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Margaret Brennan sat down with President Donald Trump’s pick for his National Security Advisor, former Representative Mike Waltz, on Sunday, January 19th for an extended interview about foreign policy and national security during the second Trump presidency.

The Warriors think they have time. Time to “figure this thing out,” as Steph Curry said last week. Time to make that big trade that will turn the Warriors into a true playoff team.. Time to decide if Jonathan Kuminga is or isn’t the future of this franchise. Time to tread water at .500, outside of even the play-in tournament, despite a 12-3 start to the season. And yet time is the one thing the Warriors surely lack. For the last few years, the Warriors have operated in wait-and-see mode. Blessed by having Curry in his prime (or at least on the early decline) the Dubs have been able to sweat the small stuff of the NBA — luxury tax avoidance, draft-pick management, two-way contracts, founding a women’s team. While that stuff is all well and good, they never seemed to get around to finding Curry a true No. 2 — the kind of player necessary to compete. The time to do it is running out. Curry, the 11th oldest active player in the league, will turn 37 in less than two months, and Draymond Green

By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump signed a sweeping execution order on the death penalty Monday, directing the attorney general to “take all necessary and lawful action” to ensure that states have enough lethal injection drugs to carry out executions. Related Articles National Politics | Trump issues sweeping pardon of 1,500 Jan. 6 defendants, including rioters who attacked police National Politics | Trump suspends US foreign assistance for 90 days pending reviews National Politics | Billionaires, tech titans, presidents: A guide to who stood where at Trump’s inauguration National Politics | Trump orders government not to infringe on Americans’ speech, calls for censorship investigation National Politics | Can he do that? Lawyers and lawmakers debate if Trump has authority to suspend the US TikTok ban In the order signed in the first hours of his return to the White House, Trump said “politicians and judges who oppose capital punishment have defied and subverted the laws of our country.” A moratorium on federal executions had been in place since 2021, and only three defendants remain on federal death row after Democratic President

SAN FRANCISCO — But everyone knows the standings. Everyone knows the situation, the date of the trade deadline. No matter how much veteran coaches or players like to keep an 82-game marathon in perspective and avoid riding the highs and lows of particular weeks, the Warriors are once again at an inflection point in what has already been a roller-coaster season. Back at .500 after a 40-point blowout loss to the defending champion Celtics at Chase Center, the Warriors (21-21) have seven straight games in Northern California (six at home) before their next trip. Without both Draymond Green and Jonathan Kuminga for at least the next week, the Warriors must stay as competitive as possible or risk sinking too far out of the playoff picture to recover. “We’ll see how we respond to it, if we can take advantage of this stretch,” Steph Curry said postgame. “Tonight was not great – Captain Obvious statement – but just the idea that we can keep ourselves afloat until we get some guys back can kind of make or break our season to be honest. I’ll keep it

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 2:30AM The owner of Cressman’s General Store is reflecting on his family’s journey to rebuild the legendary foothills store after the Creek Fire. FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — The owner of Cressman’s General Store is reflecting on his family’s journey to rebuild the legendary foothills store after the Creek Fire. In 2020, the Creek Fire burned nearly 380,000 acres and destroyed 856 structures in the Sierra National Forest, becoming one of the largest wildfires in state history. While some moved away to start new, others were determined to stay and rebuild the community they love. For Ty Gillet, owner of Cressman’s General Store, the decision to rebuild the gem of Shaver Lake was simple. “My favorite part about Cressman’s is hearing people’s old stories about how they used to drive by and stop when they were kid,” said Gillet. “Now, their kids are coming up. It’s really amazing.” Recently, Gillet received a permit to begin working on the foundation for the business. As Gillet continues working to rebuild, he hopes his story can resonate with thousands in Southern California after the

The minimum scholarship is $1,000, the maximum is $4,500 and money is dispersed directly to the student to use as they see fit. Tuesday, January 21, 2025 2:18AM Fresno Unified class of 2025 students looking to continue their education after high school can start applying now to receive cash for college. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Now that the spring semester has started, graduation is just a few short months away. Fresno Unified class of 2025 students looking to continue their education after high school can start applying now to receive cash for college. “We are here for students, we are about students and everything we do has a through line to serving our students,” Executive Officer for Foundation for Fresno Unified Students Linda Laettner said. The Foundation for Fresno Unified Students opened up applications earlier this month for the FUSD Scholarship. Any senior in the district who is going to trade or technical school, community college, four-year college, or the military is eligible. “What we’re really focusing on is helping launch those students to success,” Laettner said. On the application, students will be asked to

Donald Trump returned to the White House ready to immediately overhaul the government using the fastest tool he has – the executive order. He’s looked on his first day to increase domestic energy production and stop diversity, equity and inclusion programs within the federal government, among other actions. RELATED: Trump begins slew of executive actions on economy, immigration, other programs An incoming president signing a flurry of executive orders is standard practice. Executive orders allow a president to wield power without action from Congress. But there are also limits to what orders can achieve. A primer on how the presidential power works and its often fleeting impact: What are executive orders? Basically, they are signed statements about how the president wants the federal government to be managed. They can be instructions to federal agencies or requests for reports. Many orders can be unobjectionable, such as giving federal employees the day after Christmas off. They can also lay out major policies. For example, President Joe Biden signed an order to create a structure for establishing regulations on artificial intelligence. But executive orders – and their policy

MERCED, Calif. (KFSN) — Hundreds gathered to celebrate the life and work of Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. in Merced on Monday. Organizers and attendees agree Doctor King’s message of unity is more important than ever. “We are one. That we work together, we love each other,” read a message on one attendee’s sing during a March down Martin Luther King Junior Way. That was just one of the inspirational messages from the people who attended the event. From a middle school band to classic cars, they all came out to honor the life and legacy of King for the 30th year. “He was non-violent. He got his message across to all that would listen. And his message was that all should be free,” said Virginia Riley, the secretary of NAACP Merced County Branch. The streets of Merced were lined with police. City officials encouraged extra officers to be deployed during the day’s events. The police department says there were no indications of threats but after the devastating events in New Orleans, they felt it was better to be prepared. “We have a wonderful supportive

By STEPHEN GROVES, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Fresh off President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the Senate on Monday passed a bill that would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes, the first measure he likely will sign into law and giving more weight to his plans to deport millions of migrants. Trump has made a broad crackdown on illegal immigration his top priority, and Congress, with Republicans in control and some Democrats willing to go along, is showing it is ready to follow suit. Passage of the Laken Riley Act — named after a Georgia nursing student whose murder by a Venezuelan man last year became a rallying cry for Trump’s White House campaign — was a sign of how Congress has shifted sharply right on border security and immigration. “We don’t want criminals coming into our country,” Trump told supporters at the Capitol, adding he looked forward to holding a bill signing “within a week or so.” Related Articles National Politics | Senators are preparing to vote on Marco Rubio as secretary of state, a first in Trump’s Cabinet National Politics | Ramaswamy won’t

San Jose Sharks forward Will Smith might have had the best game of his brief NHL career on Monday. Related Articles San Jose Sharks | Smith, Askarov shine, but Sharks’ frustrations against Boston continue San Jose Sharks | Sharks coach, rookie forward relish return to Boston: ‘It’s going to come full circle’ San Jose Sharks | Sharks’ meager offensive output continues in loss to Islanders San Jose Sharks | San Jose Sharks center figures he’ll be traded without an extension San Jose Sharks | Slow start, ‘cute’ play dooms Sharks in loss to Columbus Blue Jackets Playing in front of roughly 100 friends and family members, Smith, a Massachusetts native, made two nifty plays with his stick to help set up his own goal and a later one by Fabian Zetterlund in the second period of the Sharks’ game against the Boston Bruins on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. But with a one-goal lead, the Sharks reverted to some bad habits in the third period, fed into the Bruins’ offense, and allowed four answered goals in a 6-3 loss, San Jose’s eighth straight defeat at

Despite losing to Chico High 5-0 on Friday night, the Red Bluff varsity girls soccer team continues to make progress under head coach Victor Trejo. The Spartans have just three seniors on the team (Elizabeth Alvarado and Jocelyn Stone and Kinsey Woelfel) and are led by juniors Lily Rainwater, Reese Plemons and sophomore Emery Plemons. The improving Spartans (12-4-1 overall, 1-1 in the Eastern Athletic League) are getting the full attention of their opponents. In fact, Chico High coach Tibi Marinescu said his seniors warned the team to give the Spartans their proper respect because the Panthers (6-6-3 overall, 1-0-1 EAL) found themselves tied at halftime, scoreless, in the last two league outings against Red Bluff. “He’s done an amazing job,” Marinescu said. “Every year, they get better.” Red Bluff’s Page Ericksen (3) plays the ball upfield on Friday night in Chico as Chico High School’s Jessica Hays (4) looks on. The Spartans lost to the Panthers at Chico High School’s Panther Stadium 5-0.(Rick Silva/Daily News) But Trejo also knows what his players can do and what the Spartans are building. “We’re going to get

By LISA MASCARO, AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — Senators are preparing to vote Monday on Sen. Marco Rubio as President Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of state, a first Cabinet pick to be considered on Inauguration Day. Rubio is among the least controversial of Trump’s nominees and a vote on the Florida Republican was set for early evening. Another pick, John Ratcliffe for CIA director, is also expected to have a swift vote. Action on others, including former combat veteran and Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary, is expected later in the week. “Marco Rubio is a very intelligent man with a remarkable understanding of American foreign policy,” Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa, the senior-most Republican, said as the chamber opened. Grassley said he expects Rubio will receive “an overwhelming vote for his confirmation.” It’s often tradition for the Senate to convene immediately after the ceremonial pomp of the inauguration to begin putting the new president’s team in place, particularly the national security officials. During Trump’s first term, the Senate swiftly confirmed his defense and homeland security secretaries on day one, and President Joe Biden’s choice for director of national intelligence was confirmed

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Windy and dry conditions returned to Southern California on Monday, raising the risk of new wildfires sparking as firefighters continue to battle two major blazes in the Los Angeles area that started in similar weather nearly two weeks ago. Gusts could peak at 70 mph (113 kph) along the coast and 100 mph (160 kph) in the mountains and foothills during extreme fire weather that is expected to last through Tuesday. The National Weather Service issued a warning of a “ particularly dangerous situation ” for parts of Los Angeles, Ventura and San Diego counties from Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning due to low humidity and damaging Santa Ana winds. “The conditions are ripe for explosive fire growth should a fire start,” said Andrew Rorke, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Oxnard. Related Articles Los Angeles fires have scorched largest urban area in California in at least 40 years Fires scorched campuses across Los Angeles. Many schools are seeking places to hold classes How to get student loan relief after the L.A. wildfires Where to turn when a natural disaster upends your finances

At least 20 State Department officials were told to resign from leadership roles before Trump took office, two sources said.

By Deena Zaru and Will Steakin Monday, January 20, 2025 9:28PM President Trump took aim at Biden’s leadership and highlighted some of the executive actions he will take during his inaugural address. Incoming President Donald Trump is expected to issue an executive order that would systematically dismantle all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the federal government, an incoming Trump White House official told reporters during a press call on Monday. The order, which Trump is expected to sign on Monday, his first day in office, will direct the Office of Management and Budget and the Office of Personnel Management to coordinate with agencies to terminate all DEI programs in federal agencies, including environmental justice programs, equity related grants, equity action plans and equity initiatives, the official said. LIVE UPDATES: Latest on inauguration of Pres. Donald Trump The actions will create “equal treatment” and end DEI in the federal government, the official added. While the executive action does not address DEI policies within private companies, when asked, the Trump official indicated that actions regarding private companies could be coming. “Private business should wait and

President Donald Trump offered a scathing rebuke of his predecessor’s term while laying out the immediate actions he plans to take on the first day of his second term in office, saying in his inauguration remarks, “America’s decline is over.” Trump whiplashed between painting a dire picture of the country under the Biden administration while proclaiming himself as a “peacemaker and unifier” and that the “Golden Age” of the country is beginning. LIVE UPDATES: Latest on inauguration of Pres. Donald Trump He also referenced his personal legal battles and historic political comeback to the White House during his nearly 30-minute remarks after taking the oath of office in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. Here are some key takeaways from his first remarks as the 47th president of the United States. Reversing ‘a horrible betrayal’ Trump immediately took aim at Joe Biden’s leadership, as the now-former president sat in the rotunda, though he didn’t mention his predecessor by name. Trump in particular focused on immigration and recent natural disasters, including the hurricane in North Carolina and wildfires in Los Angeles. “My recent election is a mandate to

Monday, January 20, 2025 9:19PM Stream Central California’s News and Original Shows 24/7 FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — The Fresno Police Department confirms one of its employees was arrested for driving under the influence. The California Highway Patrol tells Action News it happened on McCall Avenue, north of Highway 180 around 2:30 pm on Sunday. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office initially stopped FPD Officer Kent Pichardo and then turned the incident over to CHP for a DUI evaluation. Authorities say Pichardo fell asleep at a red light and did not move once it turned green. He was arrested for misdemeanor DUI, then cited and released to a responsible party. The Fresno Police Department released a statement saying the employee involved was already on paid leave for a “non-disciplinary matter.” An internal affairs investigation has been launched into the incident. The statement goes on to say, “As with any allegations of misconduct, trust and transparency with our community is paramount and we will investigate the matter thoroughly.” Copyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Monday, January 20, 2025 9:14PM A man is recovering after being stabbed during a fight in Tulare County. TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — A woman is recovering after being stabbed in Tulare County. Deputies were called out at about 8 pm Sunday to Avenue 100 near Avenue 98 in Terra Bella. EDITOR’S NOTE: The video above is from a previous broadcast and will be updated. There, they found a 58-year-old woman suffering from at least one stab wound. She was rushed to a local hospital, where she’s expected to recover. Authorities identified 61-year-old Michael Walter Eggman as the suspect and took him into custody. He faces charges of attempted murder. Copyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Monday, January 20, 2025 9:12PM PHOTOS: A look at the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump From left to right: Second lady Usha Vance, VP JD Vance, Pres. Donald Trump, and first lady Melania Trump are seen on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Chris Kleponis/Pool Photo via AP Dignitaries from across Washington and around the world gathered in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda to watch power transfer peacefully from Democratic former President Joe Biden to his Republican successor, Donald Trump. LIVE UPDATES: Latest on inauguration of Pres. Donald Trump It was one of the rare occasions that bring together American leaders past and present in a choreographed display of tradition and bipartisanship. Take a look at the gallery above for photos showing inaugural events, preps, excitement from eager attendees and outrage from protesters. Click here for the latest stories and videos about Inauguration Day for President Donald Trump. Copyright © 2025 KABC Television, LLC. All rights reserved.

By MATTHEW DALY and SETH BORENSTEIN WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he will again withdraw the United States, a top carbon polluting nation, from the landmark Paris climate agreement, dealing a blow to worldwide efforts to combat global warming and once again distancing the U.S. from its closest allies. The White House announcement, which came as Trump was sworn in Monday to a second term, echoed Trump’s actions in 2017, when he announced that the U.S. would abandon the global Paris accord. The pact is aimed at limiting long-term global warming to 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit (1.5 degrees Celsius) above pre-industrial levels or, failing that, keeping temperatures at least well below 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit (2 degrees Celsius) above pre-industrial levels. The 2015 Paris agreement is voluntary and allows nations to provide targets to cut their own emissions of greenhouse gases from the burning of coal, oil and natural gas. Those targets are supposed to become more stringent over time, with countries facing a February 2025 deadline for new individual plans. The outgoing Biden administration last month offered a plan to cut U.S. greenhouse gas

If you plan ahead, you can save as $50 per visit on your outdoor adventures this year. Here are the dates that every national park in the country will be free to visit in 2025. You don’t need a pass, but a few do require advance reservations. (See below) Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day April 19: First day of National Park Week June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day Aug. 4: Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act Sept. 27: National Public Lands Day Nov. 11: Veterans Day Visitors walk between two giant sequoia trees not from from the General Sherman tree at Sequoia National Park. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register/SCNG) So what about these reservations? Well, the National Park Service has instituted a reservation policy at certain popular parks during peak periods only, to keep visitors from being stuck in long traffic jams trying to get in. This is a good thing, right? You’ll need to go to recreation.gov and search for the park you want and “timed entry” to find the reservation information. You only have to get a reservation