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• Streaming films eligible for 2021 Oscars, but for 1 year only

  28-04-2020 23:08
  
  The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced the change as a response to how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the film industry.
  
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• Gov. Newsom outlines four-step plan for gradual reopening of California businesses

  28-04-2020 22:20
  
  The plan was broken down into four stages, wherein the reopening of non-essential business would gradually occur in response to data provided by health officials.
  
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• Trump to sign order keeping meat processing plants open during coronavirus outbreak

  28-04-2020 22:13
  The order will use the Defense Production Act to classify meat processing as critical infrastructure to keep production plants open.
  
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• Gov. Gavin Newsom: California schools could start early, potentially in late July

  28-04-2020 21:40
  During his briefing on Tuesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom said the next California school year could begin earlier than normal, potentially as early as late July.
  
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• Hillary Clinton becomes latest Democrat to endorse Joe Biden's 2020 campaign

  28-04-2020 21:35
  Biden, as a former vice president and six-term senator, "has been preparing for this moment his entire life," Clinton said.
  
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• Coronavirus in the US: Trump discusses Paycheck Protection Program for small biz loans: LIVE

  28-04-2020 21:20
  President Trump is scheduled to discuss the Paycheck Protection Program designed to help small businesses weather the pandemic.
  
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• LIVE: Gov. Newsom expected to provide update on CA's plan for reopening businesses

  28-04-2020 20:59
  
  Newsom is expected to give an update at noon on how businesses may be allowed to slowly reopen amid the COVID-19 crisis.
  
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• Coronavirus in the US: Trump meets with Florida governor, defends response to COVID-19

  28-04-2020 20:55
  President Donald Trump defended his administration's handling of the coronavirus pandemic Tuesday as he met with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
  
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• LIVE: Gov. Gavin Newsom to give update on California business sectors' slow reopening

  28-04-2020 20:53
  Newsom is expected to give an update at noon on how businesses may be allowed to slowly reopen amid the COVID-19 crisis.
  
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• Lawsuit: California universities owe virus-related refunds

  28-04-2020 20:50
  The California State University and the University of California systems are being sued by students demanding refunds of some campus fees since the virus pandemic has shut schools and forced learning online.
  
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• Houston couple uses pots and pans to hold concert on balcony during stay-at-home order

  28-04-2020 20:48
  Use what you've got! This couple performs every night with an orchestra of pots and pans during the stay-at-home order.
  
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• Coronavirus update: US surpasses 1 million COVID-19 cases, according to Johns Hopkins University

  28-04-2020 20:44
  The United States has surpassed one million confirmed cases of COVID-19, according to Johns Hopkins University.
  
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• Lindsay Gardens nursing center resident dies from COVID-19, health officials say

  28-04-2020 20:37
  The Tulare County Heath and Human Services reported a resident at Lindsay Gardens Nursing Rehabilitation has died from COVID-19.
  
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• Visalia nursing home reaches 24 total deaths from COVID-19; 174 test positive for virus

  28-04-2020 20:22
  As of Monday, 114 patients and 60 staff members of the nursing home had contracted the coronavirus.
  
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• Restaurant hands out free breakfasts to seniors and first responders

  28-04-2020 20:10
  
  This restaurant is giving free breakfast to seniors and first responders.
  
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• Fresno Councilman Garry Bredefeld to discuss lawsuit over stay-at-home order

  28-04-2020 20:08
  
  Fresno city councilmember Garry Bredefeld is discussing the shelter-in-place order that was issued in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• President Donald Trump urges states to consider opening schools before summer

  28-04-2020 20:02
  Schools in Texas are not reopening this year, but President Trump is urging other states to 'seriously consider' opening before summer.
  
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• Hillary Clinton expected to endorse Joe Biden's 2020 campaign Tuesday afternoon

  28-04-2020 19:37
  Hillary Clinton is expected to announce her support in a virtual town hall with Joe Biden later Tuesday.
  
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• As video of full flight to North Carolina goes viral, airlines reassess physical distancing guidelines

  28-04-2020 19:37
  
  Airlines say they're trying to maintain social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, but one video that went viral last weekend is raising eyebrows.
  
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• Mayor: Fresno pet groomers can now reopen as essential businesses

  28-04-2020 19:35
  
  Brand said the decision was made during the Mayor's recovery committee meeting on Monday.
  
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• Delaware sewers may hold better evidence on true spread of coronavirus

  28-04-2020 19:16
  Testing people may not be the best way to see how much coronavirus is in a community. Testing sewers may be better.
  
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• Blue Angels, Thunderbirds fly over NYC, NJ to salute frontline workers

  28-04-2020 19:04
  The Thunderbirds and the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will honor those on the frontline of COVID-19 with a formation flight over New York City and New Jersey Tuesday.
  
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• LIVE: Fresno Councilman Garry Bredefeld to discuss lawsuit over stay-at-home order

  28-04-2020 18:57
  
  Fresno city councilmember Garry Bredefeld is discussing the shelter-in-place order that was issued in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• LIVE: Blue Angels, Thunderbirds fly over NYC, NJ to salute frontline workers

  28-04-2020 18:22
  
  The Thunderbirds and the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will honor those on the frontline of COVID-19 with a formation flight over New York City and New Jersey Tuesday.
  
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• Coronavirus in North Carolina: Reopen NC administrator says she tested positive for COVID-19

  28-04-2020 18:22
  An administrator for the Reopen NC Facebook page confirmed she tested positive for COVID-19 and recently finished up her two-week quarantine.
  
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• Brewery releases aptly named Stir Crazy beer

  28-04-2020 18:20
  
  With everyone staying home due to the coronavirus pandemic, Boomtown Brewery decided to name their new seasonal beer Stir Crazy.
  
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• California McDonald's workers make hundreds of face masks

  28-04-2020 18:17
  A team of workers at a McDonald's in Irwindale got together to turn the dining area into a small mask-making factory.
  
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• 26-year-old man killed in Kings County crash, CHP says

  28-04-2020 17:14
  
  It happened on 15th Avenue south of Lacey Boulevard -- that's just northwest of Armona.
  
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• Local companies surprise shoppers with gift cards at Fresno Save Mart

  28-04-2020 16:38
  Seniors and first responders who show up at one Central Valley Save Mart store during the early shopping hours on Tuesday morning are in for a big surprise.
  
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• CDC proposes draft guidance as states reopen in midst of the pandemic

  28-04-2020 16:27
  From businesses closing break rooms to restaurants providing disposable menus and plates, these are just a few of the recommendations.
  
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• Man arrested for trying to steal jewelry from Visalia thrift store

  28-04-2020 16:05
  Officers found the suspect hiding in a clothing rack with a backpack full of jewelry from a display case.
  
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• Gov. Gavin Newsom to give update on California business sectors' slow reopening

  28-04-2020 15:38
  Newsom is expected to give an update at noon on how businesses may be allowed to slowly reopen amid the COVID-19 crisis.
  
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• Family dog tests positive for COVID-19 in North Carolina

  28-04-2020 15:17
  A pet dog tested positive for COVID-19 in North Carolina, in what researchers say is the first known novel coronavirus case in a canine.
  
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• Thousands of gallons of milk spill after truck overturns in Kings County

  28-04-2020 14:37
  The CHP said 6,300 gallons of milk spilled into an almond orchard.
  
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• Pentagon declassifies Navy videos that purportedly show UFOs

  28-04-2020 14:33
  Do these videos released by The Pentagon prove aliens are real? Take a look and decide for yourself.
  
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• Arsonist damages 10 display sheds at Visalia Home Depot

  28-04-2020 14:21
  Fire officials say an employee reported seeing a person over by the sheds who then drove away shortly before the fire was spotted.
  
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• 'Disgusting' egg attack on street vendor selling face masks caught on camera

  28-04-2020 10:45
  In the video, a man in the front passenger seat asks the vendor how much the masks are before throwing the egg right at his chest.
  
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• High demand for antibody tests coming from those who think they had COVID-19

  28-04-2020 08:20
  Advanced Medical Care Center in Visalia started testing for the coronavirus antibodies a little more than a week ago, already taking samples from first responders and those who think they make have been exposed.
  
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• Police: Argument leads to shooting at central Fresno apartment complex

  28-04-2020 08:16
  Officers say a man in his late teens or early 20s was grazed in the left shoulder by a bullet.
  
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• Man shot in shoulder in central Fresno, authorities looking for suspect

  28-04-2020 07:16
  
  The Fresno Police Department is searching for a suspect after a shooting in central Fresno Monday night.
  
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• 49er Insider David Lombardi breaks down San Francisco's 2020 Draft Picks

  28-04-2020 04:34
  The 49ers stuck with their primary focus, which is the defensive line. In the first round, they selected Javon Kinlaw, a defensive tackle out of South Carolina.
  
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• Rangers help kids explore Yosemite online

  28-04-2020 04:16
  You may not be able to visit Yosemite National Park, but you can help your kids explore it online.
  
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• Go fish! Two North Valley lakes re-open with restrictions

  28-04-2020 04:07
  A day of fishing is a welcome change for many families after several weeks with limited options for entertainment.
  
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• Data dig: How close is the Valley (and California) to conducting enough tests to reopen confidently?

  28-04-2020 03:55
  Testing is number one on the list of indicators for California to modify the "stay at home" order and start a return to normal from the coronavirus.
  
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• Class of COVID: Senior portrait photographer gets creative during quarantine

  28-04-2020 03:53
  A local photographer isn't just capturing moments: she's recording a milestone with memorable portraits of the "Class of COVID."
  
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• Fresno County Sheriff's Office warning community of new texting scam

  28-04-2020 03:31
  Authorities have taken several reports of someone sending disturbing and violent photos, along with harsh language.
  
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• Employees at Hanford meat plant test positive for COVID-19

  28-04-2020 03:30
  A South Valley facility has joined the growing list of meat processing plants across the country dealing with workers infected with the coronavirus.
  
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• Coronavirus News: JetBlue is first US airline to require travelers to wear face coverings

  28-04-2020 03:09
  
  JetBlue is the first major U.S. airline to require all customers to wear face coverings during travel to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
  
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• CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Suspect steals lawnmower from local lawn care company

  28-04-2020 02:52
  A Fresno landscaping company is asking for help after someone stole one of their lawnmowers, and the crime was caught on camera.
  
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• Fresno Unified School District making plans for virtual graduation

  28-04-2020 02:44
  It's anything but traditional, but no doubt a memory the class of 2020 will forever be linked to.
  
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