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Fresno’s chief financial officer headed for axing? Lawmakers set to consider status of city controller.
It appears Fresno City Controller Michael Lima is on the hot seat.
September 28, 2022
Ex-Fresno Unified principal Vollhardt pleads not guilty in child abuse case
The former principal of Wolters Elementary did not appear in court to enter his plea on charges of child abuse and child endangerment over shoving an autistic child.
September 27, 2022
Sunday morning attack leaves Valley Target employee slashed
The attack shook up a Target store in north Fresno.
September 25, 2022
Fresno Dems vent over Slatic, Bredefeld, Mendes in call for Bonta to probe Fresno DA Smittcamp
Fresno Democrats want Attorney General Rob Bonta to investigate Fresno Couty DA Lisa Smittcamp. But that wasn't all they had to say on Wednesday.
September 22, 2022
Esparza heads to court on extortion charge, launches motion to dismiss
The Fresno City Council President is seeking to have his felony charge of extorting an ex-City Attorney thrown out.
September 20, 2022
GOP, Dems oppose Fresno Co. road tax extension. Top members warn of “roadpocalypse.”
Call it a moment unlike any other: Fresno County’s Republican and Democratic parties find themselves in agreement on something.
September 19, 2022
Calif. lawmakers push for new fighter jets for Fresno-based 144th Fighter Wing
California lawmakers are calling on the Air Force to provide new fighter aircraft to Fresno’s 144th Fighter Wing of the California Air National Guard.
September 15, 2022
City hired prominent lawyer to rep top Fresno lawmaker in criminal case, docs say.
The city of Fresno hired a prominent criminal defense attorney to defend the City Council president in a criminal case, records show.
September 14, 2022
Drinks on the Table? New Table Mountain casino opens the door for booze
Table Mountain Casino and Resort, long the lone dry tribal casino in Central California, may soon be serving up cocktails and other alcohol.
September 12, 2022
Fresno a “pro-choice” city, as lawmakers override veto on Planned Parenthood funds
The controversial $1 million state tax appropriation will pass through Fresno's coffers before heading to the abortion clinic.
September 1, 2022