Les Hubbard
753 posts
Les Hubbard is a contributing reporter for The San Joaquin Valley Sun.
Jobless claims plunge to lowest level in three years
Initial unemployment claims hit a three-year low, defying private sector job loss reports.
December 4, 2025
Fanatics enters prediction market arena
Sports merchandising giant Fanatics unveils Fanatics Markets, enabling users to trade on sports, finance and culture events.
December 4, 2025
San Francisco sues food companies over health risks
The city’s lawsuit alleges major manufacturers are fueling a public health crisis by promoting ultraprocessed foods linked to serious diseases.
December 3, 2025
Washington shooting suspect charged with murder
The suspect appeared in court from a hospital bed and faces multiple felony counts.
December 2, 2025
CSU trustees OK 10% raise for Fresno State’s Jimenez-Sandoval
The Fresno State chief will see his pay exceed $500,000 per year under the agreement approved with only one dissenting vote.
December 1, 2025
Kulldorff leaves for new HHS role
The federal vaccine advisory committee is undergoing a leadership change under RFK Jr.’s watch.
December 1, 2025
Appeals court disqualifies former Trump lawyer Alina Habba as New Jersey prosecutor.
The court upheld a ruling barring Habba from serving as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor, citing the lack of Senate confirmation and legal challenges to her appointment.
December 1, 2025
US finalizes zero-tariff agreement with UK on pharmaceuticals
A new deal eliminates tariffs and raises UK spending on U.S. medicines, aiming to boost innovation and improve drug access in both countries.
December 1, 2025
Judge dismisses charges against James Comey, Letitia James
A federal judge tossed indictments against former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
November 24, 2025
Supreme Court rejects appeal to reinstate UBS whistleblower’s $1 million jury award
The Supreme Court declined to revive an award for a UBS whistleblower, leaving in place a lower court’s decision that found insufficient legal grounds for the jury verdict.
November 24, 2025