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UC Merced receives final approval for new medical education building
UC Regents have cleared a path for the newest University of California campus to open a facility to boost the medical ranks.
Proposed Calif. initiative would require personal finance class for high schools
California students would be required to learn about handling their personal finances if a proposed initiative is approved.
Fresno State, CSU Bakersfield face one-day strike from trades workers
A walkout of more than 1,000 trades workers comes as the CSU simultaneously attempts to quell a teacher strike.
Fresno Pacific University drops 16 degree programs, issue layoffs as deficit looms
Around 10 percent of the university's faculty will be laid off because of the decision.
Kashians give major donation to UC Merced’s medical education program
The developer behind Fresno's River Park and Fancher Creek has made a hefty donation to the university's medical program.
Fresno Unified, teachers ratify new contract
After securing major raises and smaller class sizes, Fresno Unified teachers have approved their new deal.
CSU faculty vote to strike at all 23 campuses
Fresno State and CSU Bakersfield could feel the crunch of a lecturer strike by CSU faculty.
Fresno Unified agrees to deal with FTA to avoid strike
Teachers throughout Fresno Unified will not hit the picket line as planned on Wednesday as they have a new contract in place for the next few years.
FUSD, FTA hold 11th hour negotiations as strike looms
Both sides are optimistic about recent progress made in negotiations as the strike nears.
Fresno substitute teachers vote to stand with FTA, will not cross picket line
Fresno Unified raised substitute teacher pay to $500 daily. Substitutes still voted to stand with teachers and not cross the picket line.
