Newsom said banning economic incentives to recruit companies would hurt inland California cities, such as those in the San Joaquin Valley.
Fresno Housing Authority looks for $400k loan for Chinatown housing project
The City of Fresno may loan nearly $400,000 of its federal HOME funds to an affordable housing project proposed for Chinatown.
Chevron fined $2.7mil for Kern Co. oil seep
California’s oil regulator announced $2.7 million in fines levied against Chevron centered on a longstanding oil seep near McKittrick.
Fresno County eyes big increase in transportation fees for housing development
The County of Fresno is looking at nearly doubling a $1,637 fee for single-family housing units to account for transportation instrastructure costs.
Fresno County OKs $4mil sale of University Medical Center for affordable housing units
With backing from the County, a Fresno developer is looking to convert 33 acres of hospital facilities into affordable housing units in southeast Fresno.
Gerawan Farming, Wawona Packing announce major ag merger
Two of San Joaquin Valley stone fruit producers announced that they completed a merger to become the nation’s largest stone fruit producer on Wednesday.
Kaiser, unions agree to tentative four-year deal to avoid strike
The Oakland-based nonprofit health giant and a collection of unions announced a tentative, four-year contract to avoid a nationwide strike in mid-October.
Calif. AG launches suit against Paul Blanco’s Good Car Company
A lawsuit filed Monday against Paul Blanco and his eponymous dealerships alleges deceptive practices toward customers and lenders.
Marquez Brothers agree to $2mil settlement for refusing to hire non-Hispanic workers
The food company settled with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission over allegations it gave preferential treatment to Hispanic job applicants.
Looking to Airbnb your house? In Fresno, you may need a permit soon.
As Airbnbs grow in Fresno, so are neigbor complaints. Fresno City Councilman Garry Bredefeld wants to regulate short-term rentals to maintain stability.
