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• Firefighters treated in hazmat explosion

  19-12-2015 23:57
  When crews entered the building barrels of hazardous materials exploded forcing a call out for a third alarm.
  
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• Shots Fired at Wisconsin Mall, 1 Person Wounded, Police Say

  19-12-2015 23:24
  
  Police are investigating at the East Towne Mall in Madison, Wisconsin after shots were fired there.
  
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• Paul George fined $35K for criticizing officials, profanity

  19-12-2015 22:53
  
  Paul George has been fined $35,000 for criticizing referees and using profanity on live television after the Pacers' win Friday night over the Nets.
  
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• Police Investigate Shots Fired at Wisconsin Mall

  19-12-2015 22:49
  
  Police are investigating at the East Towne Mall in Madison, Wisconsin after shots were fired there.This is a developing news story. Check back for more.
  
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• BYU agree with Kalani Sitake to become next head coach

  19-12-2015 22:31
  
  BYU has reached an agreement with Oregon State defensive coordinator Kalani Sitake to become the program's next head coach, a source said.
  
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• Still time to enjoy Lazzaria s movement, color at Fresno Art Museum

  19-12-2015 21:50
  
  I'm not usually one to recommend going wild in an art museum, but this time I want you to put a different spin on things. Lock your eyes on the swirl of colors before you. Then, continuing your sight lines on the horizon, spin. She took her daughter's dissertation notes and rendered them in paint. And then there's her entrancing "Blue Gray Early Sky," almost entirely abstract, but with enough of a representational tether to keep the viewer close to Earth. Like the rest of the show, the hues are
  
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• What John Sununu Thinks About the Democratic Debate

  19-12-2015 21:31
  
  ABC News talked with the former New Hampshire governor before the debate.
  
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• Kyrie Irving to play for first time since NBA Finals

  19-12-2015 21:13
  
  As Kyrie Irving prepares for his season debut Sunday, Cavs coach David Blatt said the team will monitor the point guard's minutes. But he is expected to start against the 76ers.
  
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• Source: Brandon Phillips trade talks between Reds, Nats may be dead

  19-12-2015 20:51
  
  The Nationals are moving on from Brandon Phillips for now after a deal for the second baseman stalled, a source says.
  
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• Will Grier to transfer out of Florida

  19-12-2015 19:34
  
  Will Grier, a redshirt freshman, is transferring from the Gators. He was suspended Oct. 12 after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
  
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• BYU close to agreement with Kalani Sitake to become next head coach

  19-12-2015 19:34
  
  BYU is close to an agreement with Oregon State defensive coordinator Kalani Sitake to become the program's next head coach.
  
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• Chemical explosion ignites 3-alarm fire in southwest Fresno

  19-12-2015 18:45
  
  An explosion in a southwest Fresno chemical manufacturing plant nearly caught firefighters in a blinding fireball Friday night in what ended up being a 3-alarm fire. At General Coatings Manufacturing Corp. Near North and Orange avenues. "It was a dangerous moment for a brief period of time while our teams regrouped and we brought in additional resources," Tuggle said. About 12 engines, three trucks, two battalion chiefs, the full Type 1 hazmat team and EMS were on scene. There was no immediate w
  
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• Sanders Campaign Regains Access to DNC Voter Data

  19-12-2015 15:52
  
  The DNC had earlier blocked the campaign because of an alleged data breach.
  
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• California faces costly cleanup after wildfires

  19-12-2015 15:40
  
  California is reaching deeper into its pocket to cover the costs of this year's devastating wildfires. Jerry Brown 's Department of Finance said Friday that it would pull $83 million more from a reserve fund to pay for debris removal. The Valley and Butte fires, which tore through Northern California in September, burned more than 14,000 acres and destroyed hundreds of homes. They're expecting to ask the Legislature for an additional $105 million in January, when lawmakers return to the Capitol
  
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• Aloha Obama: First Family Hits Hawaii for Vacation

  19-12-2015 15:03
  
  Inside President Obama's two-week Hawaiian vacation.
  
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• Wanted Poster for 'Affluenza' Teen Issued by US Marshals

  19-12-2015 13:24
  
  The federal agency has offered a $5,000 reward for information.
  
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• Sanders Campaign's Voter Data Access Issue 'Resolved'

  19-12-2015 13:10
  
  Bernie Sanders' campaign had earlier sued the DNC for alleged breach of contract after they were denied access to the Voter Data system.
  
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• Outsider Sentiment Leaves Its Mark on 2016 Races

  19-12-2015 12:56
  
  Demand for an outsider vs. a candidate with political experience
  
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• Visalia council to take up Nordstrom deal

  19-12-2015 11:30
  
  The Visalia City Council will decide Monday whether to say yes to a sales tax rebate for Nordstrom if the retailer chooses the city as the site of a large warehouse. On Thursday, the Fresno City Council unanimously said yes to a $10 million sales tax sharing incentive the company is seeking, and said it was willing to give an additional $2 million to the company to get the project built in Fresno. Workers at what Nordstrom calls its West Coast E-Commerce Fulfillment Center would take online orde
  
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• Warriors-Bucks feud continues as Draymond Green, O.J. Mayo scuffle

  19-12-2015 10:12
  
  The Warriors and Bucks scuffled after Golden State rallied to win Friday night, sparked by a heated exchange between Draymond Green and O.J. Mayo.
  
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• Fresno Ideaworks demonstrated their many creations at the Saroyan Theater

  19-12-2015 10:06
  This is a night for creators and makers in Downtown Fresno.
  
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• Steph Curry-led Warriors turn tables on Bucks with late comeback

  19-12-2015 09:39
  
  Stephen Curry scored 26 points and Draymond Green fueled a key fourth-quarter run that helped the Golden State Warriors avenge their only loss of the season by beating the Milwaukee Bucks 121-112
  
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• 12-18 Sports Roundup

  19-12-2015 09:20
  HS Football preview, HS Hoops highlights from Friday 12/18/15
  
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• Obama Meets With Families of San Bernardino Shooting Victims

  19-12-2015 09:16
  
  He described his meeting with them as "moving."
  
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• Pistons prevail in 4OT as Jimmy Butler's desperation 3 fails to fall

  19-12-2015 08:54
  
  Andre Drummond had 33 points and 21 rebounds, Reggie Jackson scored 31 points, and the Detroit Pistons outlasted the Chicago Bulls 147-144 in four overtimes Friday night.
  
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• Woman hit and killed by a car in Clovis identified as a Clovis preschool teacher

  19-12-2015 08:33
  We're learning more about the Clovis preschool teacher who died after being hit by a car last night.
  
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• Fresno man loses his ability to work and is fighting to get his life back

  19-12-2015 08:17
  A Fresno man is fighting to support his family after an accident took away his ability to work.
  
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• Ramp closures and detour near Highway 99 in Fresno

  19-12-2015 07:23
  
  The southbound Highway 99 Clinton Avenue off-ramp connector to Golden State Boulevard and the connector ramp from West Vassar Avenue to North Golden State Boulevard will be closed for approximately five months to complete construction of new retaining walls, the California Department of Transportation said. Detours for ramp closures will run through Olive Avenue. Commuters are reminded to follow all road closure signs and watch for road construction vehicles and personnel at all times.
  
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• Sylvester Stallone auctioning trove of 'Rocky' memorabilia

  19-12-2015 07:15
  
  Memorabilia from the making of "Rocky" highlights an auction that kicked off Friday in which Sylvester Stallone is selling a wide swath of personal items dating back more than 40 years.
  
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• Pajama Bottom Bandit caught in Central Fresno

  19-12-2015 06:58
  Fresno police said a thief known as the Pajama Bottom Bandit has been arrested.
  
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• Sanders Campaign: Voter Data Access Issue 'Resolved'

  19-12-2015 06:40
  
  Bernie Sanders' campaign had earlier sued the DNC for alleged breach of contract after they were denied access to the Voter Data system.
  
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• Pharma CEO Resigns After Being Charged in Fraud Case

  19-12-2015 06:26
  
  Martin Shkreli is out on bond after being arrested in New York Thursday.
  
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• Paul George calls on NBA to review officiating after win over Nets

  19-12-2015 05:58
  
  Paul George says the referees must to a better job of calling games after what he described as a "terrible" performance in the Pacers' win Friday night over the Nets.
  
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• Investigators in Kings County need the publics help identifying a body

  19-12-2015 04:57
  Kings County investigators need help identifying a body. They've reached out to a national organization to help them figure out what she might have looked like.
  
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• Central Valley Red Cross needs volunteers

  19-12-2015 04:56
  A Central Valley charity is running in the red when it comes to holiday help during a very busy winter.
  
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• Changes in Jessica's law result in fewer homeless sex offenders

  19-12-2015 04:54
  Downtown Fresno used to have a tent city of convicted sex offenders. Because of Jessica's law, they were banned from living within 2,000 feet of a school, church, or park. Making most of the city off limits.
  
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• 76ers' Brett Brown embraces Mike D'Antoni hire: 'All going to benefit'

  19-12-2015 04:52
  
  Sixers coach Brett Brown praised Mike D'Antoni effusively hours after the team announced his hiring as associate head coach, calling him "one of the most innovative minds."
  
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• State of Emergency Declared After San Bernardino Shooting

  19-12-2015 04:04
  
  The declaration is meant to help in the city's recovery.
  
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• 3D Mammograms with C-View

  19-12-2015 03:52
  In spite of recent debate over breast cancer screening, an annual mammogram after the age of 40 is still recommended for preventive cancer care. Now, there is new technology designed to lower the yearly radiation dose, and, in turn, a woman's risk.
  
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• Family, friends, and staff pay tribute to one of the victims killed in the Skylife helicopter crash

  19-12-2015 03:49
  A touching tribute for one of the victims in last week's Skylife helicopter crash in the South Valley.
  
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• Family trying to cope after car accident kills husband and wife and leaves 3 children without their parents

  19-12-2015 03:47
  Matthew and Sharnae Cuellar along with their 3 daughters were on their way home Thursday when they were killed in a crash on a country road.
  
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• Christmas came early for one elementary school in Southwest Fresno

  19-12-2015 03:45
  Students at King Elementary School got a special visit from the big man himself, Saint Nick.
  
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• New chief named for Fresnoa s U.S. Attorneya s Office

  19-12-2015 03:14
  
  Sherriff replaces longtime Fresno chief Mark Cullers, who has been appointed a Fresno County Superior Court judge by Gov. Sherriff was hired in 2002 and worked five years in the civil division before joining the criminal division. For the past three years, he has headed up the Fresno office's white collar crimes unit. He is a cum laude graduate of Columbia University and Harvard Law School. Attorney's Office is responsible for federal criminal prosecution and civil litigation in an 11-county are
  
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• This week in 'Star Wars' news: 'The Force Awakens' is here!

  19-12-2015 02:51
  
  After months of anticipation, fans and celebrities were stoked when "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" finally hit theaters on Dec. 18.
  
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• Dodgers lead MLB with record $43.6 million paid in luxury tax

  19-12-2015 02:50
  
  For the first time, four teams exceeded the spending threshold and owe tax. The Dodgers, Yankees and Red Sox will pay along with the Giants, a first-time offender.
  
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• Good Samaritan pays off over 100 people's layaway items at Walmart

  19-12-2015 02:49
  
  One hundred and fourteen families were delighted to hear that an anonymous donor had paid off their layaway items purchased at a Walmart in Tulsa, Okla.
  
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• Matt Bush, sober since March 2012, agrees to Rangers minors deal

  19-12-2015 02:39
  
  The Rangers have agreed to a minor league contract with Matt Bush, the first overall draft pick in 2004 who recently finished 3½ years in prison.
  
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• Fresno woman with questionable identity could be extradited out of state

  19-12-2015 02:04
  A judge decided that a Fresno mother could be extradited out of the state, but she's maintaining her innocence and said authorities have confused her for someone else.
  
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• DUI exhibit stirs painful memories for Valley family

  19-12-2015 01:57
  A Valley family dealing with a major loss helped Fresno Police unveil their newest exhibit in the fight against drunk driving.
  
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• St. Louis passes final piece of public financing for NFL stadium

  19-12-2015 01:55
  
  The St. Louis Board of Aldermen passed a measure to put about $150 million toward a proposed $1 billion-plus stadium, giving the city a proposal to give the NFL before the league's deadline.
  
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