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SAN JOSE – How much respect has San Jose Sharks prospect Will Smith garnered during his outstanding freshman season at Boston College? Jack Eichel, one of the most prominent former players from BC’s fiercest rival, Boston University, supposedly thought Smith deserved to win the Hobey Baker Memorial Award as college hockey’s top men’s player – ahead of Terriers center Macklin Celebrini. “BU alum Jack Eichel told me his vote was for Will Smith for Hobey Baker,” a reporter at Thursday’s Frozen Four press conference in St. Paul, Minn. told Boston College coach Greg Brown. “What has Will meant for your team?” Brown replied, “That’s nice of Jack.” The next reporter’s question to Brown began with, “I can’t wait until the BU folks hear that Jack Eichel voted for Will Smith.” Smith, the Sharks’ fourth overall selection last year who leads all NCAA Division I players in scoring, was not selected as one of the three finalists for the award (Celebrini was one). Nevertheless, it’s been a fairytale season for Smith and his Boston College teammates, one they hope ends with a national championship. Smith, 19

By Sarah D. Wire, Los Angeles Times WASHINGTON — Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, is expected to be pulled from the campaign trail for at least two months starting next week as he stands trial in New York, the first criminal prosecution of a former president in American history. Trump is accused of falsifying business records in an attempt to hide money paid to an adult film actor to prevent her from going public with claims that she and Trump had sex. It is the only one of the four felony cases Trump currently faces that has a trial date and could be the only one that is completed before election day. Jury selection begins April 15. What are the charges? The trial is over whether Trump falsified business records to cover up a $130,000 payment his lawyer Michael Cohen made in the final days of the 2016 campaign to adult film actor Stormy Daniels for her silence about a 2006 sexual encounter she says she had with Trump. He has pleaded not guilty. Trump also denies Daniels’ claim of a sexual encounter. Former U.S.

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will address a joint meeting of Congress Thursday with some U.S. lawmakers increasingly skeptical about America’s role abroad. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on that and the rest of the happenings in Congress, including gridlock on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

The book covers Rae Wynn-Grant’s remarkable 20-year career, her experiences in the field, and the obstacles she’s overcome in a profession where she often felt like an outsider.

Truong My Lan, a 67-year-old Vietnamese property magnate, has received a death sentence after being convicted of embezzlement, bribery and banking violations in a scheme that defrauded the Saigon Commercial Bank of more than $12 billion over a 10-year period.

Taking an early CD withdrawal typically comes with a penalty, but it could be worth paying in certain scenarios.

The U.S. is counting on Japan to help counter China’s spread of influence. Japan’s increasing military presence on their island of Ishigaki is upsetting locals. If China attacks Taiwan and the U.S. steps in, Japan could end up in the fight, putting Ishigaki on the front line.

Amanda Knox is facing a new trial Thursday in Italy for slander. It stems from a wrongful accusation she made in 2007 while being questioned about the death of her roommate, Meredith Kercher. She was later convicted of murder, then exonerated.

He’s been the object of desire, played Liberace, portrayed an acting coach (Netflix’s “The Kominsky Method”) and even starred as an American president who was falling in love (1995’s “The American President,” opposite Annette Bening). Michael Douglas has a knack for playing famous people, or people who become famous (at least in Hollywood lore) after he has played them. Here are some of his most memorable characters. Inspector Steve Keller (“The Streets of San Francisco”): The long-running TV series (1972-1977) paired up a hot-shot investigator (Douglas) with a police veteran (Karl Malden) and the result was one of the better odd-couple cop series out there. Where to see it: Available to stream on Pluto TV. Adventurer Jack T. Colton (“Romancing the Stone,” “The Jewel of the Nile”): The romantic sparks do fly on screen in this 1984 comedy/drama and its 1985 sequel about a romance novelist (Kathleen Turner) trying to save a kidnapped relative with the help of an exotic bird smuggler (Douglas). The studio had zero confidence in “Stone’s” box-office chances prior to its release, and then it turned into a big hit. Where

The owners say a new concept will be coming soon to the building where “Rollie Rollie” is currently located. Thursday, April 11, 2024 1:31PM A unique ice cream shop in Clovis is preparing to close its doors. CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — A unique ice cream shop in Clovis is preparing to close its doors. Rollie Rollie will officially close next Monday, April 15th. The owners made the announcement on Facebook this week, thanking customers for their support. The shop on Herndon and Fowler Avenues serves rolled ice cream and boba tea. The owners say a new concept will be coming soon to the building where “Rollie Rollie” is currently located. The ice cream shop will be open from 11 am to 9 pm every day through Monday. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Thursday, April 11, 2024 1:28PM A Mexican food staple in Kingsburg is serving its last customers, and you still have time to place an order. KINGSBURG, Calif. (KFSN) — A Mexican food staple in Kingsburg is serving its last customers, and you still have time to place an order. Salazar’s Grill and Bar is set to close this Sunday. The owners posted in March that their lease is expiring for the building on Sierra Street, just off Highway 99. They’ve decided not to renew after 20 years of business. The owners say customers have given them “beautiful memories” and now, they’re starting a new chapter. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

All or just some of the features can be turned on automatically based on time or location, or it can be set for all trips. Thursday, April 11, 2024 1:19PM Those who use Uber now have four more safety options. Those who use Uber now have four more safety options. There’s a pin verification giving riders the option to get a four-digit code to make sure they’re getting in the correct car. There is also a ride check feature that lets you know if a driver goes off course, stops unexpectedly or ends a trip early. An audio recording feature in the app can record your trip and secure the encrypted audio on your phone. Riders can also share their trip with a friend or family member for an added layer of protection. All or just some of the features can be turned on automatically based on time or location, or it can be set for all trips. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Thursday, April 11, 2024 12:20PM An investigation is underway in Hanford after a man was hit and killed by a car. HANFORD, Calif. (KFSN) — An investigation is underway in Hanford after a man was hit and killed by a car. Authorities say it happened at about 8 pm Wednesday on 10th and Cameron streets. Police say they found a man in the street. He had been walking across 10th Street when he was hit. Officers say he was not in the crosswalk. The driver told police she did not see the man and couldn’t avoid hitting him. She stopped after the incident and is cooperating with police. Police say drugs or alcohol were not factors in the crash. The man has not been identified. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Experts say the frescoes on the walls of an ancient banquet hall in Pompeii are among the finest ever found in the city destroyed by a volcano almost 2,000 years ago.

The island home to Hawaii’s capital may be surrounded by ocean, but years-long drought conditions, tourist activities and contamination are jeopardizing the island’s only source of freshwater.

Three mariners were rescued after they spelled out “HELP” with palm leaves on the beach. It marks the second time in four years that castaways were found on the same island.

My fellow authors might disagree, but it seems like sometimes it’s hard to come up with a suitable topic.  This time, however, I felt good – I had two or three plants that were lined up, with reasonable photos for each one.  That changed the other day as we were driving south, back from Redding on I-5.  There were the smoke trees, more eye-catching than ever before, especially looking west while passing over Cottonwood Creek.  (There’s a hint.  Take that trip as soon as you can, during the day, of course.)  I knew I had my plant. In my opinion, the smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria or C. obovatus) is truly one of the great highway plants of Northern California, along with western Redbud and Fremontia.  I’m listing both species because after doing my research, I wasn’t sure which one we saw along the highway.  The first species is Eurasian, whereas the second is native to North America.  The picture I took is of a bus station in Red Bluff.  The Plant finder app identified it as C. coggygria.  I would love to see what the

REDDING — The USDA Forest Service and partners, including the Army Corps of Engineers and  Redding, will celebrate on April 25 the completion of phase 1 in a five-year, $28 million project to expand air tanker loading capabilities by 132 percent at the Redding Interagency Air Attack Base. The upgrades allow for the simultaneous loading of five aircraft, up from two. This base is vital in providing initial and extended attacks for wildfires across the western United States, according to a press release issued Wednesday by the USDA Forest Service. In 2021, the base loaded 3 million gallons of fire retardant. The new configuration offers the potential to load over 6 million gallons. Plus, air tankers will no longer have to wait to be loaded, with direct access from the taxiway to reduce turnaround times. Aviation Management for the Pacific Southwest Region Deputy Director of Fire Fuels Yolanda Saldana said completing this phase is a huge milestone, significantly increasing our ability to accommodate five Next Generation air tankers and fill them simultaneously. “Our firefighting crews and the communities we serve will directly benefit from these

RED BLUFF—The Jolene Kemen Tough Enough to Wear Pink Luncheon returns this year to the Tehama District Fairgrounds on Tuesday, April 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Red Bluff Rotary is gearing up for its annual luncheon that helps to support the local fight against breast cancer. Tickets cost $25 in advance. Attendees will receive a barbecue meal catered by O’Dell BBQ. Activities also include live and silent auctions, entertainment, a dessert raffle, and more surprises. The Green Barn Whiskey Kitchen in Red Bluff will serve signature cocktails and mocktails for the occasion. Tickets are available at the Red Bluff Round-Up Mercantile Store, online or from a Rotarian. All proceeds benefit Tough Enough to Wear Pink via the Red Bluff Round-Up. For 16 years, the Sunday performance at the Red Bluff Round-Up is dedicated to Tough Enough to Wear Pink. Between rodeo events, a live auction unfolds, pitting local business owners and families against each other in a bidding war. The highest bidder secures a giveaway item and contributes to vital breast cancer treatment and care in the area. The combined donations from this

CORNING — In an act of compromise with the public, the City Council Tuesday night decided not to remove all the palm trees on Third and Solano Streets, choosing only to remove three trees that would interfere with the planned storm drain modification and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance. Those involved with the Corning Recreation Center and City Plaza project were concerned that the palm trees could adversely affect the drain modifications and the planned splash pad. According to city staff, this topic has come up several times with the city’s ad hoc committee. An idea presented to the council was to remove the trees on Third Street and Solano Street and replace them with broad-leaf European Beech trees. Paulyne White mourned the loss of Corning’s historical features, like the tower across from Corning City Hall.  According to White, the city does not have evidence to keep Corning ordinances to keep Corning’s historical buildings, which would allow residents to preserve their local history. “The city’s beautiful trees, benches, planters, and family names engraved on bricks were all removed,” she said. “The least we can do