Fresno news

• Fresno FAX employee tests positive for COVID-19, officials say

  02-07-2020 23:03
  
  A Fresno Area Express (FAX) employee has tested positive for COVID-19 while another has reported symptoms and is awaiting test results, officials announced on Thursday.
  
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• Black Lives Matter: The Signs Behind the Windows

  02-07-2020 23:01
  
  After the death of George Floyd, Stacey Buckner started making signs for her neighbors to place in their windows or to use during protests.
  
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• Puppies help firefighters cope with stress

  02-07-2020 22:41
  
  These puppies are helping firefighters deal with the stress of the job!
  
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• FDA warns consumers about hand sanitizer products containing methanol

  02-07-2020 22:37
  Voluntary recalls have been issued, but some products may still be found on store shelves.
  
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• California man shares regret over attending party, dies next day of COVID-19

  02-07-2020 22:32
  "Because of my stupidity, I put my mom and sisters and my family's health in jeopardy." Fifty-one-year-old Tommy Macias passed away from COVID-19 one day after he shared his regret over going to a barbecue.
  
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• California's COVID-19 hospitalizations, ICU rates continue to rise ahead of 4th of July weekend

  02-07-2020 22:05
  After halting indoor operations for some businesses in several counties across the state, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced California's new public awareness campaign to get more people to follow the state-mandated order to wear face masks.
  
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• Know the Road with the CHP: Can I turn over a double yellow line?

  02-07-2020 21:39
  An ABC30 viewer wanted to know: can I turn over a double yellow line if my destination is on the other side of the street?
  
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• Army officials disputes claims Vanessa Guillen was sexually harassed before her disappearance

  02-07-2020 21:39
  
  The revelations differed from claims from Guillen's family that she was harassed before she disappeared in April.
  
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• Herman Cain, who attended Trump's Tulsa rally, hospitalized with coronavirus

  02-07-2020 21:21
  
  The Trump campaign said Cain did not meet with the president in Tulsa.
  
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• Hugh Downs, genial presence on TV news and game shows, dies

  02-07-2020 21:12
  Downs was known for his work on NBC's "Today" show, the ABC newsmagazine "20/20″ and the "Tonight" show with Jack Paar.
  
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• Army holds briefing on Vanessa Guillen investigation at Fort Hood

  02-07-2020 21:12
  
  Army commanders and investigators gave a timeline of the events surrounding Guillen's disappearance leading up to today.
  
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• Not wearing a mask in West Hollywood could cost you $300

  02-07-2020 20:40
  L.A. County sheriff's deputies in West Hollywood will start to crack down on people who don't wear face coverings in public. First-time offenders face a $300 citation.
  
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• Army to hold briefing on Vanessa Guillen investigation at Fort Hood

  02-07-2020 20:40
  The press conference is set for 2 p.m. to discuss the case of the disappearance and presumed death of the Houston native.
  
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• After closing some indoor businesses, Gov. Newsom to give update on response to COVID-19

  02-07-2020 20:28
  After halting indoor operations for some businesses in several counties across the state, Gov. Gavin Newsom will provide an update to California's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• State Superintendent Tony Thurmond to give update on reopening schools and budget

  02-07-2020 19:47
  State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond will be giving an update on reopening schools, the state budget, and the Schools & Communities First initiative.
  
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• LIVE SOON: State Superintendent Tony Thurmond gives update on reopening schools and budget

  02-07-2020 19:27
  
  State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond will be giving an update on reopening schools, the state budget, and the Schools & Communities First initiative.
  
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• Students throw COVID-19 parties to bet on who will catch virus first

  02-07-2020 19:17
  Party organizers intentionally invited guests who have COVID-19, and put money in a pot. Whoever gets the virus first, gets the pot.
  
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• Black couple from New Jersey speaks out after neighbor calls police on them

  02-07-2020 19:12
  A Black couple from New Jersey is speaking out about a confrontation with their neighbor that led to police being called.
  
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• Authorities searching for car involved in fatal hit-and-run crash in southwest Fresno

  02-07-2020 18:19
  The CHP says the man was walking on the shoulder heading south on Elm Ave. near W. North Ave. when the vehicle hit him, then drove off.
  
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• All-female firefighter crew staffs local station for first time in department's history

  02-07-2020 18:04
  
  For the first time in the history of the Pasadena, CA Fire Department, the entire engine crew rolling out of Station 34 was female.
  
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• Trump 2020 car to race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend

  02-07-2020 17:59
  
  The pro-Trump Patriots of America PAC sponsored the Ford Mustang, which will be driven by Corey LaJoie at the Brickyard 400.
  
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• Gas station turned coffee shop uses their drive-thru to stay in business during COVID-19

  02-07-2020 17:59
  Full Service Coffee Co. is using their minimal contact drive-thru to stay in business as well as help support other small businesses during this difficult time.
  
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• Court papers: Meghan Markle felt 'unprotected' by royal family during her pregnancy

  02-07-2020 17:58
  Meghan Markle is seeking damages from the Mail on Sunday's publisher for alleged misuse of private information, breach of privacy and copyright infringement.
  
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• COS designates free-speech area for Visalia students to hang Black Lives Matter signs

  02-07-2020 17:58
  Visalia Unified's partnership with the college comes after the signs were torn down from El Diamante High School last week.
  
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• Blue Bell just released a fan favorite but for a limited time only

  02-07-2020 17:26
  With the way it feels outside, we'll be taking several scoops of this! And like many flavors, you'll only be able to get this for a limited time.
  
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• Some Alabama students throwing COVID-19 parties to see who gets infected

  02-07-2020 16:53
  Party organizers intentionally invited guests who have COVID-19, and put money in a pot. Whoever gets the virus first, gets the pot.
  
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• 'Hamilton' on Disney+: Tony winners Odom Jr., Goldsberry believe musical shows young people of color there is a place for them in theater

  02-07-2020 16:48
  Tony winners Leslie Odom Jr. and Renee Elise Goldsberry talked about how "Hamilton" moved and changed them, while celebrating what's right with America and spurring change of things that are wrong.
  
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• Police searching for car involved in fatal hit-and-run crash in southwest Fresno

  02-07-2020 16:21
  The CHP says the man was walking on the shoulder heading south on Elm Ave. near W. North Ave. when the vehicle hit him, then drove off.
  
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• Accuweather Forecast: Summer Temperatures

  02-07-2020 16:02
  Sticking to the mid 90s this week. Meteorologist Madeline Evans will have your full forecast on Action News.
  
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• Blue Bell brings back fan favorite Milk & Cookies for National Ice Cream Month

  02-07-2020 15:45
  With the way it feels outside, we'll be taking several scoops of this! And like many flavors, you'll only be able to get this for a limited time.
  
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• Alleged Jeffrey Epstein facilitator Ghislaine Maxwell taken into federal custody

  02-07-2020 15:42
  
  It is alleged that Ghislaine Maxwell facilitated Epstein with teen girls for sex. She was taken into custody in New Hampshire.
  
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• WATCH LIVE: President Donald Trump gives press briefing as US sees new daily COVID-19 case record, passing 50K

  02-07-2020 15:28
  
  The United States saw a new daily infection record for COVID-19, over 50,000 cases.
  
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• Coronavirus USA: US sees new daily COVID-19 case record, passing 50K

  02-07-2020 15:15
  The United States saw a new daily infection record for COVID-19, over 50,000 cases.
  
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• Man says he was hit, kicked by security guard outside northwest Fresno restaurant: Video

  02-07-2020 15:04
  Jesus Bautista said he was wrestled to the ground and kicked by a security guard while leaving Culichi Town. Video of the altercation was captured by other customers.
  
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• Fort Hood soldier promoted to Specialist despite missing status

  02-07-2020 14:45
  Fort Hood leaders will be holding a public conference Thursday to discuss the case of Houston native Vanessa Guillen.
  
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• US adds 4.8 million jobs as unemployment falls to 11.1% amid pandemic

  02-07-2020 14:41
  
  U.S. employers added a substantial 4.8 million jobs in June, and the unemployment rate fell to 11.1%, as the job market improved for a second straight month.
  
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• Fort Hood leaders to give update on Vanessa Guillen's investigation

  02-07-2020 14:30
  The press conference comes just one day after a suspect related to her case died by a suicide.
  
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• A predicted surge in US job growth for June might not last amid resurgent coronavirus

  02-07-2020 14:15
  
  U.S. employers likely rehired several million more workers in June.
  
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• Walmart turning 160 parking lots into drive-in movie theaters

  02-07-2020 13:50
  
  Walmart will be turning 160 of their store parking lots into drive-in movie theaters this summer.
  
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• Mom who survived leukemia battle and gave birth to twins has died

  02-07-2020 13:47
  "She fought until she had nothing left to give. My daughter did not lose her battle. She won! She is a warrior!" Susie Rabaca's mom said.
  
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• Background checks, a metric for gun sales, hit all-time high

  02-07-2020 13:44
  Historic numbers of background checks to purchase or possess a firearm were done in June, a trend in a year marked by uncertainty over the coronavirus pandemic, a subsequent economic recession, protests over racial injustice and calls to reduce police funding.
  
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• Wisconsin man survives 97-day coronavirus hospital stay, plans to hit the golf course soon

  02-07-2020 13:34
  
  The 65-year-old said he had been in good health and had no idea how he contracted the virus.
  
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• Optimism turns to frustration as Fresno's indoor entertainment venues prepare to close again

  02-07-2020 08:25
  Governor Gavin Newsom announced the closure of all indoor entertainment venues for the next three weeks due to a surge in coronavirus cases.
  
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• Fresno restaurants trying to survive after being forced to shut down indoor seating again

  02-07-2020 08:25
  Frustrated, worried restaurant owners say they're having to adjust staffing, cancel reservations, and endure huge losses again after Gov. Newsom ordered restaurants to stop indoor services immediately due to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
  
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• Tulare County family bound, held at gunpoint while home invaders robbed them

  02-07-2020 04:20
  
  Authorities are searching for three suspects who held a Tulare County family at gunpoint while robbing their home on Tuesday night.
  
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• In Porterville, hospital close to next phase of COVID surge plan and state surge site reactivated

  02-07-2020 03:52
  Hospitals in Tulare County are taking measures to deal with a sudden influx of coronavirus patients as the number of COVID-19 cases surges in the county.
  
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• Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in southwest Fresno

  02-07-2020 03:47
  
  The CHP says the man was walking on the shoulder heading south on Elm Ave. near W. North Ave. when the vehicle hit him, then drove off.
  
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• Special Olympics summer games goes on despite COVID-19

  02-07-2020 03:31
  Monday, the Summer Olympics had their opening ceremony night, and this week winners will be announced.
  
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• Fresno Grizzlies looking for ways to pay Chukchansi Park rent

  02-07-2020 03:30
  While Chukchansi Park sits silent, the Fresno Grizzlies continue to look at ways to meet rent obligations which total half a million dollars a year.
  
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• How hospitals are adapting as coronavirus surge reaches Central Valley

  02-07-2020 03:15
  Fresno County hospitals are filling up with coronavirus patients. State hospital data shows 171 in the county's hospitals Wednesday, up 68 patients - or 66% - in the last two weeks.
  
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