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Parlier threatens to cut off Coalinga contract for emergency dispatch services over hiring of ex-chief
The cities of Parlier and Coalinga are in the midst of a heated battle over, of all things, radios. The hiring of Parlier's former police chief, Jose Garza, is the source.
January 18, 2022
Downtown Merced business owners to decide on forming association
Mayor Matthew Serratto said a large concern has been finding ways to get downtown property owners to step up and have skin in the game within the community.
January 18, 2022
Fresno County approves $1,500 bonus for essential workers
The pandemic bonus payment was not adopted on Tuesday with unanimous support.
January 18, 2022
McNerney to retire, prompting shake-up in Valley Congressional map
Long-time Rep. Jerry McNerney (D–Stockton) announced he would not seek a ninth term in the newly-drawn, San Joaquin County-anchored 9th Congressional District.
January 18, 2022
Hefty battle shaping up for soon-to-be vacant Kern Co. Supervisor seat
2022 is sure to deliver a change of scenery on the dais of the Kern County Board of Supervisors. But first: a highly-competitive race for an open seat.
January 17, 2022
Costco clears first hurdle for big NW Fresno move
A district-level panel OK'd the warehouse chain's request for a conditional use permit and rezone along Herndon Ave. in Fresno.
January 17, 2022
Conway launches bid in Nunes replacement election
The former Republican leader in the California State Assembly announced her candidacy for an April special election to replace Rep. Devin Nunes.
January 16, 2022
Fresh out of office, Nunes opens up on Trump social media, election to replace him
Former Rep. Devin Nunes (R–Tulare) took to Valley airwaves on Thursday to reflect on his time in Congress and preview his work launching a social network under the Trump banner.
January 13, 2022
Magsig picks up backing from Tulare’s Boudreaux, three Supes
Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig's bid to replace former Rep. Devin Nunes (R–Tulare) got a sizable boost, courtesy of south Valley neighbors.
January 14, 2022
Gill drops Congressional bid over McClintock move
The north Valley native and ex-Trump administration national security official initially sought to oust Rep. Josh Harder (D–Turlock).
January 13, 2022