Gerawan sues Maine pension system for details behind Prima Wawona’s collapse, bankruptcy
Prima Wawona, the one-time largest peach producer in the world, financially rotted in the few years after private equity players took control. A former owner wants to know how.
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The two progressive lawmakers departed their "Fighting Oligarchy" tour stop from Bakersfield on a $15,000 per hour private jet.
The crowded field of Democrats may not stand a chance to take over California’s top job if the former vice president enters the race.
The U.S. Senator is making a rare endorsement in a local Fresno election for 2026.
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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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California will lose close to one-tenth of its oil production with the refinery closing.
California sues Trump to stop tariffs
The state argues in its lawsuit that Trump does not have the power to unilaterally implement tariffs.
California’s commercial salmon fishing season closed for third year
Dwindling salmon populations have led to the commercial fishing season being shuttered for the third consecutive year.
California closes $2.8 billion Medi-Cal funding gap
The state was underwater after decided to cover illegal immigrants under Medi-Cal.
Menendez brothers resentencing hearing to go forward
New Los Angeles County DA Nathan Hochman had his request denied to reverse a motion from his predecessor.
Sports betting could return to the ballot in 2026
Gambling companies are making inroads with California's Native American tribes in an attempt to unify on a ballot initiative to legalize sports betting.
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Judge orders Bank of America to pay $540 million
The bank unrepaid deposit insurance over a decade ago.
DA files charges against man suspected of attacking Fresno city employee
The attack left the employee, an electrician who has been with the city for 20 years, in critical condition.
Asian food trucks banned from Fresno shopping center amid alleged complaints from restaurants
Food truck vendors allege that an Asian restaurant at the Fresno shopping center pressed for a ban on competition.
Ryan McCarthy hired as Fresno State women’s basketball coach
Fresno State is bringing one of the top Division II coaches to the Central Valley.
Tuolumne Co. Supervisor Brandon launches bid for State Senate
Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil has a challenger from her former party.
Certain electronics exempt from reciprocal tariffs
Smartphones will be one of the items that will not face reciprocal tariffs under the administration’s plan.
Pfizer to no longer develop weight loss pill
The pharmaceutical giant is not moving forward with the pill due to potential liver injuries.
Democrats want to oust Valadao in 2026. They can’t agree on the right candidate to do it.
Progressive Democrats have their man to take on Rep. David Valadao, but will that stop House Democratic leadership from finding a different option?
Setton Farms bids to take over Touchstone Pistachio plant
With an 80-acre processing facility already in the fold, Setton Farms wants to expand its operations in Terra Bella to acquire the Touchstone facility through liquidation.
Judge to captain Team USA at 2026 World Baseball Classic
Judge, who already captains the Yankees, will lead a U.S. team that is looking to return to the top after losing in the championship match last time around.
