As the Central Valley faces triple-digit temps, organizers of two local farmers markets have cancelled their events this week due to the severe heat.
FACT CHECK: No, Fresno’s police budget is not $1.9 million.
Despite reports to the contrary, Fresno’s proposed police budget is solidly a nine-figure sum, though slimmer than the 2020-2021 budget.
Fong’s effort to curb illegal street racing picks up steam in legislature
A bill led by a Valley legislator aiming to clamp down on illegal street racing in California is one step closer to becoming a reality.
Richard Torrez Jr. fought his way from Tulare to Tokyo’s Olympics. Now, he’s got bigger plans.
As the Tulare native and super heavyweight boxer heads to the Tokyo Olympics, he has a simple message: “My journey’s not done.”
Costa’s push for Valley medical school gets key backing on Capitol Hill
Congressman Jim Costa’s (D–Fresno) push to have a public medical school open in the Central Valley picked up momentum Monday with a key endorsement.
Tulare Co. gives residents extra time to request SQF Complex Fire debris removal
Affected by the Castle Fire in the Sequoias? You have extra time to request debris removal from your property.
Clovis Freedom Fest cancelled for second straight year over pandemic concerns
“If June 15 wasn’t so close to July 4, this story may have had a better ending,” organizers of the popular fireworks show said.
Buckle up: Gas taxes are increasing on July 1
For the fourth straight year, California’s hefty gas tax is on the rise right as summer kicks into high gear.
Fresno City Clerk Spence dismissed after nine years
A narrow vote by the Fresno City Council led to the ouster of the high-ranking city official. Sources told The Sun the move was on the radar dating back to the early aughts of the pandemic.
As applicants wait, Fresno expands number of marijuana dispensaries to 21
The move increases the number of cannabis retail licenses from 14 to 21, allowing three stores per each of the seven council districts before Fresno has granted a single license.
