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Remembrance Wall makes final stop in Clovis

A unique traveling memorial wall is making its final stop in the Valley before being retired. The Wall of Remembrance is on display at Clovis Hills Community Church where it’s educating children about the war on terror and highlighting local heroes. It’s a little different than the memorial walls that …

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CSU campuses see increase in sexual violence reports

Sexual violence appears to be on the rise on California State University campuses. The Executive Vice Chancellor of the California State University system says he is hearing there are more reports of sexual violence on the college campuses. He believes the increased numbers are a result of greater awareness and …

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GOP warns against executive action on immigration

In Washington GOP leaders are still warning President Obama to not take executive action when it comes to immigration reform. Earlier this week Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell lashed out at the president for antagonizing the new GOP congress by promising to change immigration laws. An Arizona Republican says he …

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National Adoption Month

Thousands of children are in the state’s foster care system. On Thursday, child advocates held a vigil to shed some light on the need for adoption. On the steps of the state capitol child advocate groups read the names of children in need of a permanent home. Organizers say more …

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Fresno residents voice concerns over High-Speed Rail

Dozens of residents showed up for a public hearing on the high-speed rail and how it could impact Fresno’s historic Chinatown. The group “Chinatown Revitalization” says a tunnel runs from the old Del Monte building underneath Tulare, parallel to G Street. They voiced their concerns at last night’s final high-speed …

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Indoor skydiving competition

In Austin, Texas there’s an event that looks a bit ridiculous. Teams are getting ready for the World Cup of Indoor Skydiving. Teams from around the world, including the US, Canada, France and Mexico are taking part in this weekend’s competition. During the competition, there will be team, duo and …

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Prop 47 may impact fire crews

A new law may make it harder for non-violent inmates, who help to fight wildfires in California, to qualify to be on the front lines.Prop 47 reduces penalties for non-violent crimes, like drug possession. This could deplete the pool of jail inmates who qualify for fire duty. Voters passed the …

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High Five: 5 fun weekend events

If you’re interested in buying a new vehicle sometime soon, we have the event for you. The Central California Auto Show runs today through Sunday. It’s at the Fresno Convention Center. Free admission to see the newest and hottest cars, trucks, SUVs and crossovers for 2015. 10 am to 7 …

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