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• Jahlil Okafor tweets that 'I own my choices,' focused on team

  29-11-2015 23:49
  
  Jahlil Okafor took to Twitter on Sunday to address recent off-the-court incidents, vowing, "I don't want to be a distraction" for the 76ers going forward.
  
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• Fresno zoo's lions remain 'spoiled' despite cooler temperatures

  29-11-2015 23:06
  
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• Adrian Peterson passes three to reach 18th on rushing list

  29-11-2015 23:05
  
  Vikings RB Adrian Peterson passes O.J. Simpson, Corey Dillon and John Riggins to reach 18th on the NFL's all-time rushing list.
  
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• Lions WR Calvin Johnson said he'd offer congratulations if record broken

  29-11-2015 22:54
  
  Should Pittsburgh's Antonio Brown or Atlanta's Julio Jones break Calvin Johnson's single-season receiving record this year, Johnson said he would offer them congratulations.
  
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• Planned Parenthood Blames GOP Rhetoric for 'Toxic Environment'

  29-11-2015 22:37
  
  Candidates condemn the attack, but stand by criticism of Planned Parenthood.
  
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• Hugh J. Ralston: Ita s time to step up for the 1 percent

  29-11-2015 22:06
  
  Nearly 100 years ago, the Armistice was set for the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month and brought an end to the carnage of The Great War. Since then, Armistice Day is set aside to celebrate our veterans and to remember those who gave their last full measure of duty. I carry as my middle name a reminder of the cost of my family's service. For vets in need, this is the 11th hour. Palm Ave., Suite 122, Fresno, CA 94704. Ralston is president & CEO of the Central Valley Community Founda
  
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• Philip Rivers reaches 40,000 passing yards

  29-11-2015 21:14
  
  Philip Rivers joined some impressive company Sunday by surpassing 40,000 career passing yards and rising to No. 12 in the all-time passing touchdown rankings.
  
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• Adrian Peterson passes two to reach 19th on rushing list

  29-11-2015 21:03
  
  Vikings RB Adrian Peterson passes O.J. Simpson and Corey Dillon to reach 19th on the NFL's all-time rushing list.
  
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• Ted Cruz Does 'Princess Bride' Impression

  29-11-2015 20:30
  
  Iowa pastor asks Cruz to do a 'Princess Bride' impression and he obliges.
  
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• Mark Richt out at Georgia

  29-11-2015 20:08
  
  Georgia has announced that Mark Richt is stepping down as coach, but a source told ESPN that Richt has been fired.
  
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• Chiefs RB Charcandrick West inactive with injured hamstring

  29-11-2015 20:08
  
  The Chiefs will start Spencer Ware at running back against the Bills as Charcandrick West is inactive because of a hamstring injury.
  
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• Family, Friends Remember Slain Colorado Officer

  29-11-2015 20:01
  
  "Our loss cannot be expressed in words," the family statement said.
  
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• Rutgers fires Kyle Flood, AD Julie Hermann

  29-11-2015 19:57
  
  Rutgers coach Kyle Flood was fired along with AD Julie Hermann on Sunday as the Scarlet Knights began "cleaning house" after a tumultuous season, sources told ESPN.
  
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• Jordan Zimmermann, Tigers reach 5-year, $110 million deal

  29-11-2015 19:57
  
  The Tigers have reached an agreement with free-agent right-hander Jordan Zimmermann, who started a career-high 33 games for the Nationals last season.
  
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• Obama Calls Paris Climate Summit an Opportunity for Solidarity

  29-11-2015 19:19
  
  President Obama is modeling his trip to Paris for a climate summit as a message of solidarity in the wake of the horrific terrorist attacks.
  
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• Trapped 'thief' dies in chimney

  29-11-2015 17:46
  
  Picture: Twitter/Liz Gonzalez AN ALLEGED burglar has died after becoming trapped in the chimney of a home he was attempting to break in to. The man crawled down the chimney of the house in Fresno, California some time during the night before getting stuck, reports KMPH News . November 29, 2015 When the unsuspecting homeowner lit the fireplace on Saturday afternoon, the house began to fill with smoke and he heard the man's screams. He put out the fire and called the authorities. An autopsy will d
  
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• Andy Murray clinches Davis Cup as Great Britain ends 79-year wait for title

  29-11-2015 17:33
  
  A superb performance from the Scot against David Goffin seals a 3-1 win in the final as Leon Smith's side become the first British winners of tennis' premier team tournament since 1936.
  
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• Andy Murray clinches Davis Cup as Great Britain end 79-year wait for title

  29-11-2015 17:22
  
  A superb performance from the Scot against David Goffin seals a 3-1 win in the final as Leon Smith's side become the first British winners of tennis' premier team tournament since 1936.
  
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• Carson Urges Peaceful Dialogue on Planned Parenthood in Wake of Shooting

  29-11-2015 17:18
  
  The Republican presidential candidate appeared on "This Week."
  
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• Planned Parenthood Standoff 'Appears' to Be Domestic Terrorism, Mayor Says

  29-11-2015 17:11
  
  Law enforcement sources: Dear made rambling comments during incident.
  
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• Mike London resigns as football coach at Virginia

  29-11-2015 17:11
  
  The Virginia Cavaliers will be looking for a new football coach after Mike London resigned following a six-year run in Charlottesville, it was announced Sunday.
  
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• Jahlil Okafor pulled over for speeding on bridge, according to report

  29-11-2015 17:11
  
  Jahlil Okafor was stopped by police on the Ben Franklin Bridge about three weeks ago for going 108 mph, according to a media report.
  
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• Jordan Zimmermann, Tigers have had contract talks

  29-11-2015 16:53
  
  The Tigers and right-hander Jordan Zimmermann are in talks on a free-agent contract, a source confirmed to ESPN.com.
  
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• Week 12 inactives watch

  29-11-2015 15:57
  
  Tom Carpenter provides "live" reports and analysis on Week 12 inactives.
  
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• Suspect's Ramblings Hint at Motive in Colo. Shooting: Sources

  29-11-2015 15:52
  
  3 killed, 9 injured in Friday's shooting.
  
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• Chiefs RB Charcandrick West to sit out with injured hamstring

  29-11-2015 15:35
  
  Spencer Ware will likely see a larger role in the Chiefs' backfield against the Bills as Charcandrick West will not play because of a hamstring injury, sources told ESPN.
  
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• Sources: NFL won't penalize Rams for Case Keenum concussion

  29-11-2015 15:24
  
  The NFL does not plan to punish the Rams for allowing quarterback Case Keenum to play after he suffered a concussion last week, according to sources.
  
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• 5 Things To Do Today, Sunday, Nov. 29

  29-11-2015 13:37
  
  Willow Ave., Clovis, 559-416-9120, $20. Event: Horse-drawn carriage rides Rides are every Saturday and Sunday through the weekend after Christmas and Santa will be present for photos. Old Town Clovis, 433 Pollasky Ave., Clovis, 559-298-5774, Free. Clovis Hofbrau, 2674 Owens Mountain Parkway, Clovis, 559-325-7270, www.facebook.com/events/1510891989237159 . Holiday: Christmas tree lighting This is the 26th annual lighting of the city's official Christmas tree and is sponsored by Visalia Police Act
  
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• Christie Scores Endorsement of Leading NH Newspaper

  29-11-2015 12:48
  
  It's a boost for the N.J. governor's presidential bid.
  
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• Colorado State defeats Fresno State 34-31 in season finale

  29-11-2015 09:44
  Bulldogs lose final game of 2015 season
  
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• Burglary Suspect Dies After Being Trapped in Chimney

  29-11-2015 09:25
  The Huron homeowner heard screams after he lit his fireplace
  
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• Burglar dies stuck in a chimney in Fresno

  29-11-2015 09:17
  
  - Authorities say a suspected burglar has died after getting stuck in a chimney in Central California. Pursell said the homeowner tried to put out the fire as his house began to fill with smoke. Firefighters who rushed to the house used jackhammers to break open the brick chimney, but when they got to the man he died. Pursell said the man was responsive during the rescue. Investigators will conduct an autopsy Sunday to determine the man's identity and the cause of his death.
  
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• Toledo's Matt Campbell to become Cyclones' next coach, sources say

  29-11-2015 08:24
  
  Despite being offered a pay raise by Toledo, Matt Campbell has agreed to become Iowa State's next coach, sources told ESPN.com.
  
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• Source: Decision on Les Miles finalized in 2nd half of Saturday's win

  29-11-2015 08:24
  
  Les Miles will remain as coach at LSU, athletic director Joe Alleva announced Saturday night, less than an hour after Tigers players carried Miles off the field following a win.
  
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• Jordan Zimmermann, Tigers have had 'serious' contract talks, report says

  29-11-2015 08:02
  
  The Tigers and right-handed starter Jordan Zimmermann, who is a free agent, are in "serious" talks on a contract, according to a Fox Sports report.
  
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• Trump Says He Wasn't Mocking Reporter's Disability

  29-11-2015 07:59
  
  Trump says he would never mock a person with a "difficulty."
  
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• Clinic Shooting Suspect Looked 'Real Mean,' Neighbor Says

  29-11-2015 07:59
  
  Shooting in Colorado Springs left three dead.
  
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• Man killed in hit-and-run crash in Merced

  29-11-2015 07:55
  
  The only suspect vehicle description right now is a silver Ford vehicle.
  
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• 'The Nutcracker' on stage at Saroyan Theatre

  29-11-2015 07:42
  
  Action News reporter Veronica Miracle emceed
  
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• Health Watch: Cholesterol-lowering drugs

  29-11-2015 07:38
  
  The drugs can be life-changers, but many patients are now looking at other options.
  
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• DUI driver collides with ambulance

  29-11-2015 07:35
  
  It happened at the intersection of Fresno and Clinton streets
  
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• Tyson Fury earns unanimous decision over Wladimir Klitschko for world title

  29-11-2015 07:29
  
  Tyson Fury wrested the world heavyweight title from Wladimir Klitschko in a 12-round unanimous decision in Germany. It was Klitschko's first defeat since April 2004.
  
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• Where's the beef? Trucker steals 40,000 pounds of meat

  29-11-2015 07:04
  
  Where's the beef? That's what authorities would like to know after someone stole 40,000 pounds of it from a meat plant in central Pennsylvania.
  
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• Inmate Escapes From Kings County Jail

  29-11-2015 06:54
  
  Kings County Sheriff's Deputies are on the lookout for Solomon Jose Jacuinde of Hanford.
  
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• Les Miles staying at LSU, AD says

  29-11-2015 06:11
  
  Les Miles will remain as coach at LSU, athletic director Joe Alleva announced Saturday night, less than an hour after Tigers players carried Miles off the field following a win.
  
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• LeBron James' clutch 4th quarter enables Cavs to stay unbeaten at home

  29-11-2015 06:11
  
  LeBron James scored 26 points and made a running hook with one second left to help the Cavaliers edge the Nets and move to 9-0 at home this season.
  
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• Inmate Escapes From King County Jail

  29-11-2015 06:09
  
  Kings County Sheriff's Deputies are on the lookout for Solomon Jose Jacuinde of Hanford.
  
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• Patrick Kane sets American record for consecutive games with a point

  29-11-2015 06:00
  
  Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane scored a point in his 19th consecutive game to set a new NHL record for the longest points streak by a U.S.-born player.
  
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• Minors HR leader Mike Hessman to retire with 433 career home runs

  29-11-2015 05:27
  
  Mike Hessman, who owns the record for home runs by a minor leaguer with 433, told the AP he will retire at 37 years old to pursue coaching.
  
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• Valley Families Hunt For Christmas Trees

  29-11-2015 05:15
  
  The Hillcrest Christmas Tree Farm in Reedley opened to big crowds Saturday.
  
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