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• New York City squirrel enjoys egg roll snack

  03-01-2019 23:56
  NUTS FOR EGG ROLLS? Pizza Rat has been upstaged. There's a new animal in town -- and this one has a love of egg rolls.
  
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• How to watch the Quadrantids, first meteor shower of 2019

  03-01-2019 22:54
  Just days into 2019, stargazers have their chance to catch a glimpse of the year's first meteor shower, the Quadrantids.
  
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• Parents speak out after boy dies from smell of cooking fish in Brooklyn

  03-01-2019 22:26
  "My son's last words were 'Daddy I love you, daddy I love you,'" Cameron's father said. "He gave me two kisses, two kisses on my face. He said, 'I feel like I'm dying.' I said, 'Don't say that. What are you talking about. Don't say that.'"
  
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• First California snow survey of 2019 shows snowpack is below average for this time of year

  03-01-2019 21:59
  Despite early winter storms, the first California snow survey of 2019 showed Sierra water content is below average for this time of year.
  
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• 911 system restored for AT&T landline customers in Burrel, Caruthers, Raisin City and Riverdale areas

  03-01-2019 21:37
  The Fresno County Sheriff's Office says AT&T customers in the Burrel, Caruthers, Raisin City and Riverdale areas can now call 911 after an outage Thursday morning.
  
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• Bad electrical wiring possibly to blame after attic catches fire in Fowler

  03-01-2019 21:31
  Fire officials believe bad electrical wiring may be to blame after an attic caught fire in Fowler, displacing the two people living there.
  
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• 'We're in the building': Wave of historic congresswomen celebrate first day at work amid government shutdown

  03-01-2019 21:20
  Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is the youngest woman ever to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives.
  
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• Nancy Pelosi's granddaughter jumps for joy during House speaker election

  03-01-2019 21:20
  During Thursday's House speaker election, Nancy Pelosi had an enthusiastic cheerleader at her side: her granddaughter Bella.
  
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• Rep. Brad Sherman reintroduces impeachment articles against President Trump

  03-01-2019 19:27
  Congressman Brad Sherman, D-Sherman Oaks, announced Thursday that he and another congressman have reintroduced articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.
  
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• Incoming Gov. Newsom looking to spend more on early education

  03-01-2019 18:29
  When Gov.-elect Gavin Newsom takes office Monday, he'll have to move quickly to prepare a spending plan.
  
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• Woman catches 88-pound catfish in Kentucky Lake

  03-01-2019 16:58
  A woman in Tennessee was overcome with joy after she caught an 88-pound catfish in Kentucky Lake.
  
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• Tennessee 13-year-old nabs 27-point buck

  03-01-2019 16:58
  A 13-year-old Tennessee boy is being praised by hunters on Facebook after he took down a 27-point buck.
  
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• Celebrities and activists demand justice for 7-year-old murdered in E. Harris Co.

  03-01-2019 16:57
  Many Houston activists, celebrities and community leaders are coming together to find justice for the 7-year-old girl shot to death.
  
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• California's Home Cooking Bill May be state law, but it's not yet legal where you live

  03-01-2019 16:55
  There are hundreds of new laws on the books in California this year, but one is cooking up a lot of excitement for people hoping to cash-in on their kitchen skills.
  
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• 14-year-old fighting for his life after car drags him 4 blocks in Oakland hit-and-run

  03-01-2019 16:55
  HIT-AND-RUN: Police say the 14-year-old boy is in critical condition and are asking that the driver turn themselves in.
  
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• Video: Dust devil sweeps up paraglider

  03-01-2019 16:54
  A dust devil in Australia swept up a paraglider, swirling around him and then finally flinging him away.
  
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• House cat found with screwdriver protruding in head

  03-01-2019 16:54
  Police in Texas are investigating a possible animal cruelty case after finding a cat with a screwdriver lodged in his head.
  
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• PETA calls for end to live college mascots after Texas Longhorns' Bevo charges at Georgia Bulldogs' Uga

  03-01-2019 16:52
  PETA wants to see an end to live college mascots, saying subjecting animals to the stress of a packed stadium is "indefensible."
  
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• Missouri teen returns from cruise with mystery illness that left her blind

  03-01-2019 16:35
  A teen from Missouri is fighting a life-altering medical condition that began after her family returned from a cruise, and more than six months later, she still has no idea what she's facing.
  
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• Blood pressure medications recalled over cancer concerns

  03-01-2019 16:13
  Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc., has issued another voluntary recall of medications used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure due to the possible presence of a cancer-causing substance in the pills.
  
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• How long will it last? A look back at other recent federal government shutdowns

  03-01-2019 15:43
  Before 2019, the federal government experienced more than a dozen shutdowns and funding gaps.
  
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• 5 can't-miss films worth checking out in Fresno this week

  03-01-2019 15:15
  Want to see a movie, but not sure what's worth your time (and money)? Check out this week's lineup of acclaimed movies showing on the big screen in and around Fresno.
  
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• 3 worthwhile action movies worth checking out in Fresno this week

  03-01-2019 15:15
  In the mood for some entertainment? Don't miss this week's lineup of action movies showing on the big screen in and around Fresno.
  
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• Student loan debt contest: Freeform's 'grown-ish,' Scholly team up to give away up to $125,000 per winner

  03-01-2019 14:59
  To celebrate the start of ''grown-ish'' Season 2, one contest is giving away up to $125,000 per winner to help with student loans.
  
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• Exeter home destroyed in early morning fire, family able to escape

  03-01-2019 14:39
  Tulare County fire crews believe a vehicle fire in a garage started a large house fire late Wednesday night.
  
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• China becomes first to land on far side of the moon

  03-01-2019 14:38
  A Chinese spacecraft on Thursday made the first-ever landing on the far side of the moon, state media said.
  
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• Beautician charged with killing woman during botched buttocks injection

  03-01-2019 14:38
  An unlicensed New York City beautician has been charged with killing a Philadelphia woman during a botched buttocks injection.
  
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• American Kennel Club adds a breed: the speedy, sleek Azawakh

  03-01-2019 14:38
  A fleet-footed hound that hails from West Africa is the latest dog in the American Kennel Club's pack of recognized breeds.
  
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• 911 system down for AT&T landline customers in Burrel area

  03-01-2019 14:31
  The Fresno County Sheriff's Office is warning AT&T customers in the Burrel area they are unable to place 911 calls at this time.
  
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• 'I don't think I could ever thank him enough for what he did for me:' Valley remembers David McDonald

  03-01-2019 08:28
  The Valley is remembering a businessman and community leader who turned his success into service.
  
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• Fire damaging Romain Park caused by arsonist leads parents to worry for park's safety

  03-01-2019 08:25
  On any given day at Romain Park, you can find hundreds of families enjoying the basketball courts, soccer fields, and playground. Now, these kids may have to find elsewhere to go.
  
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• Fight escalates to shootout, leaving two men injured in Southeast Fresno

  03-01-2019 06:43
  Fresno Police are investigating after a fist fight turned into a shootout in Southeast Fresno.
  
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• Coachella releases performance line-up feat: Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, Tame Impala

  03-01-2019 06:31
  Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival released its performance roster Wednesday night on Twitter and the two weekend desert show will present some iconic names.
  
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• Los Angeles unveils earthquake warning app

  03-01-2019 06:00
  Los Angeles has released an earthquake warning app that could give LA County residents precious seconds to drop, cover and hold on in the event of a quake
  
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• New Dark Chocolate Oreos hit shelves in a store near you

  03-01-2019 05:51
  CALLING DARK CHOCOLATE FANS! Oreo has a new cookie for you, and this one won't be "limited time" only.
  
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• Customer arrested for assaulting McDonald's employee over straw

  03-01-2019 05:50
  Video shows the patron reach over an employee and forcefully shake the woman.
  
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• Tow truck driver hailed a hero after helping state trooper with traffic stop moments before dying

  03-01-2019 05:49
  The story of how Glenn "Bam Bam" Sanco lived out the final hours of his life has been shared hundreds of times.
  
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• Complete list of funeral services to honor slain Newman Police Corporal Ronil Singh

  03-01-2019 05:34
  On Friday, the body of Corporal Ronil Singh will be transported from Modesto to Newman -- for his final watch.
  
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• Josh Allen named AFC Offensive Player of the Week

  03-01-2019 05:04
  Firebaugh native and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen ended his rookie season in style, earning AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors.
  
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• Citrus growers avoid major damage after hard freeze warning

  03-01-2019 04:10
  A hard freeze warning passed without major damage to the Valley's valuable citrus crop which is worth close to $2 billion.
  
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• Three from Kern County charged with helping accused cop killer Pablo Virgen Mendoza

  03-01-2019 03:19
  One by one, each standing next to their own attorney, Bernabe Castaneda, Maria Moreno, and Erasmo Villegas pleaded not guilty to the felony accessory charges filed against them.
  
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• Girl Scouts offer new gluten-free cookie, sale season starts today

  03-01-2019 02:47
  Just when you started feeling good about your new year's resolution to lose weight -- the Girl Scouts start selling cookies!
  
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• First frost of the season good reminder to protect the plants outside your home

  03-01-2019 02:30
  The New Year is off to a cold start. Many people in the Central Valley woke to frost on the roof, on the car and on the ground.
  
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• Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks close due to unsafe visitor conditions

  03-01-2019 02:23
  National Park officials announced the closure of all areas in Sequoia and Kings Canyon due to unsafe visitor conditions.
  
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• Netflix issues 'Bird Box Challenge' warning: Do not hurt yourselves

  03-01-2019 02:01
  Netflix is issuing a warning after its new movie "Bird Box" inspired fans to navigate the world blindfolded.
  
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• New law holds pet owner responsible for dangerous dog attacks

  03-01-2019 01:55
  A new law sponsored by a north suburban state senator will hold pet owners responsible for their pooch's behavior.
  
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• Man loses dog in destructive fire; among many others displaced from fires in Fresno in 2019

  03-01-2019 01:25
  Tuesday morning alone they battled three home fires leaving at least a dozen people displaced.
  
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• Man who co-hosted podcast while in California prison will stay on the show after Governor Jerry Brown commuted his sentence

  03-01-2019 01:17
  An ex-inmate who co-hosted a podcast while in prison will stay on the show after California Governor Jerry Brown commuted his 31-years-to-life sentence.
  
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• What is a government shutdown? 5 things to know

  03-01-2019 00:36
  The federal government was partially shut down after lawmakers could not reach an agreement about funding for President Donald Trump's proposed border wall.
  
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• Government shutdown: What will and won't happen during federal shutdown

  03-01-2019 00:35
  After a deadline has passed without a compromise, here's what should happen during the U.S. government shutdown.
  
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