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Productive, Calif.: Fresno’s economic comeback ranks among top in the U.S.
Prior to the Great Recession, Fresno ranked as one of the least economically productive cities in America. Here's how the times have changed.
December 13, 2022
SCOTUS declines to halt Calif. flavored tobacco ban
R.J. Reynolds and other tobacco companies sought the high court’s intervention to keep the ban from taking effect by Dec. 21.
December 12, 2022
Valley favorite ski resort sold. Here’s who owns China Peak now.
After 13 years in the owner's box, Tim Cohee has sold China Peak Ski Resort. Here's who is taking over.
December 11, 2022
‘Sick and tired’: Karbassi rallies shop owners, law enforcement over millions in brazen retail thefts
Fresno City Councilman Mike Karbassi, a store owner himself, brought fellow retailers and law enforcement together Tuesday to educate and strengthen ties as massive thefts continue on the Valley floor.
December 6, 2022
Tackling high gas prices puts Newsom, Fong on collision course as Legislature returns
State legislators on both sides of the aisle proposed their bills and vowed to suspend others in an effort aimed at what they believe will relieve pressure at the pump.
December 6, 2022
Hanford will have a third cannabis dispensary. Here’s who will open up in town.
The winning dispensary aims to redevelop an existing 3,600 square-foot building in downtown Hanford for the storefront along with a co-working and community space.
December 6, 2022
‘My Job Depends on Oil’ launches as Sacramento tightens chokehold on energy production
A new local movement designed to fight for California’s oil and gas industry has sprung up to raise awareness against competing interests in the state.
December 1, 2022
Fresno lawmakers weigh job creation pilot program, pay changes for city executives
Fresno City Councilman Luis Chavez crafted a pilot program aiming to strengthen job creation along one of Fresno's major thoroughfares.
November 19, 2022
Dyer backs off of Fresno PG&E takeover pitch: “That’s not my belief.”
Two weeks after launching a broadside at Pacific Gas and Electric, Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer is backing off a taxpayer-funded takeover of the utility.
November 16, 2022
Doom-and-gloom solar panel program update pared back by state regulators. Here’s what it means for homeowners.
An initial proposal that would undercut financial incentives for installing solar panels on homes is being rolled back, with some other changes. Here's what it means.
November 13, 2022