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Wesley Shermantine, one of the notorious “Speed Freak Killers,” has died at 60 while on death row in California State Prison, Folsom. Alongside his partner Loren Herzog, they were linked to over 70 murders across San Joaquin County in the 80s and 90s, driven by meth addiction. Herzog’s convictions were later overturned and he died by suicide in 2012. Shermantine’s maps helped investigators locate hundreds of bone fragments in Calaveras County, leading to the identification of victims Cyndi Vanderheiden and Chevy Wheeler via DNA. The DA acknowledged that while Shermantine’s death ends his legal sentence, it doesn’t undo the decades of trauma for victims’ families — including Howard King III and Paul Cavanaugh — and vowed to stand with them, honoring their enduring strength. His death marks a grim, final chapter in a long, haunting case.

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A 17-year-old is in critical condition after being shot Thursday night in Exeter—CPR was performed on scene before transport. Multiple agencies including Exeter, Farmersville, Lindsay PDs, and Tulare County Sheriff’s Office responded. The Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation and urgently seeks public tips—anonymous tips are accepted via phone or text. If you saw or know anything, please come forward.

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Uber is ordered to pay $40 million to the parents of Emily Normandin-Parker, who was fatally struck on a freeway last year after an Uber driver left her stranded. A retired judge arbitrator ruled Uber is fully liable, rejecting the company’s claim that Proposition 22 shields it from responsibility — arguing voters were never told Uber would be absolved of driver misconduct. The arbitrator also declared Uber a common carrier with a legal duty to ensure safety. Uber disagrees and says Proposition 22 still protects them, while the grieving parents say the company showed no remorse and plan to use the settlement to fund a foundation pushing for corporate accountability in ride-sharing.

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Fresno’s District Seven race is boiling over as candidates clash over the city’s controversial Flock cameras—license-plate readers costing $1.5 million, set to expire in 2026. Nav Gurm warns of Fourth Amendment violations, calling for strict oversight, warrants, and limited data use. Ariana Martinez-Lott agrees the contract shouldn’t renew without public trust, demanding transparency on how police use surveillance, who accesses data, and how abuses are prevented. She insists community policing can’t be replaced by tech—and if trust isn’t earned, the money should fund proven neighborhood crime-reduction programs instead.

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A head-on crash near Coalinga sent an Acura careening into a gravel-laden big rig, flipping the truck and scattering debris everywhere. The Acura driver suffered major injuries and was airlifted to a Fresno hospital but is expected to survive. The trucker walked away with minor injuries. This terrifying dashcam moment underscores how fast things can spiral on the road — even with clear visibility, one split-second decision can change everything.

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California’s Governor Gavin Newsom is racing ahead of the federal government to regulate artificial intelligence, signing an executive order that mandates state agencies to rapidly develop AI safety guidelines—including emergency shutoff features—by 2027. With federal action lagging and public concern rising after alarming AI incidents, Newsom is rallying for urgent, thoughtful oversight, even as some politicians weaponize the issue for political gain. Experts will be convened to recommend concrete steps like mandatory incident reporting, kill switches, and independent audits, with a final report due by November 16. Newsom is clear: if Congress doesn’t move, California will lead the charge.

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Fresno’s City Council just voted to begin a potential 10-year ban on AI and cloud data centers — even though no projects are currently planned. The move is tied to the hotly contested District Seven election, where both candidates, Nav Gurm and Ariana Martinez Lott, oppose these facilities. Martinez Lott pushed for an immediate temporary ban while the formal process unfolds, while Gurm warns Silicon Valley could drain Fresno’s water for tech profits — calling for a pause on AI centers specifically, while still welcoming other tech businesses.

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A man with active warrants, including one for carrying a loaded firearm, was fatally shot by deputies after a high-speed chase on Highway 101. Randall Kelley, who reportedly told family he wanted to provoke law enforcement, crashed his vehicle and refused to exit despite repeated commands. A drone captured him pointing a pellet gun at officers before the shooting. Deputies are on administrative leave as investigators review the incident amid Kelley’s history of domestic violence and weapons violations.

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