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Gun Maker Fires Back at California's Microstamping Law

A state law that requires semi-automatic pistols to have a microstamp is driving some gun manufacturers out of California.Thursday, gun manufacturer Smith & Wesson announced it would not include...

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Fresno's 144th Fighter Wing Unveils New Operations Bldg

The 144th Fighter Wing in Fresno celebrated a special dedication Friday.The Wing unveiled a new operations building that will allow our national guardsmen to prepare for large-scale missions here at...

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Stocks Close with Biggest Weekly Loss

        On Wall Street stocks closed the book on their biggest weekly loss in well over a year.        Friday the Dow plunged 318 points, its biggest one day loss since the summer.        The Nasdaq...

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Cal Fire Issues Fire Warning

        The severe dry weather in California is prompting some big changes in rural areas.        Cal Fire is reminding everyone to maintain 100 feet of defensible space around their home to prevent...

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Flu Deaths in the Valley at 22

        The number of flu deaths in the Central Valley stands at 22.        But, the numbers could rise over the next few days. Many H1N1 patients remain hospitalized over the weekend, ten of them are...

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Latest Unemployment Numbers for the Central Valley

        The latest employment numbers are out for the Central Valley. They show more people are finding work.        The unemployment rate in Fresno County comes in at 12.5 percent for December of...

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Clovis Unified Holds Job Fair

        Hopeful job applicants lined up for a chance to work for Clovis unified Friday. It was the district's first job fair in 15 years.        Administrators needed the workers to to fill dozens of...

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Internationally Known Artist in the Central Valley

        A well known artist with roots right here in the Valley is coming back to Fresno.        Arte Americas is hosting Sal Garcia on Saturday, January 25th.        He currently lives in the Bay...

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Price of Stamps Going Up

        You might want to stock up on forever stamps, if you're near a post office.        The price of a stamp is going up Sunday.        The three cent hike is the biggest in more than a decade....

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Major Road Construction Project Moving Forward

        A major road construction project in Fresno is getting closer to becoming a reality.        The braided ramps project is designed to make it easier for drivers to get access to Highway 41 from...

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New Gun Laws in California

        A new gun law is driving some gun manufactures out of California.        The state law requires semi-automatic pistols to have a "unique" microstamp on guns.        Smith and Wesson announced...

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Monsignor Cotta Moving Up

        Monsignor Myron Cotta of the Diocese of Fresno will be moving up.        He filled in as Administrator of the Diocese following the death of Bishop John Steinbock.        Pope Francis has...

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Crime Stoppers Makes Arrest

        Your tips are making a difference.                A Crime Stoppers tip lead to the arrest of 23-year-old Ryan Myles.        Fresno police arrested him for possession of a firearm by a felon....

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Plastic Bag Ban Agreement

        Legislators have reached an agreement that could lead to a ban on carry-out plastic bags.        The ban at supermarkets, liquor stores and pharmacies could go into effect by 2016....

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Tobacco Tax May Rise

        The American Lung Association released a report Friday.        It gave California an "F" for tobacco prevention efforts.        The Lung Association would like to see an additional $2 tax per...

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Barry Bauer Talks About New Gun Law

        If you want a new Smith & Wesson or Rugar pistol, you won't be able to buy it here in California        A new state law requires microstamping of guns which links shell casings to guns....

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Plastic Shopping Bags Face Statewide Ban

Some key California lawmakers have reached an agreement that could lead to a statewide ban on plastic shopping bags at supermarkets, liquor stores and pharmacies.San Francisco, Los Angeles and about a...

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Police Search for Suspects in Tower District Stabbing

Fresno Police are investigating a stabbing that took place around 2a.m. Saturday in this parking lot near Olive and Wishon in the Tower District. According to police a 21 year-old man was stabbed with...

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Forum Held for Fresno City Council Candidates

A number of candidates for Fresno City Council took part in a forum Saturday afternoon at Fresno City College. The forum was free and open to the public. The candidates were asked questions ranging...

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End nears for interchange project

It's almost time to wake up from what many consider a traffic nightmare. "It's been a pain in the rear for a little bit so it will be nice when it's over and done with," said Joshua. He is optimistic...

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