

  07-10-2015 10:33
  A community in mourning, as a teen killed in a hunting accident is remembered. Investigators said a 16-year-old was accidentally shot by a hunter in the Sequoia National Forest on Sunday.
  
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• US Officials Ask How ISIS Got So Many Toyota Trucks

  07-10-2015 10:05
  
  Scores of Toyota pickups seen in terror videos to dismay of Iraqi officials.
  
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