Councilwoman Veronica Vargas, an immigrant from Argentina, has resided in Tracy for more than 20 years. She was first elected in 2014.
Villapudua picks up endorsements for Assembly race
Former San Joaquin County Supervisor Carlos Villapudua picked up a handful of endorsements as his campaign for a Stockton-centered seat begins in earnest.
Aera Energy named one of the best midsize companies for employees
Bakersfield-based Aera Energy has been named as one of the best midsize companies to work for on Forbes America’s 2019 Best Midsize Employers List.
Ex-Bulldog Taylor joins 76ers for Summer League
Deshon Taylor was already signed on to play in with the Adelaide 36ers of the Australian National Basketball League, starting in October.
Tulare County Library eliminates late fees
Tulare County becomes the first library in the Central Valley to eliminate late fees, joining more than 50 libraries nationwide.
The future of Adventist Health Tulare is riding on hospital’s “Tower of Shame”
The major project that has brought much consternation to Tulare’s hospital may very well be its pathway to a stable, if not surging, future.
Gang sweep cripples Valley’s Nuestra Familia drug operation, nearly 100 arrested
In the course of the 10-month Operation Red Reaper, 96 people were arrested and 74 firearms were seized, including 14 fully automatic firearms.
Special financing for solar projects proves sticky for Valley residents
On the surface, the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program looks straight forward. Yet, some Valley cities have voted to eliminate the program.
Officials advise to stay out of San Luis Reservoir water due to algae bloom
The California Department of Water Resources is advising people to stay out of the water at the San Luis Reservoir …
Three Tulare Co. farm workers taken to hospital after pesticide exposure
In total, 63 farm workers were exposed. Three people were taken to Kaweah Delta Medical Center for symptoms of nausea and vomiting.
