After fines, investigation threats, embattled SCCCD trustee draws 2020 challenger
Eric Payne, an embattled trustee for the State Center Community College District, narrowly survived a four-candidate field challenging him in 2016.
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Calif. Supreme Court strikes down Presidential tax return requirement
California’s State Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision finding the new law targeted at President Donald Trump as unconstitutional.
Fresno, Politics
In hotly-contested Fresno City Council race, candidates tackle the issues
In their first campaign forum, City Council candidates Nathan Alonzo and Tyler Maxwell tackled housing, crime, homelessness, and jobs.
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Democrats make their pick to face off against Nunes. It might surprise you.
Last weekend in Long Beach, California Democratic Party delegates made their endorsement in the 2020 March Primary to face Rep. Devin Nunes.
Fresno, Politics
Advocates appeal Measure P ruling confirming 2018 defeat
An advocacy group backing Fresno’s failed 30-year parks tax appealed a court ruling holding the tax was defeated by failing to reach two-thirds support.
Bakersfield, Politics
Stephens, former Sheriff’s deputy, jumps in race for Kern Supervisor
Daures Stephens, a former Kern County Sheriff’s deputy, jumped into the race to replace Kern County Supervisor Mick Gleason on Monday.
Bakersfield, Politics
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.