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Kevin Lincoln viewed as GOP’s “dream candidate” to take on Harder
Lincoln's candidacy is bound to bring national attention to the race as the GOP seeks to flip the 9th District and strengthen its lead in the House.
July 20, 2023
First human Case of West Nile virus confirmed in Tulare County
Tulare County officials have issued advisories to residents to remain vigilant and protect against mosquito bites.
July 20, 2023
Bakersfield-centric Berry Corp. plans to acquire Macpherson Energy Corp.
The Bakersfield-founded, Texas-based oil firm hasn’t made an acquisition in two years.
July 20, 2023
Explosion rocks Kern Co. hydrogen bus fueling station
The explosions arrived as Kern GET busses were being refueled with hydrogen fuel.
July 19, 2023
New Calif. ballot measure to legalize psychedelic mushrooms gathering signatures
Along with an effort by the Legislature to legalize psychedelics, California Voters might also be faced with the question of decriminalizing magic mushrooms.
July 19, 2023
Grundy, Fresno’s deputy mayor, set to depart post
The former Habitat for Humanity executive was tapped to take over the revived Deputy Mayor role by Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer.
July 19, 2023
Investigation: Fresno State lacked sexual harassment prevention
Fresno State’s Title IX sex harassment issues were underpinned by a lack of prevention or education efforts by senior officials.
July 18, 2023
Fresno Co. grants three-year extension to CEMEX for quarry mining
CEMEX now has three more years of guaranteed operations while it hammers out the environmental review for its latest proposal.
July 18, 2023
After long wait, Salas kicks off 2024 rematch bid against Valadao
The former Bakersfield Assemblyman lost in 2022 despite holding a significant Democratic voter registration advantage.
July 18, 2023
Fresno community group sues over Cesar Chavez Blvd. renaming
1 Community Compact followed through on a promise of litigation after the speedy-yet-controversial renaming of Kings Canyon Road, Ventura Street, and California Avenue.
July 17, 2023