Les Hubbard
459 posts
Les Hubbard is a contributing reporter for The San Joaquin Valley Sun.
Leticia Perez retakes lead for re-election in Kern Co.’s closest contest
The longtime Kern County Supervisor's campaign has been at the center of an electoral roller coaster, with multiple lead changes since Election Day.
November 24, 2024
Supreme Court to look at FCC’s $8 billion phone subsidy
The FCC has spent $8 billion annually to subsidize phone and internet services.
November 22, 2024
UCLA receives grant for wireless charging roadway
Electric shuttles and buses will be able to charge wirelessly on the road.
November 22, 2024
Amazon invests $4 billion in Anthropic
The tech giant is making a major investment in an AI startup.
November 22, 2024
SEC Chair to step down when Trump takes office
Trump had promised to remove the SEC Chair when he returns to the White House.
November 22, 2024
Mortgage rates rise to highest level since July
Mortgage rates are back on the rise after falling for the last several months.
November 22, 2024
Poll: Majority of Americans won’t get new COVID-19 vaccine
Most Americans are not concerned about COVID-19, leading them to not see the need for an updated shot.
November 21, 2024
Man arrested for attempting to bomb New York Stock Exchange
The FBI has taken the 30-year-old Florida man into custody.
November 21, 2024
Illinois Supreme Court overturns Smollett conviction
The former Empire star was convicted of fabricating an attack on himself.
November 21, 2024
Idaho college murder suspect can face death penalty
The suspect accused of murdering four students in Idaho two years ago may be sentenced to death if convicted.
November 21, 2024