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Calif. Democrats vote to preserve July 1 gas tax hike
Republicans sought to suspend California’s perpetual gas tax increase, tied to inflation markers. Democrats opted to raise gas taxes anyway.
June 27, 2023
Schwarzenegger supports bill banning on Skittles, other candies
The Governator doesn't wade into much in Sacramento these days, but a prospective law affecting certain candies piqued his interest.
June 27, 2023
Who’s suing Bitwise Industries – and why? A look at the legal filings against the company.
A closer look at the litany of litigation facing failed Fresno-based tech venture Bitwise Industries.
June 23, 2023
Rivian to join rival Tesla’s charging network
Tesla's charging network is quickly becoming the dominant choice for automakers switching to EV.
June 20, 2023
Taco Bell settles suit for breaking Calif. gift card laws
Gift cards with less than $10 on them were unable to "Live Mas" at the fast food chain.
June 19, 2023
UPS workers vote to strike, increasing worries for supply chain
A strike by shipping truck drivers would be the largest work stoppage in decades, threatening a wide spectrum of the economy.
June 18, 2023
Report: False designation for primate could block ability to test groundbreaking drugs
The endangered species status from one international organization is being contested over errors as it threatens critical, life-saving research.
June 15, 2023
Who was Bitwise Industries’ surprise whale? The family behind Walmart.
A Central Valley native and member of the extended Walton Family is not just a Director for the failed tech venture – the family's businesses are among Bitwise's largest investors.
June 15, 2023
Bitwise Industries officially terminates entire workforce
Interim President Ollen Douglass delivered the bad news to the 900 employees across the nation on Wednesday.
June 14, 2023
Bitwise dumped employees with no health coverage. Now, it’s demanding they retain corporate records.
The company's first message to employees did not address the lapse in health coverage. Instead, employees received a demand to keep records.
June 13, 2023