After long wait, Salas kicks off 2024 rematch bid against Valadao
The former Bakersfield Assemblyman lost in 2022 despite holding a significant Democratic voter registration advantage.
Newsom vetoes bill requiring Legislature confirmation of oil supervisor
By vetoing the bill, Governor Gavin Newsom refused to give away the power he holds over the state's contentious oil permitting process.
Fresno community group sues over Cesar Chavez Blvd. renaming
1 Community Compact followed through on a promise of litigation after the speedy-yet-controversial renaming of Kings Canyon Road, Ventura Street, and California Avenue.
Power restored to 2,000 north Fresno, Madera Co. residents amid soaring temps
Fresno's triple digit temperatures caused thousands of homes to be without power.
Amid pressure, Calif. Dems reverse course, advance human trafficking bill
After days of pressure from both Republicans, the Assembly Public Safety Committee reconsidered Senate Bill 14.
Fresno Fair CEO Lauri King leaves for position with Fresno State
The Big Fresno Fair will jumpstart its search for a new CEO just one year after King took over.
Calif. lawmakers declare human trafficking of minors not “serious felony”
The death of a bipartisan bill sponsored by Sen. Shannon Grove (R–Bakersfield) was assailed by crime victims and supportive lawmakers.
Nearly a year after Federal indictment, here’s when ex-Rep. TJ Cox is next due in court
The former Valley Congressman and Federal prosecutors have agreed to multiple continuances over voluminous amounts of discovery.
Joaquin Arambula stripped of plum Budget Committee assignments after challenging Rivas
Arambula’s removal comes months after he explored a run at the Assembly speakership.
Community Health strikes new deal with Anthem
Anthem customers will now be able to use Community once again after the lengthy negotiation period draws to a close.
