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Sunday, May 19, 2024 8:56PM Sean “Diddy” Combs was seen physically assaulting his former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in 2016 on hotel surveillance video obtained by CNN. Sean “Diddy” Combs admitted Sunday that he beat his ex-girlfriend in a hotel hallway in 2016 after CNN released video of the attack, saying in a video apology he was “truly sorry” and his actions were “inexcusable.” “I take full responsibility for my actions in that video. I was disgusted then when I did it. I’m disgusted now,” the music mogul said in a video statement posted Sunday to Instagram and Facebook. The video aired Friday shows Combs, wearing only a white towel, punching and kicking Cassie, an R&B singer who was his protege and longtime girlfriend at the time. The footage also shows Combs shoving and dragging Cassie, and throwing a vase in her direction. Cassie, whose legal name is Cassandra Ventura, sued Combs in November over what she said was years of sexual, physical and emotional abuse. The suit was settled the next day, but spurred intense scrutiny of Combs, with several more lawsuits filed in the

Sunday, May 19, 2024 8:48PM The California Highway Patrol is investigating a multi-vehicle crash in Fresno County that killed a woman on Saturday night. FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — The woman who was killed by a suspected DUI driver in Fresno County Saturday night has been identified. The video above is from an earlier story and will be updated. The Fresno County Coroner’s Office has identified her as 65-year-old Mary Hardin of Helotes, Texas. Officials say Hardin was in the Central Valley serving as part of a Mormon Missionary. The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of northbound Highway 41 and Manning Avenue. The California Highway Patrol says a Nissan and a Camaro were stopped at the intersection’s light when a man driving a Ford pickup truck rear-ended the Nissan, pushing it into the Camaro. The woman driving the Nissan, now known as Hardin, died at the scene. An unidentified man in the car with Hardin was rushed to the hospital with significant injuries. The man driving the Camaro and the Ford driver were also taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

Sunday, May 19, 2024 8:25PM It was a packed house as the Class of 2024 and their families honored their accomplishments at Fresno State’s Latino Commencement. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — It’s a moment the students had been working toward their entire college careers. It was a packed house as the Class of 2024, and their families, honored their accomplishments. “It’s nice to celebrate with people who come from similar backgrounds and have a cultural understanding,” graduate Alejandro Rojas said. On Saturday evening, Fresno State held its 48th Chicano/Latino Commencement Ceremony. During the event, graduates heard from some big pillars not just in the Valley, but in the nation. One of them being Xavier Becerra, the first Latino to hold the position of Health and Human Services Secretary. Smiling and emotional graduates walked into the arena, with their family, friends, and professors cheering them on. Decorated grad caps represented where they come from and thanked their families for all the live and support. Becerra served as the keynote speaker. He shared his journey as a first-generation graduate. “Like many of you, I was the son of

Sunday, May 19, 2024 8:10PM A kayaker is safe and out of the water after being rescued from the Merced River. This was the second rescue from the river this week. MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — A kayaker is safe and out of the water after being rescued from the Merced River. The Merced County sheriff’s office says that around 5:15 p.m. Saturday, the Deputies’ Search and Rescue Team responded to the river near Snelling for a stranded kayaker. Deputies used an inflatable rescue boat to get the kayaker out of the water safely. They issued a citation to the kayaker as the Merced and the San Joaquin rivers remain closed. RELATED: Merced and San Joaquin rivers remain closed in Merced County This comes after another rescue in the middle of the river just three days ago. Deputies rescued two people who were hanging onto a tiny tree. Deputies say rescues like this are taking away resources as they continue to search for the 17-year-old that was swept away in the river last weekend. RELATED: Search for missing teen continues as water levels rise in

On this “Face the Nation” broadcast, Sen. J.D. Vance and Sen. Gary Peters join Margaret Brennan.

Police in Savannah, Georgia, are investigating a shooting that injured 11 people in the city’s downtown area late on Saturday night.

American and Nigerien defense officials say U.S. troops ordered out of Niger by its ruling junta will complete their withdrawal from the West African country by the middle of September.

The Ohio Republican has previously praised Orbán’s approach to state universities in Hungary, saying his way could be the model for eliminating what he views as a left-wing bias at American universities.

CHICO — A culture is key to the success of any athletic program, and when Chico High head coach Brian Thomas took over at the helm of the Panthers’ baseball program, he knew this is where it started. Thomas returned to the home field at Butte College — where he was the pitching coach and associate head coach for 10 seasons — on Saturday, leading the Panthers in their chase for their first Northern Section championship since 2017. The No. 1 seed Panthers (21-6-1) won a pitchers’ duel in Saturday’s Northern Section Division II Super Regional Championship against Red Bluff, defeating the Spartans 2-0. It was Chico’s 14th win in its past 15 games, and the Panthers continued to “ride the wave” wearing their Hawaii-themed, “Ohana” jerseys Saturday. “When you implement a program, your first concern early is are they going to understand the culture you’re trying to implement, which is ultimately more of a mindset,” said Thomas. “Our culture is attitude and effort, plain and simple.” Thomas said that mindset he hoped to implement with the Panthers comes from his previous coaching experience with

Warriors beat writer Danny Emerman shares his thoughts on the NBA playoffs and beyond. As was the case with Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, there’s no Nikola Jokic stopper. The three-time MVP looks and plays nothing like MJ or Kobe, but that’s the truth. Rudy Gobert looked like a car dealership inflatable tube trying to guard Jokic 1-on-1. Draymond Green said he could do better, but his track record says otherwise. Last time Green and Jokic matched up in the playoffs, Jokic solved the Warriors after two games — he averaged 34.7 points, 15 rebounds and 6.3 assists on 65.6 percent shooting in the last three games of the series. Last time they met in the regular season, Jokic dropped 32/16/16. Just like Gobert and the Wolves, the Warriors often have more success with Kevon Looney checking Jokic and Green roaming behind as a help defender. But again, nobody stops Jokic. The most successful defenders against him in isolation are Ivica Zubac and Jusuf Nurkic — two of the only players who can match his physicality. Gobert and Green will always be linked, not only

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was traveling in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province when the helicopter was forced to land due to weather. A rescue is underway.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi suffered a “hard landing” on Sunday, Iranian state media reported, without elaborating. Some began urging the public to pray for Raisi and the others on board as rescue crews sped through a misty, rural forest where his helicopter was believed to be. Raisi was traveling in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province. State TV said the incident happened near Jolfa, a city on the border with with the nation of Azerbaijan, some 600 kilometers (375 miles) northwest of the Iranian capital, Tehran. Later, the TV put it farther east near the village of Uzi, but details remained contradictory. Traveling with Raisi were Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, the governor of Iran’s East Azerbaijan province and other officials and bodyguards, the state-run IRNA news agency reported. One local government official used the word “crash” to describe the incident, but he acknowledged to an Iranian newspaper that he had yet to reach the site himself. Neither IRNA nor state TV offered any information on Raisi’s condition. However, hard-liners urged the public to pray for him. State TV

Watch the full version of Margaret Brennan’s interview with Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates that aired on May 19, 2024, on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.”

The following is a transcript of an interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on May 19, 2024.

SAN JOSE – Brock Purdy sat rapt with attention on the California Theatre stage. Next to him, Steve Young, Jeff Garcia and Alex Smith reminisced about their best playoff wins as 49ers quarterbacks when, organically, it was time to teach the new kid about storied Candlestick Park. “It’s too bad, Brock, as much as Levi’s is a beautiful stadium, that you didn’t get to experience Candlestick,” Garcia said of the 49ers’ 1971-2013 home. “Candlestick breathed,” Young chimed in. “The whole thing kind of moved with you.” Added Smith: “Every time I’m driving by Candlestick Park —  the (freeway) sign still says Candlestick Park – I have my kids in the car and they are very tired of hearing about it. I can’t get it out of my head how electric it was to be a part of that.” That trio then described the swirling winds, a “creepy” tunnel to the locker room, a soggy field that played mind games with opponents, and, storybook victories that vaulted the 49ers among the NFL’s elite franchises. Of course, the most famous game at Candlestick saw the 1981 team

CHICO — Luke Mobilio, son of fallen Red Bluff police officer David Mobilio, made many proud by graduating from Chico State with a master’s degree in public administration. On stage to give Luke his diploma Thursday was his mother, Linda Dias Mobilio, clinical practice coordinator in the school of education. “The opportunity to hand Luke his diploma onstage as a faculty member was probably one of the most special opportunities I think I could ever have imagined,” she said. “I can not even describe how it felt. I am so proud of him, and to share that moment with him, it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to do that.” Luke Mobilio hugs his mother, Linda, as she presents him with his diploma from Chico State on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Mobilio is the son of David Mobilio, the Red Bluff police officer who was killed In line of duty on Nov. 19, 2002. (Jason Halley/Chico State) Luke Mobilio poses with his mother, Linda, after she presented him with his diploma from Chico State on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Luke plans on pursuing a career in law

Cynthia Erivo, MUNA and Mickalene Thomas among those honored By Amy Becker Sunday, May 19, 2024 12:39PM The Los Angeles LGBT Center held their annual Gala, which celebrates the unwavering dedication and remarkable achievements of LGBTQ+ leaders and advocates. LOS ANGELES — As Pride month rounds the corner, LA is going all out to celebrate. The Los Angeles LGBT Center held their annual Gala, which celebrates the unwavering dedication and remarkable achievements of LGBTQ+ leaders and advocates. The Center is the largest LGBTQ+ organization in the world, and the annual gala marks its most important fundraising event of the year, helping fund programs that provide services to queer and trans people, including health, social services and housing, culture and education, and leadership and advocacy. Honorees of the night included Cynthia Erivo, who received the Schrader Award for her “stellar achievements in entertainment and activism championing the LGBTQ+ community.” Mickalene Thomas received the Vanguard Award for her continued advocacy as an out lesbian, drawing attention to the “intersecting complexities of Black and female identity within the Western canon.” MUNA, the band comprised of Katie Gavin, Naomi

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dario Franchitti, 51; Polly Walker, 58; Grace Jones, 76; Pete Townshend, 79. Happy Birthday: Pay attention to what’s going on behind the scenes. Knowledge is the key to decisions that will add stability to your life and encourage you to surround yourself with people who offer insight and alternatives. Change begins with you, and your success depends on where you derive information to formulate long-term plans. Being open and receptive will help. Your numbers are 2, 14, 17, 24, 28, 37, 43. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take care of responsibilities quickly and increase time spent doing something you enjoy. Consider shortcuts, but don’t leave yourself in a vulnerable position. Follow through, do the legwork yourself and increase your productivity to meet your needs. 3 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Listen, examine what you hear and discard what you don’t like. How you handle change determines the outcome. Don’t give anyone the authority to decide for you. Put together a team that works under your guidance, and choose what’s best for you. 3 stars GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t let an

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Not only does perfect attendance allow students in Stanislaus County to be up to date with their curriculum, but it could also lead to a brand new car, as demonstrated by one Pitman High School student on Friday morning.

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Banyan Tree, a new cannabis dispensary in Northeast Fresno, held its grand opening on Saturday. It’s one of several legal cannabis dispensaries operating in the city. After a very slow start, Fresno City leaders expect cannabis revenue to continue to bloom, with 13 businesses open out of the 19 that are allowed. “Banyan Tree is 100% local, locally owned,” said Ace Castillo, the CEO of Banyan Tree. “Local investments and dollars that came to help open this place.” The City expects to bring in about $7 million in cannabis revenue for the 2025 fiscal year, especially with 13 storefronts now operating. But last year, the city fell short. RELATED: Legal cannabis struggles to reach full bloom as City of Fresno misses projections “It was due largely in part to only having two dispensaries open,” said Fresno City Council President Annalisa Perea. “What we’ve seen recently is a vast influx of new storefronts opening.” Perea said a maximum of 21 dispensaries will be allowed to do business in the city, which would be about three stores per district. Last Thursday, Mayor Jerry