Hanford gives 10-day ultimatum for improvements on Carnegie Museum
Facing financial turmoil, the operator of the Carnegie is staring down a 10-day deadline to make improvements or lose its lease at the legendary library.
Hanford, Highlight
Bakersfield
Bakersfield’s approach to homeless encampments? Rapid response.
While California faces an unprecedented homelessness crisis, The City of Bakersfield is taking a more aggressive stand against homeless encampments.
Fresno, Highlight
Andy Hall takes over as Fresno Police Chief, Dyer takes leave
Fresno Mayor Lee Brand and City Manager Wilma Quan are expected to announce the successor to long-time Police Chief Jerry Dyer on Friday.
Politics, Visalia
AOC takes in sights of Kings Canyon National Park
The Green New Deal pitchwoman posted videos from Kings Canyon National Park on her Instagram, highlighting the local gem and its environmental impact.
Fresno, Highlight
Fresno City Council takes a stand against panhandling
A proposal to allow the City of Fresno to post signs discouraging giving to panhandlers received the green light by the City Council on Thursday.
Fresno
First West Nile Virus death reported in Fresno County
As mosquito activity increases, one Fresno County resident died from West Nile Virus, the Fresno County Department of Public Health announced Thursday.
Highlight, Politics
Calif. Supreme Court wants answers from state in battle over law requiring Trump’s tax returns
The Court placed the burden on Secretary of State Alex Padilla to explain why it should not nix the new law as violating California’s constitution.
Modesto, Politics
Cannella drops bid for Stanislaus Co. Supervisor citing conflicts
The abrupt exit of the former State Senator leaves the contest to replace four-term Supervisor Jim DeMartini wide open heading into 2020.
Fresno, Highlight
Dolores Huerta removed from protest at Fresno County Supervisors meeting
Huerta blocked the entrance to the Fresno County Board of Supervisors meeting during a planned protest over contract negotiations for caregivers.
Fresno
Bredefeld renews push to combat rampant panhandling in Fresno
With countless signs, the “Help Us, Help Fresno” initiative directs charitable givers and down-on-their luck Fresnans to nonprofits focused on services.
