Dr. Jesus Rodriguez of Kaiser Permanente in Fresno tells our health reporter a few ways to spot the signs of heat stroke in children and adults, plus how to prevent it. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Think rent is high in California? Here’s why it probably will get higher
If you’re a renter in California concerned about the high cost of living here, or looking to purchase your first home, your prospects aren’t looking up. Projections show rents will … Click to Continue »
Read More »Scorching temperatures on the way to Merced. Here’s what you need to know
Triple-digit highs are expected through much of next week in Merced and the San Joaquin Valley, according to forecasters. Highs are expected to surpass 100 degrees Saturday and remain high … Click to Continue »
Read More »If you witness a crime, here’s what to do
Witnessing a crime and reporting it can be just as frightening as being the victim of a crime. Here’s what you should do if you witness illegal activity. (Nicole L. Cvetnic/McClatchy) … Click to Continue »
Read More »A circle of people parted and a Turlock officer saw a small child near death. Here’s what he did.
Turlock police Officer Paul Heppner was on patrol March 29 when a dispatch call went out for a vehicle crash at West Hawkeye Avenue and North Golden State Boulevard with … Click to Continue »
Read More »West Nile is back in Merced County. Here’s what you can do to stay safe
West Nile virus was detected in one mosquito found outside Los Banos last week, officials with the Merced County Mosquito Abatement District announced. The mosquito tested positive for the virus … Click to Continue »
Read More »Ambulance Abuse By “Super Users” In Fresno County Is Down 178 Percent – Here’s Why
When you call 9-1-1, you expect an ambulance to come and quickly. But in Fresno County, health officials say a relatively small number of people had been making that difficult, so-called ambulance “super users.” These are people who call for an ambulance ride frequently, sometimes hundreds of times a year, …
Read More »Want a say in how county supervisors spend taxpayer money? Here’s your chance.
Two freshman Merced County supervisors are experimenting with a new way to dole out the hotly-contested discretionary funds that each board member receives each fiscal year. Supervisors Rodrigo Espinoza and … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County plans to hire new legal defense firm. Here’s why it matters to you.
Merced County appears poised to change who it pays for local criminal defense work. The move would end a 14-year partnership with a Merced attorney and his subcontractors and bring … Click to Continue »
Read More »Here’s what the new healthcare bill would mean for Merced County
The new repeal-and-replace legislation passed by the House of Representatives on Thursday is not much different than the bill that was dropped in March. Health advocates renewed their dire predictions … Click to Continue »
Read More »Kids are raping kids at school. Here’s why schools often don’t do anything about it
Chaz Wing was 12 when they came after him. The classmates who tormented him were children, too, entering the age of pimples and cracking voices. Eventually, he swore under oath, … Click to Continue »
Read More »Analysis: Here’s What Could Change Under The American Health Care Act
We continue our coverage this week of the GOP plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. Last week we heard from Anthony Wright of Health Access California about his concerns with the so-called American Health Care Act, and this week we’re speaking with someone who had a hand …
Read More »Walmart plans to give away nearly 3 million cupcakes Sunday. Here’s how to get one
Walmart wants to wish you a very happy birthday Sunday. It doesn’t matter when your birthday is or if you even want to celebrate it this year. The retail giant … Click to Continue »
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