Peters hits stride in bid to succeed Gleason as Kern Supervisor
In the race to replace Kern Co. Supervisor Mick Gleason, a frontrunner has emerged and a prospective contender announced he wouldn’t take the plunge.
Bakersfield, Politics
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Sanders returns Fresno on Friday for Green New Deal rally
Following a cancelled appearance due to heart attack, Sen. Bernie Sanders returns to Fresno for a rally with supporters this week, his campaign announced.
Politics
In Iowa, Costa puts on dancing shoes for Harris
As Sen. Kamala Harris puts all her eggs into Iowa’s basket, she was joined by Valley Rep. Jim Costa (D–Fresno) for a viral video moment.
Politics
Valley reps gear up as impeachment inquiry rules are set
In a party line vote, the House of Representatives formalized the rules governing the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump.
Bakersfield, Politics
From courthouse to ballot box, a battle over a Kern Co. Supervisor seat
A Kern County Supervisor seat is the prize in a hotly-contested battle over racial representation likely to play a starring role in the 2020 election.
Highlight, Politics
In historic vote, House widely approves Armenian Genocide recognition
Following a 22-year push, the House of Representatives voted in overwhelming and bipartisan fashion Tuesday to recognize the WWI-era Armenian Genocide.
Merced, Politics
Merced Mayor decides against challenge to Costa
After a bit of mulling, Merced Mayor Mike Murphy opted against challenging long-time Rep. Jim Costa (D–Fresno) for Congress in 2020.
Highlight, Madera, Politics
Madera Co. charges woman with felony voter fraud over falsified voter registrations
A Monterey County woman was charged with 12 counts of felony voter fraud by the Madera County District Attorney over falsifying voter registration forms.
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Checks and balances: How much money did Congressional candidates raise?
Challengers taking on incumbent members of Congress are looking to post eye-popping numbers to build momentum going into the March primary.
Education, Highlight, Politics
New faces vie for Clovis Unified school board seats
Five candidates are applying for an appointment to a vacant seat once held by Brian Heryford. Others are mulling bids for a currently-occupied seat.