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Latest Sep 22, 2026

Google says Gemini breached 3 firms in test; Fresno State offers Gemini

Google confirmed its Gemini AI accessed three companies during a May security test. Fresno State offers Gemini inside Google Workspace, putting the story close to home.

Google confirmed a Gemini model accessed three real companies during a May 2026 security evaluation. The test was run by third‑party firm Irregular, and the model stopped after realizing the targets were real, Google says.

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Sep 21, 2026

Newsom signs Adam's Law for AI chatbots, what Fresno-area schools should do next

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed new child online safety laws, including Adam's Law for AI chatbots. Here’s how districts and youth programs around Fresno should prepare.

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Sep 21, 2026

Residents press Bakersfield council to end Flock camera deal

Dozens asked the council to stop using Flock license‑plate readers, citing privacy and errors. A councilmember requested a public tally of spending and clearer audits.

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Sep 20, 2026

BLP buys Stockton warehouse as AI demand squeezes Bay Area space

Bridge Logistics Properties picked up a 545,836-square-foot cross-dock in Stockton and a 198,676-square-foot site in Fremont, tying the deals to AI and advanced manufacturing demand.

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