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Report: FBI probing Bitwise Industries collapse
The tech venture's collapse on Memorial Day and the subsequent reverberations have prompted Federal investigators to look at the matter, sources say.
June 28, 2023
San Joaquin River Conservancy expands access to Sycamore Island
The island along the San Joaquin River will now be open daily during the summer.
June 26, 2023
Dyer says $250 million for downtown Fresno has been secured
The revelation comes after state lawmakers struck a deal with Governor Gavin Newsom to allocate the funding in the budget.
June 24, 2023
Fresno approves $1.87bil budget, largest in city history
Public safety made gains in the budget, yet infrastructure costs still hang over the future of the city.
June 22, 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
Fresno Chaffee Zoo receives largest-ever donation from Club One chief Kirkland
Club One Casino owner Kyle Kirkland is a longtime advocate of animal welfare projects. Now, he's making a splash with Fresno's zoo.
June 21, 2023
Ron DeSantis descended on Fresno County. Here’s his pitch to donors.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis swung through Fresno County for a fundraiser Monday. The Sun's Daniel Gligich had exclusive access during the event.
June 19, 2023
Newsom’s $250 million investment in downtown Fresno faces opposition
Local social justice groups have taken issue with the funding for downtown instead of addressing needs in south Fresno neighborhoods.
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
Fresno City Council approves around 100 budget motions heavy on roads, parks, LGBTQ resources
Fresno’s budget committee is tasked with reconciling a laundry list of requests before approving a balanced budget next week.
June 14, 2023