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The Fresno Arts Council outlined major governance and transparency reforms to retain its role as Fresno County’s official arts funding representative after a $1.8 million embezzlement scandal.

Changes include hiring an independent accounting firm to oversee and process all financial transactions, removing prior paid leadership, and requiring daily board‑level monitoring of bank activity, with multiple approvals for every payment.

After reviewing the reforms, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved keeping the council as the county’s “local partner” with the California Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts. 

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A Fresno County judge has denied the City of Fresno’s request to evict the nonprofit operator of Granite Park, ruling that too many facts are in dispute to decide the case without a trial. The decision clears the way for a trial beginning April 27, focusing on disagreements over rent, utilities, lease terms, and facility improvements at the city‑owned sports complex. 

Supporters of the “Better Roads, Safe Streets” transportation measure have submitted more than 32,000 signatures to qualify a half‑cent Fresno County sales tax for the November ballot, replacing the expiring Measure C. The proposal would fund road repairs, sidewalks, public transit, bike and pedestrian projects over 30 years, with backers saying it would raise about $7.3 billion for countywide transportation needs.

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Thunderstorms could bring gusty winds, lightning, brief heavy rain, and small hail to parts of the Central Valley Tuesday afternoon. Forecasters say impacts will be spotty but could affect travel and outdoor plans before calmer conditions return later in the week. 

A report says a political action committee connected to Governor Gavin Newsom purchased thousands of copies of his memoir, boosting its sales figures. The revelation has sparked criticism that the purchases artificially inflated the book’s success, while supporters argue the copies were used for political outreach rather than personal profit.

The Lyrid meteor shower is peaking this week, offering skywatchers a chance to see bright, fast meteors streak across the night sky. Astronomers recommend finding a dark spot away from city lights and looking toward the Lyra constellation after midnight for the best viewing experience. 

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Iran has warned it will deliver an “immediate and decisive response” if hostilities resume, as a fragile U.S.–Iran ceasefire nears expiration, according to The Jerusalem Post. Iranian military leaders say their forces are prepared to retaliate and deny U.S. claims about battlefield control, while accusing Washington of violating the ceasefire and escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. The coverage also follows developments in the Strait of Hormuz, where U.S. forces maintain pressure amid warnings of further action if diplomacy fails, keeping global energy markets and regional security on edge. 

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Major Slatic talks with political contributor, Michael Der Manouel Jr about all things DC and California's Governor race. The guys also touch on some local races coming up in June's primary.  

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Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo clashed on‑air with Rep. Ro Khanna during a heated debate over U.S. military action and diplomacy with Iran. The exchange grew tense as the two talked over each other, with Bartiromo challenging Khanna’s criticism of the war effort and Khanna defending the Obama‑era Iran nuclear deal. 

A National Review analysis argues that prospects for a renewed U.S.–Iran nuclear deal remain elusive, citing deep mistrust, conflicting demands, and ongoing military pressure. The piece contends that despite diplomatic signals, structural obstacles and Iran’s nuclear advances make any lasting agreement difficult to achieve in the near term. 

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U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said that bombing Iran’s bridges and power plants would not constitute a war crime, defending President Trump’s threat to target Iranian infrastructure if diplomacy fails. Waltz argued that much of Iran’s infrastructure has dual military use, making it a legitimate target under the laws of war, while critics warned such strikes could cause massive civilian harm. 

The Pentagon says its review of the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan is nearly complete, with a final report expected soon. The investigation examines decision‑making leading up to the 2021 evacuation, including security failures during the Abbey Gate bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members. 

A Gold Star father whose son was killed in the 2021 Abbey Gate bombing says a previous Pentagon review of the Afghanistan withdrawal “smelled like a cover‑up,” as a new investigation takes a much deeper look at what happened. The new Pentagon review panel has examined more than 9 million documents, compared with about 3,000 in the earlier review, and is preparing a final report expected in the coming months. 

An Italian bank has begun accepting Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan cheese) as collateral for loans, recognizing the cheese’s high and stable value. Because the cheese has protected designation of origin (PDO) status and increases in value as it ages, banks can securely store it while producers access cash during long aging periods.

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Major Slatic is joined by his college roommate, NFL Veteran Harper Lebel. LaBell spent 11 years (1987-1997) in the NFL and most recently covering the Atlanta Falcons and Georgia State University. LeBel and Slatic discuss this week's NFL draft and his NFL career.

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A U.S.-led naval blockade is disrupting Iran’s “shadow fleet” of tankers, which Tehran has used to secretly ship oil despite sanctions, according to The Wall Street Journal. Heightened enforcement in key waterways is squeezing Iran’s ability to move crude, raising pressure on its wartime finances and tightening global energy market oversight. 

The United Arab Emirates is seeking financial support from the U.S. to help shore up its economy during wartime disruptions, according to The Wall Street Journal.
The request underscores concern about regional instability and energy-market shocks, as U.A.E. officials look for backing to stabilize markets and maintain critical financial flows.

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Removing Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium would be extremely difficult but not unprecedented, according to The Wall Street Journal. The report outlines past cases—such as Libya and post‑Gulf War Iraq—where international pressure, inspections, and agreements succeeded in eliminating or exporting nuclear material. Experts say similar efforts with Iran would face major logistical, political, and security hurdles, making it one of the toughest challenges in any future nuclear deal. 

President Donald Trump says talks with Iran are back on, signaling a renewed diplomatic push to end the war even as deep divisions remain between the two sides. The announcement has sparked behind‑the‑scenes efforts to bridge gaps over security, sanctions, and Iran’s nuclear program, while Trump has also warned of further military action if a deal is not reached.

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