Assembly Bill 2753, introduced by Assemblywoman Esmeralda Soria in February, would have prohibited anyone who is or has been required to register as a sex offender from running for local elective office.

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Philip Teresi sits down with Fresno City Manager Georgeanne White. The City of Fresno has officially regained control of Granite Park Sports Complex after evicting the nonprofit Central Valley Community Sports Foundation (CVCSF), which had operated the facility for about a decade. On June 30, city officials and locksmiths changed the locks at the city-owned complex on Cedar Avenue and took possession of the property. For questions or concerns regarding Granite Park, call: 559-621-5366

After winning the legal battle to regain control of Granite Park, Fresno became responsible for managing reservations, field rentals, and facility operations. City officials said a formal fee schedule was required in order to legally collect fees from sports leagues and event organizers using the complex. City Manager Georgeanne White said the city intends to operate Granite Park similarly to the Regional Sports Complex in southwest Fresno and honor existing reservations to avoid disruptions for users.

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In anticipation of America's upcoming 250th birthday, the Washington Post explored a bigger question: What might the United States look like by 2076, when the nation turns 300 years old? The article examines how technology, medicine, transportation, space exploration, and society could evolve over the next 50 years.

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Philip Teresi sits down with Dave Jeffers from USCCA & Kevin Draughon from FCSO with an invite to the upcoming CCW initial class. Dave & Kevin answer questions about the process and debunk some rumors about traveling with weapons. The event will provide highly-trained and specialized instructors to take you step-by-step through the application process and begin your concealed weapon permit training.

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A study is claiming that armed civilians often stop active shooters with fewer casualties than police interventions. The authors attribute this advantage to civilians already being on scene and being harder for attackers to identify. The findings are presented as support for concealed-carry rights, though the conclusions remain controversial within broader debates over gun policy and public safety.

USA Today reports that rumors about England using Viagra to combat Mexico City's altitude were false. Thomas Tuchel dismissed the claim, while Jordan Henderson joked about it before clarifying he wasn't serious. The underlying issue is real, though: England faced a significant altitude challenge at Estadio Azteca, where the thinner air can affect player performance and endurance.

The medical examiner concluded that Helen Massiell Garay Sanchez died from hypothermia after spending the night inside a walk-in freezer at a Miami Dollar Tree store, with alcohol use contributing to her death. Investigators found no evidence of foul play, but her family is pursuing a wrongful-death lawsuit against the retailer seeking $50 million in damages.

Reuters reports on a study by researchers from Poland and the Czech Republic that explored why cannibalism became one of humanity's strongest taboos. Their conclusion: societies that practiced cannibalism faced significantly greater risks of disease, making the behavior harmful to long-term population survival.

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The Balogun case is one of the most controversial moments of the 2026 World Cup. After Trump personally pushed for a review, FIFA overturned a suspension that normally would have kept the U.S. star out of a crucial knockout-round match. FIFA insists the ruling was independent, but the timing of Trump's intervention has fueled a global debate about politics, power, and the integrity of the World Cup.

The WSJ's main takeaway is that the conversation around AI and employment is evolving. While tech leaders previously warned of sweeping job losses, many are now emphasizing augmentation and productivity. The underlying concern remains—AI is likely to reshape the workforce—but there is far less certainty about how many jobs will disappear and how quickly those changes will occur.

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Politico's report centers on a sexual-assault allegation made by former partner Jenny Racicot against Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. Platner has categorically denied the accusation, but the story immediately triggered calls from major Democratic leaders and organizations for him to withdraw from the race, putting his candidacy against Sen. Susan Collins in serious doubt.

The Venice Film Festival is recognizing George Clooney not only for his success as a Hollywood star but also for his achievements as a filmmaker, producer, and humanitarian. The Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement places him among the festival's most celebrated honorees and acknowledges a career that has spanned nearly five decades.

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CBS reports that Tilly Norwood, a controversial AI-generated character, will star in Particle6's upcoming feature film Misaligned. Supporters say the project demonstrates how AI and human creators can work together, while critics argue it represents a troubling move toward replacing human performers with synthetic ones. The film is already becoming a flashpoint in Hollywood's larger debate over AI's role in entertainment.

Newly released video shows significant damage to a parked Tesla that authorities say was struck by Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in Yountville, California. The incident is being investigated as a possible hit-and-run.

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