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Saturday, May 18, 2024 5:29AM A new pilot program aims to charge drivers for using the roads based on how much they actually drive. LOS ANGELES — California roads are maintained through gas tax revenue, but that’s dwindling with the increase in the number of electric vehicles. A new pilot program aims to charge drivers for using the roads based on how much they actually drive – removing California’s gas tax and replace it with a mileage tax instead. Caltrans spokesperson Lauren Prehoda said maintaining roadways costs around between $8 billion to $9 billion a year with the vast majority of the funds coming from California’s gas taxes, which are collected every time a driver fills their gas tank. According to Caltrans, California now has more than 1.2 million hybrid or electric vehicles registered in the state, which means gas tax revenues are falling. “On average, Californians pay about $300 a year in state gas taxes,” Prehoda said. “EVs have a $100 (annual) registration fee… that’s a $200 million a year loss.” To bridge that gap, Caltrans is proposing what it calls the California Road

LOS ANGELES — Dabney Coleman, the mustachioed character actor who specialized in smarmy villains like the chauvinist boss in “9 to 5” and the nasty TV director in “Tootsie,” has died. He was 92. Coleman died Thursday at his home in Santa Monica, his daughter, Quincy Coleman, said in a statement to The Associated Press. She said he “took his last earthly breath peacefully and exquisitely.” “The great Dabney Coleman literally created, or defined, really – in a uniquely singular way – an archetype as a character actor. He was so good at what he did it’s hard to imagine movies and television of the last 40 years without him,” Ben Stiller wrote on X. For two decades Coleman labored in movies and TV shows as a talented but largely unnoticed performer. That changed abruptly in 1976 when he was cast as the incorrigibly corrupt mayor of the hamlet of Fernwood in “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman,” a satirical soap opera that was so over the top no network would touch it. Producer Norman Lear finally managed to syndicate the show, which starred Louise Lasser in

By James Sepeda Saturday, May 18, 2024 3:22AM Fresno States commencement ceremonies are happening all weekend long at the Save Mart Center. FRESNO Calif. (KFSN) — Fresno States commencement ceremonies are happening all weekend long at the Save Mart Center. University officials say there are more that 6,100 graduates this spring. The schedule for Saturday and Sunday’s portion of the celebration ceremonies can be found here. If you are unable to attend in person, there is a live stream of all the ceremonies on the Fresno State Commencement website. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Chrissy Teigen, Tyra Banks, Roshumba Williams and Lily Aldridge talk about empowerment and inclusion By Gina Sirico Saturday, May 18, 2024 1:54AM Chrissy Teigen, Kate Upton, Lily Aldridge and Roshumba Williams are among the Sports Illustrated legends gracing the covers of the 60th anniversary Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue. NEW YORK CITY — The pages of the Sport Illustrated Swimsuit Issue have featured many a legend. To celebrate its 60th anniversary, lots of legends gathered to grace the cover for this special occasion. “I feel like this cover especially is just a celebration of womanhood and empowerment and I feel very honored to be part of it,” Lily Aldridge told On The Red Carpet at the launch party in New York City. “It’s just so good to be able to come together on different chapters in our life (sic)and also to be celebrated. It’s really special,” said Molly Sims. The magazine is releasing solo covers as well as three collectible covers, featuring the SI legends. On The Red Carpet fashion expert Roshumba Williams has been working with Sports Illustrated since 1989. She’s appeared in the magazine

SAN FRANCISCO — The man convicted of attempting to kidnap then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and attacking her husband with a hammer was sentenced Friday to 30 years in prison. Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley handed down the sentence for David DePape, 44, whom jurors found guilty last November of attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official. Prosecutors had asked for a 40-year prison term. DePape was given 20 years for one count and 30 years for another count. The sentences will run concurrently. He was also given credit for the 18 months that he’s been in custody. DePape stood silently as Judge Corley handed the sentence and looked down at times. His public defense attorneys had asked the judge to sentence him to 14 years, pointing out that he was going through a difficult time in his life and had no prior criminal history. Corley said she took into account when giving DePape’s sentence the fact that he broke into the home of public official, an unprecedented act in the history of the country. “He actually

The playoff runs of the Turlock Christian and Hughson High varsity baseball teams came to an end on Wednesday, as each team lost the second game of their respective best-of-three Sac Joaquin Section semifinal series.

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SAN FRANCISCO — It took the Giants almost a week and multiple medical opinions before they could confirm what Jung Hoo Lee knew as soon as his left shoulder collided with the chain-link cutout in the center field fence Sunday afternoon. “When I hit the fence, I knew at that moment that I had dislocated it,” Lee said Friday through interpreter Justin Han. After 37 games, his rookie season is over. Lee, 25, will undergo surgery in the coming weeks to repair the labrum he tore on the play. Initial MRIs revealed structural damage, and a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Thursday confirmed the need for surgery. “It’s not how I thought about ending my rookie season,” Lee said, addressing reporters for the first time since suffering the season-ending injury. “From all the baseball career I’ve had, this could be one of the most disappointing seasons I’ve had.” At the same time, the rookie said the past six weeks “was the happiest moments of my baseball career. “I’ll never forget the time here that I have spent this season,” he

STOCKTON – Two people were rushed to a hospital Saturday morning following a violent confrontation. At about 9:00am police officers were called to an apartment complex on the 1500 block of East 11th Street. Early indications suggest officers were responding to a report of a man armed with a knife. The person calling for help was a child of the man and woman involved, and said their dad was threatening to stab their mom. Arriving officers located the suspect and a shooting occurred. The involved woman was also found with stab wounds. Both were transported to a hospital with injuries and as of this publication, their conditions were unknown. Residents in the area were shocked at the incident. One man who declined to provide his name and lived across the street said that the neighborhood and apartment complex is relatively calm, and that most people who lived around him are respectful of each other. He was taking a shower and heard three or four gunshots, and a large amount of sirens shortly after. The incident came as a surprise and felt very out of place

SAN FRANCISCO — Jung Hoo Lee, the Giants’ Korean sensation, will not play again this season. The 25-year-old center fielder will undergo surgery in the coming weeks to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder, the club announced Friday. Related Articles San Francisco Giants | As injuries pile up, Matos, Ramos to get extended look for SF Giants San Francisco Giants | Kurtenbach: Logan Webb showed the new-look SF Giants the way forward. Can this team follow its leader? San Francisco Giants | All Oakland Ballers games will air on Bay Area radio San Francisco Giants | Led by Webb’s strong start, Matos’ highlight-reel grab, SF Giants avoid sweep vs. Dodgers San Francisco Giants | With Bailey, Murphy banged up, SF Giants sign veteran to shore up catching depth Lee dislocated his shoulder Sunday when he collided with the outfield wall while attempting to make a leaping grab. While initial MRIs revealed structural damage, a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Thursday confirmed the need for surgery. The timeline to return to the field, according to president of baseball operations

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — On Tuesdays, you’ll find Clovis High baseball’s John Kasten behind the dish. “Honestly, I just love to compete,” he said. Later in the week, he’s on the mound as the Cougars’ ace. “Both sides of the ball are really, really fun and I just love to compete my butt off every day,” he said. “Winner, loves Clovis High and wants to get this thing done,” says coach JD Salles. “He’s not just for himself — he’s for the team.” As just a junior, Kasten carries a heavy load for the Cougars, with a fastball that tops out at 94 miles per hour. “Catching isn’t easy, let alone pitching and catching, so it’s more catching and being able to prepare for my start on Friday,” he said. Kasten was named this year’s most outstanding pitcher at the Easter Classic, but Coach Salles says he’s just as good behind the plate. “He’s one of the best throwing catchers probably in the nation,” Salles said. “I know that’s a big statement but if you watch him throw from behind the plate, it definitely carries

Saturday, May 18, 2024 12:21AM Mental health is important at every stage of life. However, as people age, doctors say older adults can face more challenges. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Mental health is important at every stage of life. However, as people age, doctors say older adults can face more challenges. According to the World Health Organization, about 14% of adults 60 years or older live with a mental illness. “Folks who may have depression or mental illness to start with — may grow older. In that case, they’re carrying forward the existing illnesses,” explained Dr. Amit Saini. “At the same time, many chronic conditions, we acquire as we live longer.” Dr. Saini practices geriatric medicine at Kaiser Permanente Fresno, while also helping at various Valley nursing homes. He sees firsthand how life changes, such as the death of a spouse or isolation from loved ones, can impact those who are older. “When I do not have the sense of purpose, then I may lose interest,” he said. “I may not be motivated to do exercises and do all these good things that are important

“Operation Gridlock” is one of the largest investigative operations undertaken in Fresno’s history. Saturday, May 18, 2024 3:29AM Dozens of people were arrested as part of a multi-agency operation cracking down on gang violence in Fresno County. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Dozens of people were arrested as part of a multi-agency operation cracking down on gang violence in Fresno County. On Friday, Fresno Police Chief Paco Balderamma was joined by leaders from local, state, and federal agencies to announce the results of a months-long investigation called Operation Gridlock. The operation began last fall and ended just Thursday when investigators served search warrants in Madera, Clovis, Fresno, and Visalia. Police say they found nearly 60 illegal guns, 1,000 rounds of ammunition, and drugs. Fresno police, other local agencies, and even federal law enforcement officers arrested 32 people. Authorities say the people arrested were involved in four gangs that were forming an alliance with each other. Balderrama says the arrests have made the streets safer. “The City of Fresno is our home, and we are dedicated to protecting all our community members from violence and harm. This

Saturday, May 18, 2024 12:17AM A South Valley non-profit is recognizing local service members with beautiful banners across the City of Visalia. VISALIA, Calif. (KFSN) — A South Valley non-profit is recognizing local service members with beautiful banners across the city of Visalia. The Brave Project Visalia is expanding – and hosting a celebration this weekend. We sat down with the executive director, Dustin Cole, to talk about its mission. For news updates, follow Vanessa Vasconcelos on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Detectives are still investigating if the woman intentionally ran over the man, so they are not calling it a murder case yet. Friday, May 17, 2024 11:54PM A man has died after police say he was run over by a vehicle in central Fresno Friday morning, and now they’re searching for the driver who left the scene. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — A man has died after police say he was run over by a vehicle in central Fresno Friday morning, and now they’re searching for the driver who left the scene. It happened around 10:30 am Friday in the parking lot in front of Planet Fitness on Blackstone and Dakota. Fresno police say a man in his 50s and woman got into an argument that escalated and led to the woman running the man over. Officials have not confirmed if the man and woman knew each other. It’s unclear what they had been arguing about leading up to the incident. He was rushed to Community Regional Medical Center, where he died. Detectives are still investigating if the woman intentionally ran over the man, so they

A man is in custody more than a week after actor Steve Buscemi was punched in an apparent random attack in New York City.

Lynn O’Rourke Hayes | (TNS) FamilyTravel.com It’s the season for family vacations. Here are five ideas to consider. Beaches Resorts (Ocho Rios or Negril, Jamaica) Access your slice of sun-filled fun during a family vacation at one of two Beaches Resorts in Jamaica. Both all-inclusive options provide an endless list of activities and adventures to keep every member of your family happily engaged. Relax on the private white-sand beach, dip into your choice of five swimming pools and a Pirates Island water park or learn something new in a pool dedicated for scuba practice. While the younger kids will want to hang with on-site Sesame Street characters, the older crew will be busy sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, paddle boarding or perfecting their swing within the golf program for kids. Lodging options include spacious guest rooms and family suites designed for large and multigenerational clans. Butler and nanny services are also a possibility. Ask about special air and land promotions. For more: www.beaches.com Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve (Puerto Rico) Guests are drawn to this luxurious, sun-drenched resort for its pristine coastline, dining venues that pay homage

By Craig Joseph | NerdWallet Checklists are a key step in travel preparation for many people. Passport — check. Phone charger — check. But have you checked to make sure you’re fully utilizing the travel perks offered by your credit card? Whether you’re a seasoned jetsetter or a novice traveler seeing the world for the first time, benefits from the right credit card can make a trip more convenient and more comfortable. That’s good news for the 50% of Americans who plan to travel more in 2024 than 2023, according to a survey by IPX1031, a Fidelity National Financial Company. Here’s a credit card checklist to review before you hit the road this summer. 1. Bring a card First things first — be sure to bring a credit card! Many airlines, and even entire airports, are now cash-free. That means you’ll need a card to pay for that pre-departure drink or in-flight snack. You might even earn bonus rewards. For example, if restaurants are a bonus category for your card, sit-down establishments within the airport will usually still earn that higher rewards rate. If your

Container gardens offer instant gratification to those who want to enjoy flowers and plants all summer long. Fill a pot with soil, pick your plants and voila! The payoff comes in having a beautiful garden to enjoy. Gardens in a pot are perfect for those who crave variety. “You can change things every year and through the seasons,” says Annie Huston, co-owner of Denver boutique Birdsall & Co. and a longtime garden designer. A mixture of eye-popping annual flowers might suit you one spring, while a mix of tropical plants and succulents might be to your liking the next. And when summer turns to fall, you can replace plants with new ones to transition into the cooler months. With so many choices, where do you begin? We asked Huston to break down the process. Annie Huston, owner of Birdsall & Co., right, shows a collection of flowering plants that make for good container gardens at Birdsall & Co in Englewood, Colorado on April 24, 2024. In the photo Huston is holding from left to right clockwise a Super Moon red zonal geranium, left, a Main Street

By Jackie Varriano | The Seattle Times (TNS) SEATTLE — I remember blushing over my first romance novel, liberated from my mother’s bookshelf. The clinch cover featured legendary Italian model Fabio in a passionate, shirtless embrace with our heroine. It was a neon sign that screamed “EROTICA.” There was no way I could read it in public or even admit I was reading it. Romance novels were cheesy and embarrassing — even if I enjoyed them. Decades later I have fallen into a rabbit warren of romance and romance-adjacent novels with glee. I’ve changed, romance novels have changed and the romance reading community has changed. Forget Fabio, being a romance reader now is all about fun — even when the characters are morally gray. “If you think about the romance genre, the staying power is there. It’s just the shame has been removed,” said Andrea Pangilinan, bookseller at Third Place Books in Seward Park. The caveat — and appeal — of a romance novel for her is that “you’re guaranteed a happy ending.” However, Pangilinan notes the romance world is “so big,” and the idea of

Ernie Suggs | (TNS) The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ATLANTA — On Sunday, President Joe Biden will step foot on a college campus for the first time since student protests over the war in Gaza at dozens of American universities, including some in Georgia, escalated to encampments, arrests and concerns about rising antisemitism. Biden’s remarks at Morehouse College in Atlanta, where he is scheduled to give the commencement address, will be closely scrutinized as some have called for protests of his support of the Israeli government’s actions in the region. While the White House hasn’t shared many details about what Biden will say at Morehouse, it’s possible he’ll talk about the campus demonstrations. Biden said in a radio interview on Atlanta’s V-103 Wednesday morning that “I’ve been very clear, every American has the right to peacefully protest,” but added it’s unacceptable when it “crosses the line to hate speech.” Presidents have often used commencement addresses during challenging moments for the nation to outline their positions on issues. The tradition dates back at least to 1902 when President Theodore Roosevelt addressed the Naval Academy — the most frequent commencement destination.