Philip Teresi

A Texas man is facing charges after intentionally driving his Tesla Cybertruck into a lake to test its “Wade Mode” feature—only for the vehicle to quickly become stuck and take on water. Police say the driver and passengers had to escape the truck and abandon it, before rescue crews pulled it out of Grapevine Lake. 

After more than a decade on air, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is coming to an end, marking the close of a long‑running CBS late‑night franchise that dates back to 1993. Colbert’s final episode wraps up an 11‑year run known for sharp political commentary and cultural influence, especially his frequent criticism of Donald Trump. 

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Philip tells a story about one 4th of July at Wild Water Adventure Park. The park is open for the holiday weekend, showing off its new attraction, a 1,000‑foot lazy river called “Lost River Adventure.” The jungle-themed experience is designed to immerse guests as they float through themed sights and sounds, marking one of the park’s largest expansions in years. 

A Fresno car club is giving back to local veterans, as Hot Rods Fresno raised thousands of dollars for the Central Valley Honor Flight through its annual car show. The nonprofit Honor Flight program provides free trips for veterans to Washington, D.C. so they can visit memorials honoring their service and sacrifice. 

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Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer is speaking out on education for the first time, calling Fresno Unified’s test scores “completely unacceptable”. Dyer highlighted that only 37% of students meet English standards and 27% in math, both well below the state average, and says the district needs urgent improvement. The comments come as he backs a candidate for county superintendent, signaling a new push for accountability and better student outcomes at a critical moment for local schools. 

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California’s independent budget watchdog is raising concerns about Governor Gavin Newsom’s revised spending plan, warning the state could be “ill‑prepared” for future economic downturns. While the governor says the roughly $350 billion budget is balanced for the next two years, analysts caution it relies heavily on strong tax revenues tied to the stock market and tech growth, which could change quickly. 

A proposed new Costco in northwest Fresno is facing renewed controversy as legal battles over zoning and environmental issues continue. At the center of the dispute is a large delivery and distribution component attached to the project, which opponents argue functions as an industrial operation that may not be allowed on commercially zoned land.

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Critics are raising serious legal questions about a Trump‑linked settlement that created a $1.7+ billion “anti‑weaponization” fund. The deal is highly unusual because it involves the federal government effectively settling with itself, after Trump sued the IRS while also overseeing the Justice Department handling the case. Legal experts and lawmakers are questioning whether the fund is constitutional, properly authorized by Congress, and free from conflicts of interest, with concerns it could direct taxpayer money to political allies or even people tied to past prosecutions. 

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Tracking the 2026 primary elections nationwide, Philip highlights some of the closely watched races that could shape control of Congress. Early results show both parties testing strategies, balancing appeals to their base voters versus broader, moderate audiences, while key primaries act as a referendum on party leadership heading into November. 

The U.S. has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro on murder and related charges, accusing him of ordering the 1996 shootdown of two civilian planes that killed four people, including three Americans. The move marks a major escalation by the Trump administration, which says it is seeking long‑delayed justice for the victims while increasing pressure on Cuba’s government.

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Republican Rep. Thomas Massie has won the primary in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District, securing his party’s nomination for reelection, according to NBC News. We’re also tracking races in the peach state where former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is running against former Republican Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan and a slate of other candidates in the Democratic primary for governor. 

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the U.S. is “working on” recent disease outbreaks, including hantavirus and Ebola. He previously said the hantavirus situation was “under control,” as health officials monitor a small number of Americans potentially affected.  

The 1995 San Diego tank rampage was a shocking incident in which a man stole an Army tank and drove through the streets, smashing cars, fire hydrants, and traffic lights before being stopped by police. The bizarre event drew national attention, ending when officers climbed onto the tank and fatally shot the driver, bringing the destruction to a halt.  

California lawmakers are pushing to require Narcan training as part of CPR certification, aiming to help more people respond to opioid overdoses. Supporters say it could save lives by giving bystanders the tools to act quickly—especially as overdose deaths, often tied to fentanyl, remain high.

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Donald Trump says the U.S. will hold off on a potential attack on Iran as “serious negotiations” are now underway, according to The Wall Street Journal. The pause signals a shift toward diplomacy, even as tensions remain high and talks could still determine whether the conflict escalates or cools. 

Iran has announced a new authority to oversee the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route for oil and energy. The move signals Tehran’s effort to formalize control over the waterway, potentially regulating traffic and even charging tolls as tensions with the U.S. continue. 

Two high school graduates are suing their school districts, claiming they finished school without learning how to read or write. An Ivy League professor says the cases point to a broader problem in the education system, where students may be pushed through without mastering basic skills. 

A Florida family says a Lyft driver used an AI‑generated image to falsely claim damage, resulting in a $75 fee. The family spotted a Google Gemini watermark in the photo, prompting Lyft to investigate, issue a refund, and remove the driver from the platform. 

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A proposed replacement for Fresno County’s Measure C has failed its initial signature test, delaying its path to the November ballot. Officials say too many duplicate signatures were found in the sample, forcing a full manual review of all petitions. While it could still qualify, election leaders warn the timeline is now tight, putting the measure’s chances in jeopardy.  

An Inland Empire family says they were stunned after discovering what appeared to be someone else’s ashes inside an urn they bought on Amazon. The family is now trying to track down the person’s loved ones, but says responses from Amazon and the seller have been slow and frustrating. 

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Paramount is reportedly considering scaling back control from media entrepreneur Bari Weiss, potentially handing more oversight to a more experienced executive. The move raises questions about leadership direction, editorial strategy, and how newer media ventures balance vision with industry experience. 

The U.S. Senate has advanced a measure aimed at limiting President Trump’s war powers in Iran, signaling rare bipartisan pushback on the ongoing conflict. Lawmakers say the resolution would require congressional approval for continued military action, though it still faces major hurdles—including a likely presidential veto. 

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