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Central Unified officials say locking away students' phones during the school day has improved focus, reduced distractions, and encouraged more in-person interaction among students. 

While national test scores remain a concern, some states are posting better results, and the article argues their strategies offer a roadmap for improving student achievement across the country. 

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Kyle Frankovich and Maureen Foody have filed a defamation lawsuit against conservative commentator Benny Johnson, alleging he falsely labeled them as “left-wing terrorists” who assaulted federal officers during a protest outside an ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois. 

Clovis Police say Jacob Meier, a 25-year-old part-time percussion coach at Buchanan High School, was arrested Friday on suspicion of felony sex with...

ABC News reports that newly reviewed text messages from the Cornell investigation show the woman identified as "Jane Doe" later told a fraternity member that"90% of what happened that night was not consensual" and that receiving ketamine made her feel "like a sex doll/worker." 

The Independent reports that a case of mistaken identity linked to the Cornell sexual-assault lawsuit led to a 23-year-old U.S. Marine Corps sergeant b...

ABC News reports that Christa Pike, Tennessee's only female death-row inmate, is alive but remains critically ill after a failed execution attempt by lethal injection. Her attorneys said she is unconscious, on a ventilator, and being treated for the effects of the drugs used during the execution, as well as injuries to her arms from repeated IV attempts. 

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ABC30 reports that multiple U.S. Navy strike fighter squadrons have returned to Naval Air Station Lemoore after a 10-month deployment, reuniting service members with their families and loved ones. The returning sailors and aviators had been deployed aboard a carrier strike group supporting operations overseas. The homecoming was marked by emotional reunions as families gathered at the base to welcome them back.  

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The New Republic reports that the Trump administration's new America.gov AI chatbot appeared to stop answering certain politically sensitive questions after initially providing fact-based responses that contradicted some of Donald Trump's claims. 

A Tokyo court issued a landmark ruling recognizing legal protection for a person's voice, siding in part with anime voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda in a case involving an AI-generated clon...

If you're interested in police, sheriff, fire, and public safety history, the Fresno Public Safety Collectors Show on October 3 is a free local event featuring rare memorabilia, displays, and collectors from around California. 

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K-9 Jett has returned home after spending more than a week in Irvine receiving treatment for a life-threatening spine and lung infection. Jett had been in critical condition but is now stable enough to continue recovering at home. 

Fresnoland reports that opposition to privatizing the Fresno County Public Library system is growing, with union leaders, librarians, and local elected officials publicly pushing back against the id...

As election day draws closer, Philip Teresi sits down with the former Superintendent of Fresno County Schools, Larry Powell to get a better perspective about the position. Powell shares stories from the school yard and who he is endorsing for the role in November.  

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The Wall Street Journal reports that Tennessee has continued a halt on executions following revelations of errors and procedural problems involving the state's lethal-injection protocol. Officials are reviewing execution procedures and whether they comply with state requirements. 

Sierra Nevada Cheese Company has recalled its Graziers raw milk cheeses after a multistate outbreak of E. coli O26:H11 infections. Federal health of...

ABC30 reports that Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra and Republican candidate Steve Hilton sparred over some of California's biggest issues during a gubernatorial debate, including housing, crime, homelessness, the economy, and immigration. 

A Washington, D.C., judge permanently dismissed the criminal case against former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, who had been accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Po...

In a Washington Post opinion piece, a San Diego yoga instructor is highlighted for her years-long fight with city officials over being cited and fined for holding outdoor yoga classes in public spaces. The case became a broader debate over government regulation, public-space use, and individual rights. 

ABC7 News reports that the historic Winchester Mystery House in San Jose is transforming into a large-scale Halloween event c...

According to CBC News, the Trump administration announced new restrictions on a range of Canadian imports, including certain alcoholic beverages, whey products, motorcycles, and molasses products, escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada. 

According to USA Today, the U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case involving state laws that restrict who can own or operate liquor distilleries and how alcohol is regulated a...

In its IPO filing, AI company Anthropic made the unusual move of warning investors that advanced artificial intelligence could pose severe risks, including the possibility of human extinction if not properly controlled. 

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Former special counsel Jack Smith testified before Congress for the first time about his investigations of Donald Trump, including the federal election-interference and classified-documents cases. The hearing became a major political flashpoint, with Republicans sharply criticizing Smith's decisions and Democrats defending the investigations. 

According to Engadget, reports indicate that McDonald's is exploring the use of AI a...

Mediaite reports that leaked audio obtained by The New York Times captures Ken Paxton, the Republican Senate candidate in Texas, telling donors that Donald Trump's recent Texas midterm convention hurt polling numbers. 

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Gov. Gavin Newsom signed four new DUI laws aimed at cracking down on repeat drunk drivers after a CalMatters investigation found California has some of the nation's weakest DUI laws. 

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation aimed at strengthening local news organizations and supporting journalism in California, calling a free press a cornerstone of democracy. The move comes as newspapers and local newsrooms continue to face layof...

The Wall Street Journal reports that the proposed Protect College Sports Act is a federal effort to create nationwide rules for college athletics as schools, athletes, conferences, and lawmakers grapple with the rapidly changing world of NIL (name, image, and likeness) compensation and athlete payments. 

The growing shortage of academic jobs for Ph.D. graduates is not just a crisis, but a sign that higher education is producin...

In an opinion piece, Miguel Arias argues that Fresno Unified School District is effectively "robbing Peter to pay Paul" by moving money between funds and relying on one-time resources to cover ongoing expenses. The article questions the district's long-term financial strategy amid budget pressures. 

The man who reported seeing a large venomous snake in his Santa Ana backyard has confessed that he made up the story and admitted...