Bitwise Industries furloughs entire workforce
The tech incubator and co-working firm denied financial difficulties last week. Now, it's putting its employees on ice.
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A Federal lawsuit in Montana had the potential to make California's dangerous wildfire season severely more deadly without the use of fire retardants.
The NFL starting quarterback has reportedly moved on from his long-time local girlfriend.
A 2022 law shook up how local elected officials raise money for their campaigns. Now, a court has upheld its validity.
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Valadao probes Biden admin.: Why hold Calif. dams hostage?
The Hanford Republican sparred with Biden administration officials over budget priorities regarding water resources and energy.
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Calif. Senators OK legalizing psychedelic drugs
California lawmakers have largely hesitated about extending legalization to psychedelic mushrooms and other drugs.
Calif. Assembly approves ban on Skittles, other foods
A bill that would require sweeping changes to recipes for various foods and candies is one step closer to becoming law.
Western states propose plan to reduce Colorado River use
While the three states, California, Nevada, and Arizona, have not yet reached a final deal, the proposal is a major breakthrough for logjam on the Colorado.
Bill making oil firms liable for wells near homes blocked by lawmakers
California lawmakers have targeted the proximity of oil wells near homes. A new measure, however, went too far in the eyes of ruling Democrats.
Enviros fume as Newsom looks to sidestep regulations for water projects
Environmentalists suing to block major infrastructure projects have managed to stall considerable progress in the Golden State.
Newsom rejects call for $1.2mil slavery reparation checks
California's reparations task force took three years to turn in a report calling for cash payments. It took Newsom three days to knock it down.
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A Fresno middle school launched an 11-year legal saga. Its builder is finally speaking out.
A contract to build a middle school in a poor Fresno neighborhood sparked an FBI probe, the ouster of a Superintendent, and an 11-year-long litigation war. Now, the builder is breaking their silence.
Pentagon explosion hoax increases worries about A.I. impact
The image, which was likely created by an AI image generator, caused media and stock panic on Tuesday.
UPS, Teamsters negotiate with summer strike worries looming large
The union's tough negotiating stance has heightened worries about a strike, potentially knocking the nation's supply chain off-course again.
Gavin’s Law blocked again in Assembly committee
State lawmakers have once again turned down a proposal to bring more stringent penalties on hit-and-run drivers.
McCarthy seizes the initiative, emerges as GOP’s “uniter” during debt battle
The Speaker has flouted public perception, growing his stock while bringing the entirety of the Republican Party together.
Dyer a “puppy dog,” “reluctant to fight the good fight” in Sacramento, says Autry.
Former Fresno Mayor Alan Autry didn't shy away from criticizing Jerry Dyer, a man he tapped as Fresno's Chief of Police in 2001, over his approach to politics in Sacramento.
After weekend pause, McCarthy, Biden resume debt talks
Negotiators for the President and Speaker split up on Saturday, forcing an international chat ahead of a Monday meeting between Biden and McCarthy.
Proposed trash rate hike clouds Dyer’s record $1.85bil budget for Fresno
The mayor's wish list will be picked apart by the council in June during the process to approve a balanced budget.
Kings Co. crime victim director arrested over equipment theft, embezzlement
The Kings County DA staffer had a history of generating controversy, first filing a complaint against the DA mere weeks into her term.
Senator stumps Fresno Federal judge during Ninth Circuit confirmation hearing
Judge Ana de Alba is up for a seat on the powerful Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She couldn't answer a simple legal question from one GOP Senator.
