Valley District Attorneys prepare to audit Catholic Diocese abuse records
The move by local prosecutors comes as the Roman Catholic Diocese of undergoes an independent review by a former FBI executive assistant director.
Highlight, Local
Fresno
On track: Southwest Fresno BMX track finally set for construction
After a year on the drawing board, a BMX track is about to get built at Mary Ella Brown Community Center.
Local
Central Valley high-speed rail segment cost jumps nearly $2bil
A report from California’s high speed rail authority shows growing costs, despite a reduced rail line.
Modesto
Stanislaus County reports increase in homeless population
The county’s annual snapshot of its homeless population finds growth, with heavy population concentration in the city of Modesto.
Fresno, Highlight
Fresno City Council approves move to cut liquor stores
Among other things, the unanimously-approved measure caps new liquor store licenses, create an inspection program for stores, and limit window advertising.
Fresno
Fresno City Council pads meetings with more ceremonial proclamations
When does City Hall’s desire to honor worthy Fresnans turn into an abuse of Fresnans’ time? The City Council is about to find out.
Local
Senate panel advances Borgeas CEQA reform bill
Despite vehement opposition, a bill advanced allowing courts to assess attorney’s fees for losing frivolous CEQA lawsuits on in-fill housing projects.
Fresno
Proposed SE Fresno liquor store withdrawn amid new regulations approved
A push to eliminate half of liquor stores in Fresno is colliding with a pitch to build a 7-Eleven, lobbied for by Supervisor Henry R. Perea.
Visalia
Report details “rude, inappropriate” conduct by Tulare councilman Nunley
An independent investigation into Tulare City Council member Greg Nunley details incidents related to his behavior with City staff.
Modesto, Politics
O’Rourke holds closed roundtable in Modesto, tours Modesto Junior College
Democratic Presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke made his sole Central Valley stop in Modesto on Monday. O’Rourke held a private policy …
