Category: Sacramento

Without U.S. satellite imagery, Ukraine’s ability to strike inside Russia and defend itself from bombardment is significantly diminished.

SANTA CLARA — The 49ers tiptoed into this offseason vowing to “reset” and “recalibrate” their approach to roster costs, as relayed by general manager John Lynch. Temptations are about to get real as free agency begins. Negotiations open Monday and signings can become official Wednesday, including the 49ers’ trade of wide receiver Deebo Samuel to Washington. Veterans are already cleared to land deals if they’ve been released, such as defensive end Joey Bosa (Los Angeles Chargers) and wide receiver Davante Adams (New York Jets). Some 13 months ago, as the 49ers prepared for the Super Bowl, CEO Jed York commended coach Kyle Shanahan’s approach to their roster’s makeup. “When we draft and do things in free agency, it’s generally on the defensive side of the ball,” York said. “We generally do not draft offensive players super high. We’re not doing a ton of stuff in free agency for offensive players. It is more that he’s focused on the defense, because he knows he’s going to spend more time on the offense.” This free agency period, there’s no illusion that the 49ers’ defense needs everyone’s attention

As the saying goes, everybody is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day but, while most people are gearing up for the typical celebrations of the holiday, it might be interesting to learn that Saint Patrick isn’t the only saint for whom the date is reserved. The feast day of St. Gertrude also occurs on March 17.  She is another saint associated with one of God’s creatures, and though she does not happen to be Irish, she was instrumental in aiding the Irish missionaries, especially St. Fursey who was a monk who did much to establish Christianity throughout the British Isles. Let us start with the more famous of the two saints. The observance of St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland harkens back to the 17th century as a religious feast day that commemorates the death of St. Patrick in 461 AD.  St. Patrick is credited with having brought Christianity to Ireland and, because of it, became the nation’s patron saint.  Details about Saint Patrick’s early life are unclear, but it is believed his real name was “Maewyn Succat” and that he was born around 385 AD, according to varied sources.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the Merry Standish Comedy Show at Mulberry Station Sunday. It was a terrific night, mostly because of the audience. In the four months since our last shows, we’ve survived an election, the holidays, and the installation of a president who is loved and hated in equal amounts by equal numbers of people. For better or worse, the firehose of action from the White House has sent shock waves across the country. Chico needed a chance to relax and laugh and boy did they! From the opening notes of Mercy High grad Roland Allen on piano for “Brewhouse Blues” to the closing number, (our doctored version of Carol Burnett’s “So Glad We Had This Time Together”,) the audience was warm, willing, and ready for the ride. This month marks my 35th year doing comedy with Mr. Standish, which makes us…old. And it’s not all fun and games. Comedy is serious work. We spend most of the time writing, rehearsing, rewriting, memorizing, publicizing, and getting costumes and props together. The show itself is just the tip of

President Trump’s speech to a joint session of Congress this week – one of the longest to in recent times – was terrific. It was a 90-minute political walk-off home run. It was funny and entertaining and I loved every minute. I could have watched another hour. My father would have loved it, too. The speech showed Trump at his best and most confident – and having fun. And it drove more nails into the Democrat Party coffin by exposing for the deplorable human beings they really are. A few minutes in, Trump pointed over to the Democrats and predicted that no matter what he was going to say, he knew they were never going to stand up or applaud. They not only proved him right, but for the next hour and a half they showed the whole world what nasty and heartless partisans they were. The Democrats also broke new ground in party stupidity Tuesday night when they held up and waved their little protest signs that said “False” or “Musk Steals” whenever Trump paused for his applause lines. But the Democrats really hit

Foreign ministers from Muslim nations on Saturday also rejected calls by President Trump to empty the Gaza Strip of its Palestinian population.

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Van Der Beek, 48; Freddie Prinze Jr., 49; Camryn Manheim, 64; Aidan Quinn, 66.Happy Birthday: Pick up the pace, get organized and concentrate on what’s meaningful. Set high standards regardless of what others do, and look at every angle to ensure you make the most of your time, talents and money. Do your best to implement a change that makes your life easier, your attitude positive and your gains fulfilling. Choices that fit your budget and sustain your desired lifestyle will ensure gratitude, harmony and satisfaction. Your numbers are 6, 10, 18, 21, 32, 36, 49.ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stay on target regardless of what others try to persuade you to do. Stick to basics, simplify your routine and make time for the people and pastimes that bring you joy. Take responsibility for your happiness, and everything else will fall into place. Live, love and laugh; a positive attitude will get results. 2 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Observe, and you’ll figure out how you can help those you love to do better. Discreet and kind gestures will be appreciated

Saturday, March 8, 2025 5:51AM CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — A motorcyclist was hospitalized after a crash in Clovis on Friday night. The collision happened just before 9 p.m. in the area of Ashlan and Villa. Clovis police say a truck was also involved in the crash. The man riding the motorcycle was taken to a local hospital with major injuries. The driver of the truck stayed on the scene and is cooperating with officers. Copyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Stanislaus State is gearing up to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientists at the 14th Annual Science Day, taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 15, at the campus in Turlock.

HUGHSON — Turlock High dominated the boys and girls competition at the Stanislaus County Track and Field Championships on Friday at Hughson High’s Memorial Stadium.

After scoring a dramatic game-tying goal with just seconds to play in regulation, Pitman High’s run to a CIF Northern California championship fell short, as they were bested 5-4 in penalty kicks by Cardinal Newman of Santa Rosa at Joe Debely Stadium.

As the chaplain at Emanuel Medical Center, Rev. Dr. Robert Johnson is used to focusing on the needs of the patients and staff who come through the hospital on a daily basis.

The Turlock Irrigation District board of directors voted Tuesday to set the dates for the water season and how much water will be available to growers.

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — Murder charges have been dropped against 60-year-old Leonard Sciacca, the man who was accused of killing 40-year-old Nicole Kunz in 2024. Back on February 15, 2024, Kunz’s body was found inside a home in Madera County. Prosecutors alleged that Sciacca shot Kunz five times and waited a day to report the shooting to law enforcement, but now he’s no longer accused of murder. “For one year, he was waiting for this day and it happened,” said Defense Attorney, John Jackson. Sciacca was visibly emotional in court Friday, learning he will no longer be behind bars. “My client has been saying from the very beginning he was innocent he did not do this and obviously today the district attorney’s office has second thoughts about whether he did it or not,” said Jackson. The change comes after the Madera County District Attorney’s Office says new evidence came to light. “This is an example of the fact that investigations are always ongoing and as prosecutors we have an ethical obligation to follow the truth wherever it leads us,” said Madera County District Attorney

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Action News was invited for an exclusive look at ICE operations targeting people with known criminal ties or convictions in Central California. We spent more than 12 hours with just one of the teams working to take these individuals into custody. They were going after more than 100 people identified as targets. Agents say they were targeting people who have previous criminal convictions and were back in the country illegally. Our day with the team started hours before sunrise in the car with Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent in Charge Tatum King. “It’s 3:45 a.m. We’re in Fresno, California. We’re headed to a briefing location for law enforcement officers and agents to kind of plan their enforcement action this morning,” said King. The team, which is just one of dozens throughout the Central Valley, met to brief everyone on their first target. Action News was asked not to show their faces both for their own safety and to keep the integrity of their operation, but the group included local FBI agents. They were recently given immigration authority by the Secretary of

Saturday, March 8, 2025 2:51AM California is again taking Donald Trump to court as officials sue the government over the administration’s firing of federal probationary employees. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — California is again taking Donald Trump to court as officials sue the government over the administration’s firing of federal probationary employees. “The president has once again overstepped his authority by a mile,” Attorney General Rob Bonta said Friday. He outlined in a new lawsuit that mass firings happened without notice, and he wants a restraining order to pause further firings. “This reckless action has already caused a 149 percent increase in state unemployment benefit claims by federal workers,” he said. There are more than 150,000 federal employees in California alone. Many are on probationary status, meaning they are in their first or second year of employment. Aaron McGlothin at the federal prison in Mendota says cuts go far beyond. “They are going to eliminate the retention incentive that has been in place here for many years,” McGlothin said. McGlothin said the incentives keep experienced employees from leaving a prison that would otherwise struggle to hire.

LEMOORE, Calif. (KFSN) — An emotional ceremony on Friday helped pay tribute to the life of a fallen Lemoore Police Department Officer Jonathan Diaz. Officer Diaz died in 2019 while trying to break up a domestic violence fight at a party. His life was cut short at 31. His legacy has lived on through his family and children for the past six years. On Friday, his name, engraved in a granite statue, will live on forever. “This is my Eagle Scout project. I was fortunate enough to work with the Lemoore Police Department to put this together and create a memorial dedicated to the police department and their efforts. As well as a dedication to officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty,” explains Kaden Dukes, Assistant Scoutmaster with the Lemoore Troop 402 of Boy Scouts of America. Teenager, Kaden Dukes, was behind the memorial. He fundraised thousands of dollars and donations to make this happen. The project earned him the top rank of an Eagle Scout in his Lemoore Troop 402. For the Lemoore Police Department, it is a way to

Saturday, March 8, 2025 2:38AM The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is pulling back the curtain and giving an exclusive up close and personal look at the baby elephants Thando and Davu. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is pulling back the curtain and giving Action News an exclusive up close and personal look at the baby elephants Thando and Davu. This video provided by the zoo shows the calves in their barn, eating and drinking water while bonding with zookeepers. Zoological Care Specialist Sara Dupras said the two calves are growing more and more every day. “When they were born, Thando- our oldest one- he was about 200 pounds and now he’s about 625 pounds. So, six months go by, they grow quite large,” said Dupras. Dupras said the five elephants are bonding well together. Zookeepers said the beautiful thing about the herd is seeing the two moms nurturing side towards the two baby elephants. “Sometimes both moms will have both kids, sometimes one mom will have other kid, sometimes the kids are confident enough to go play by themselves which is really awesome

Two U.S. Army soldiers were arrested in Washington state for allegedly trying to sell sensitive government information to buyers in China. Charlie D’Agata has more.

You may have noticed all the troubling launch and landing mishaps affecting private space missions lately, from two explosions of a SpaceX Starship to lunar landers that can’t stay upright. Bill Harwood gives his perspective.

For nearly a week, Israel has blocked food and medical supplies from entering the Gaza Strip to pressure Hamas into a revised ceasefire plan. Debora Patta reports on the deteriorating conditions.