1+ hour, 13+ min ago (332+ words) MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Hundreds of people lined the Merced County Fairgrounds Monday morning for the chance to take home free holiday food ahead of Thanksgiving. "We just thank God to be receiving the gift we are receiving," Budina Smith said in line. They braved cold and foggy weather to be there. "We are freezing out here," Smith said, bundled up. Volunteers handed out turkeys, cheese and almonds to 500 people. We're told some people were lined up as early as midnight to 6 am, even though the gates didn't open until 11 a.m. Budina Smith was one of the first in line at 6:30 am- ensuring she gets a turkey-- after struggling to get food on the table. "It's very hard. I work two jobs and it's still hard. You can barely get your bills paid," Smith explained. Many in line are expressing similar…...

2+ hour, 48+ min ago (384+ words) FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The Thanksgiving holiday rush was in full swing on Monday as travelers packed the Fresno Yosemite International Airport with 72 hours until the holiday. "There was a little bit of fog, but United got us here safely," passenger Reisa Elden told Action News about her flight from San Francisco. Elden is in Fresno for work and is thankful she arrived on time. "I would recommend TSA and CLEAR if you are traveling over the holidays," Elden said. "I think today is a good travel day. It might get a little crazier Tuesday and Wednesday." Passengers are advised to arrive two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international departures. Flyers should also check their wallets. "If passengers haven't traveled since May, Real ID is now in effect," airport spokeswoman Vikkie Calderon said. "Travelers need a Real ID…...

3+ hour, 36+ min ago (136+ words) We are just days away from our Thanksgiving feast, but we're getting a jump start on what to do with all of those leftovers. Holiday Hosting Hacks: What to do with Thanksgiving leftovers FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- We are just days away from our Thanksgiving feast, but we're getting a jump start on what to do with all of those leftovers. Dustin and Roxanne Hanson with Any Which Way joined us with a delicious post-Thanksgiving meal. Fresno airport, roadways expected to packed ahead of Thanksgiving Hundreds given free holiday food ahead of Thanksgiving in Merced Police investigating death of 71-year-old man in Visalia 2 people rob food mart at Visalia gas station, police say 'Five O Driving School' gets former first responders to teach students Sid's Christmas Trees in Clovis opens for the season...

7+ hour, 8+ min ago (85+ words) VISALIA, Calif. (KFSN) -- Police are searching for two suspects who robbed a food mart at a gas station in Visalia. Police responded to Griffin Food Mart on Walnut Avenue near Akers Street just after 5 am Monday for a report of a robbery. Investigators learned two masked suspects entered the store, with one pulling a gun on the cashier and demanding money. The pair stole about $350 before running away. If you have any information about this case, you are asked to contact Visalia police....

7+ hour, 57+ min ago (171+ words) Join Ryan Seacrest, Rita Ora, Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski and Julianne Hough as they ring in the new year. "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026" is ringing in the new year with a star-studded host lineup, where they'll celebrate from Times Square and beyond! Returning to the heart of Times Square is Ryan Seacrest, joined by chart-topping artist Rita Ora as they lead the nation's most-watched New Year's Eve celebration, live from New York City. In Chicago, Chance the Rapper joins the show from his hometown to welcome in the new year from the Midwest. And in Las Vegas, NFL superstar Rob Gronkowski returns alongside Julianne Hough, who's making her "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" co-hosting debut. A host will also join from Puerto Rico, but details are yet to be announced. "Dick Clark's New…...

8+ hour, 1+ min ago (663+ words) The holiday season's most exciting gadgets are here! We've rounded up a list of the best tech gifts for adults this winter. Drive confidently with the Nextbase 320XR Dash Cam Bundle. This complete front- and rear-camera system records in 1080p Full HD to capture every detail, whether driving or parked. No extra accessories, app, or Bluetooth needed: simply install, plug in, and start your trip. The Barsys 360 mixes bar-quality cocktails in just 10-30 seconds. From whiskey sours to margaritas, every pour is consistent, delicious, and effortless. Pair with the Barsys app to explore hundreds of recipes, customize your favorites, or create new cocktails with what's already in your bar. Elevate your next get-together with hand-crafted, signature carbonated drinks. Drinkmate Omnifizz can carbonate anything from iced tea to custom cocktails. Enjoy the sensation of sparkling juices and cocktails, or recarbonate sparkling wine, flat soda,…...

8+ hour, 12+ min ago (197+ words) WESTCHESTER, New York -- A family in New York has a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving because their 18-month-old is finally heading home after being in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit since she was born. Leah was born 16 weeks early and weighed just over one pound. "We're looking forward to waking up with our daughter. We're looking forward to Leah being around the house," her father, Andy Montayes, said. Leah has been treated for a heart defect, a brain bleed and lung disease. She's spent the last year at Blythedale Children's Hospital, in Westchester County, being weaned off of a breathing tube while undergoing physical, occupational and feeding therapy. Leah's personality has emerged despite her medical challenges. "She's just so strong, and I feel like that's a testament to all of it. She's so strong, she wants to be…...

9+ hour, 14+ min ago (294+ words) A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump's urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department. The rulings from U.S. District Judge Cameron McGowan Currie amount to a stunning rebuke of the Trump administration's efforts to target Trump's political opponents. It also highlights its legal maneuvering to hastily install a loyalist prosecutor willing to file the cases. Monday's order deals exclusively with the mechanism the Trump administration employed to appoint Halligan, a former White House aide with no prior prosecutorial experience, to lead one of the Justice Department's most elite and important offices. Halligan was named to the job in September after a different interim U.S. attorney, Erik Siebert, was effectively forced out amid pressure from the…...

9+ hour, 44+ min ago (265+ words) Ten years after first being transported to Zootopia - a city run by animals, for animals - audiences are now able to return with "Zootopia 2." Returning with audiences are voice actors for Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps, Jason Bateman and Ginnifer Goodwin. "I still can't believe I got the job in the first place 10 years ago," Goodwin said. She explained that his is "because I feel like it doesn't get better than this. Whatever it could be, I just wanted to be part of the family." Joining the "Zootopia" family is Ke Huy Quan, playing Gary De'Snake. "What's really special for me is I grew up watching Disney cartoons and animated films, and it has made a big impact in my childhood," said Quan. "Getting to be on this side, where I get to voice a character and be part of the…...

10+ hour, 27+ min ago (146+ words) WASHINGTON -- Two turkeys from North Carolina will get the special honor of being pardoned at the White House this year for Thanksgiving. President Trump along with the First Lady will celebrate the 78th anniversary of the National Thanksgiving Turkey presentation with a ceremony taking place tomorrow. Last week, social media users were asked to select this year's turkey names from the options provided by North Carolina 4H and FFA students. The turkeys have officially been named "Gobble" and "Waddle". Both were raised in Nahunta, North Carolina. When the two arrived in Washington they were treated to a luxurious stay at the Willard Intercontinental Hotel. After the ceremony, the pair will live out the rest of their lives in the care of the Prestage Department of Poultry Science at North Carolina State University. SEE ALSO: Triangle groups ease holiday strain amid rising food…...