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Friday, March 28, 2025 12:11PM King Charles III has been seen in public one day after his brief hospitalization for the side effects from his cancer treatment. LONDON — King Charles III smiled and waved to members of the public Friday as he left his home in London, the day after a brief hospitalization for the side effects from his cancer treatment. The king’s appointments for the day were canceled following his “short period of observation in hospital” on Thursday, Buckingham Palace said. The king’s health has been closely watched ever since early last year when he announced that he had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer. Charles was seen as he left Clarence House in the back of a black Audi. Tourist Julian Mati said he was relieved to see the king looked well. “We were horrified when we heard the news yesterday,” Mati said. “We had come down to the palace today to take pictures but we never imagined we would see the king. To see him smiling and waving, it’s such a relief.” Charles, 76, stepped away from public engagements

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SAN JOSE – San Jose Sharks forward Tyler Toffoli believes he should have a few more goals than he does right now with 11 games left in the regular season. But it’s tough to imagine the Sharks feeling like he’s had a disappointing year, considering what he’s meant to the team on and off the ice. The 32-year-old Toffoli scored his 26th and 27th goals of the season on Thursday. But the Sharks, after allowing a game-tying goal to William Nylander with 13.2 seconds left in regulation time, saw Will Smith and Macklin Celebrini score in the shootout to earn a wild, 6-5 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs before an announced crowd of 15,514 at SAP Center. Toffoli’s second goal gave the Sharks a 5-3 lead at the 3:02 mark of the third period, a lead San Jose did a fine job protecting until the final minute of regulation time. Then the Sharks allowed goals to John Tavares and Nylander, as the Leafs scored twice after pulling goalie Joseph Woll for the extra attacker. Still, Toffoli and the Sharks were not about to fret

Two violent earthquakes rocked Thailand and Myanmar, prompting evacuations of buildings. A skyscraper being built in Bangkok collapsed.

By Jon Haworth, ABC News Friday, March 28, 2025 7:38AM Stream Southern California’s News Leader and Original Shows 24/7 An earthquake with a 7.7 magnitude has rocked Southeast Asia on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey. USGS is reporting the epicenter of the quake was in Mandalay, Myanmar, but reports are emerging of the quake being felt as far south as Bangkok in Thailand. Alarms reportedly went off in buildings across the Thai capital city when the earthquake hit around 1:30 p.m., according to the Associated Press. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

Friday, March 28, 2025 6:22AM A Valley man has been convicted of selling stolen catalytic converters in a multi-million dollar scheme. FRESNO, Calif. — A Valley man has been convicted of selling stolen catalytic converters in a multi-million dollar scheme. Federal prosecutors say 72-year-old George Thomas was running the theft ring where thousands of auto parts were stolen in the Fresno area before being taken to Oregon to be sold. Authorities say Thomas made over $2.7 million selling the stolen parts. Evidence from the trial proved that between January 2021 and November 2022, Thomas purchased parts from a group of thieves to steal the catalytic converters. He provided instructions on the types of converters he was looking for and how to best cut the parts off vehicles. Thomas also loaned some of the thieves money for electric saws and bail. He has also been convicted of structuring the money from the stolen parts in an effort to hide his financial activities from the government. Prosecutors say that after his arrest in 2023, reports of converter theft in the Fresno area decreased by more than 60%.

Friday, March 28, 2025 5:47AM Ag students at Central High School now have a brand new state-of-the-art barn on their campus. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Ag students at Central High School now have a brand new state-of-the-art barn on their campus. This is helping students continue the agricultural heritage that makes our community thrive. On Thursday, Action News sat down with Central High Ag instructor June Bettencourt and FFA member Emma Cruz about a special delivery that took the hands-on learning to the next level. Copyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Friday, March 28, 2025 5:25AM California’s embattled high-speed rail project needs a lot more money, and it needs it soon. Lawmakers found out this week they have until next June to secure $7 billion. That money would go to finishing the first section of the rail project between Merced and Bakersfield. The price tag for the whole San Francisco to LA line is at least $100 billion. Lawmakers are waiting on an overdue project update that’s now expected to come out this summer. Even with the money, the project may not be safe. The Trump administration is currently investigating the use of $4 billion worth of federal funds. Copyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Friday, March 28, 2025 5:16AM A well-known South Valley family is excited to carry on the tradition of a beloved ice cream shop in Hanford. HANFORD, Calif. (KFSN) — A well-known South Valley family is excited to carry on the tradition of a beloved ice cream shop in Hanford. Earlier this week, a real estate agent confirmed with Action News that ‘Superior Dairy’ in Hanford has been sold for $2.3 million. On Thursday, the city confirmed that the Zonneveld Family has purchased the iconic business. They had reportedly been interested in acquiring it even before it hit the market in October of last year, following the retirement of the previous owner, Tim Jones. The family says they are excited to share their vision for the future as plans continue to develop. Copyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

By JIM VERTUNO, Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A federal judge’s rebuke of Texas housing prisoners in lockups without air conditioning stopped short of ordering a fix before summer in what has become of one the country’s biggest lawsuits over keeping prisoners safe during dangerous extreme heat. But U.S. District Judge Robert Pitman’s warnings to Texas to act after finding the conditions in the prison system unconstitutional could resonate elsewhere in the U.S. where similar challenges are ongoing, according to attorneys leading the Texas case and other prisoner advocates. Texas is just one of several states, mostly in the South, facing lawsuits over prison conditions when temperatures often rise above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. In Louisiana, a group of men incarcerated at a state penitentiary this week again asked a federal judge to take steps to protect prisoners doing outdoor agricultural labor in dangerous heat. “Texas is the largest prison system in the country and the judge found it to be acting in an unconstitutional manner and indifferent to dangerous conditions,” said Jeff Edwards, lead attorney in the Texas case. “Every warden and leader of

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump revealed his intentions to reshape the Smithsonian Institution with an executive order Thursday that targets funding to programs with “divisive narratives” and “improper ideology.” Related Articles What is ‘classified’ information? What are ‘secure’ communications? Here’s a primer Judge says he will order government to preserve Signal messages about Houthi military strike Trump withdraws Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination for UN ambassador, citing tight GOP House margin New US airstrike campaign targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels more intense than last, AP review finds Musk announces $1 million for Wisconsin voter in Supreme Court race. Opposition calls it ‘corrupt’ Trump said there has been a “concerted and widespread” effort over the past decade to rewrite American history by replacing “objective facts” with a “distorted narrative driven by ideology rather than truth.” He signed an executive order putting Vice President JD Vance in charge of an effort to “remove improper ideology” from the Smithsonian Institution, including its museums, education and research centers and the National Zoo.

CINCINNATI — Wilmer Flores was never himself last season. He injured his knee early. He tried to play through the pain. He ended up with the worst season of his career, one that ended with him undergoing season-ending Tenex procedure on his 33rd birthday. Still, the Giants’ brass maintained faith. They believed that with a clean bill of health, Flores could get back to the form he exhibited in 2023, when he hit a career-high 23 homers. Thursday, that faith was rewarded in the form of a go-ahead, three-run home run that delivered a 6-4 Opening Day win over the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. One game does not make a season, but if for just a day, San Francisco’s conviction in Flores is paying dividends. “He’s built for those moments,” said left fielder Heliot Ramos, the Giants’ 19th consecutive Opening Day outfielder in the last 19 years. “The fact that it was him was super cool to see, bouncing back from last year and all the injuries.” Added manager Bob Melvin: “He’s usually better when there’s more money on the line.” For

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LEMOORE, Calif. (KFSN) — A tasty jackpot is ready to pay off at Coyote Grille inside Tachi Palace inLemoore. “Just a diverse menu, a little bit of everything,” says Executive Chef CesarVenegas. “Our steakhouse is for whatever appetite you have, we have an entree for.” We started big, with a 35-ounce steak. It’s served with asparagus, locally-grown shishito peppers and red jalapenos. The massive steak is served with a homemade whiskey bourbon sauce with hints of soy sauce and roasted garlic. Speaking of whiskey, connoisseurs have been impressed with the large selection. They include “The Last Drop,” which goes for $1,000 a glass. “The response has been incredible,” says Director of Food and Beverage, Jay Yates. “Ever sinceCOVID, there’s been a bourbon boom, especially for luxury bourbon.” You can also enjoy one of my favorites- a hard-to-find lobster roll. “Now that you mentioned it, I haven’t seen a lobster roll around these areas,” Venegas said. You can dip into the chipotle dipping sauce with a slight kick or butter. “Surf and Turf” features a one-pound Australian lobster with an 8-ounce filet mignon. Once you cut

Friday, March 28, 2025 1:57AM Fresno State students and faculty gathered at the peace garden on campus Thursday to honor the late civil rights and labor movement activist Cesar Chavez. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Fresno State students and faculty gathered at the peace garden on campus Thursday to honor the late civil rights and labor movement activist Cesar Chavez. “Cesar Chavez is our role model and example; he did a lot of great things for the community, he was a visionary, he taught us the way to advocate for our community in many ways,” said keynote speaker Raul Moreno. Fresno State’s College Assistance Migrant Program, also known as “CAMP,” and the Cross Cultural and Gender Center hosted the annual commemoration to celebrate the legacy of the Mexican American farm labor leader and civil rights activist. For Academic Advisor Jose Mundo, he says it goes beyond Chavez, it’s about making sure everyone feels welcomed. “I feel like I’m honoring our students, their families, their parents who work in the fields, who work in packing houses, fisheries, dairies, who do all the labor in the agricultural industry,”

Friday, March 28, 2025 1:56AM Domestic violence has now claimed another life in Fresno. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Domestic violence has now claimed another life in Fresno. “It was very apparent that she was suffering multiple injuries, visible injuries,” Fresno Police Department Lt. Paul Cervantes said of Christina Meza on Thursday. She was 32. Police arrested Timothy Goodloe. They say he abused and killed Meza last Saturday morning. EMS first responded to a call of medical distress. The case quickly became a death investigation. “When officers arrived there, it became very apparent that she was a victim and suffered numerous injuries,” Cervantes said. Investigators revealed Goodloe, now the suspect, was the 911 caller. “It appears that she was in some medical distress, and he felt it necessary to call on her behalf,” Cervantes said. Goodloe and Meza were in a relationship, and police were actively investigating Goodloe for a previous case of domestic violence on March 10, 12 days before Meza died. He had an active arrest warrant. “Attempts were made to arrest him for that violation, and unfortunately and tragically, that never happened,” Cervantes

Faith leaders are working to build trust among migrant communities as deportations continue to be carried out. Friday, March 28, 2025 1:27AM Valley faith leaders and local law enforcement met on Thursday with a common goal of building trust among the migrant communities. FRESNO, Calif. — Valley faith leaders and local law enforcement met on Thursday with a common goal of building trust among the migrant communities. Members from the Fresno Police Department, the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office, and the Mexican Consulate in Fresno also joined in the discussion. “Right now we have seen an increase of fear from around the community, but what we’re trying to do is to encourage them to not let the fear paralyze them, but instead take actions,” said Valeria Solorio, Mexican Consulate of Fresno. Those actions include attending monthly immigration workshops and carrying red cards that detail immigrants’ rights. The discussion turned toward ICE after Father Jose Sanchez shared an experience from one of his congregants that happened two weeks ago at the Madera Courthouse. “She shared with me that her husband had been arrested because he was driving

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CINCINNATI — Jerar Encarnacion’s late injury aside, the Giants had an objectively great spring. They went 21-6. They were third in ERA and OPS. They excelled in every facet of the game. Down to their last out on Thursday afternoon, they took the right swings in the right moments to win their first real game of the season, too. The Giants opened their first season under president of baseball operations Buster Posey with a 6-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park, scoring four runs in the ninth on Patrick Bailey’s game-tying single and Wilmer Flores’ three-run, go-ahead homer. The Giants entered the ninth inning trailing, 3-2, but put runners at the corners with one out as Jung Hoo Lee drew a walk and Matt Chapman singled to right field. Ramos struck out and brought San Francisco down to its last out, but Bailey shot a single into right field past the diving Matt McClain to tie the game up at three apiece. That set the stage for Flores, who sent the crowd into a cacophony of boos with a go-ahead, three-run homer to