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2020 Census numbers are in. Here’s a look at changes in Valley’s congressional seats.
The 2020 Census results are in, showing a continued uptick in Hispanic population across the Central Valley, with a hefty decline in Black residents.
August 16, 2021
A different housing crisis: UC Merced seeks Fall start delay over student apartment crunch
More than 1,000 students at the University of California, Merced are still hunting for a place to live ahead of a return-to-campus following the coronavirus pandemic.
August 16, 2021
Costa joins moderate Dems in deadlock over $3.5tril spending plan
Rep. Jim Costa and eight other moderate Democratic lawmakers threatened to withhold their vote on a House-led budget if Speaker Nancy Pelosi didn't expedite President Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure plan.
August 16, 2021
Faulconer launching statewide bus tour Thursday in Fresno
The tour is set to span the state, touching areas often overlooked by candidates, including the Central Coast and Coachella Valley, and conclude on Aug. 30.
August 16, 2021
Small businessman David Giglio pins hopes on ending Costa’s Congressional career
Though new district lines are still months away from being set, small businessman David Giglio, a Madera Republican, has long been campaigning to oust Rep. Jim Costa (D–Fresno).
August 15, 2021
Fresno Councilman: Dire consequences if weed shops OK’d near schools
One Fresno City Council member warned city officials of the incredible legal exposure facing Fresno if a weed shop is approved to open near a school.
August 16, 2021
Valley Children’s Hospital warned of Delta doom for kids. What do the numbers say?
Valley Children's officials issued grave warnings about mask-less kids, citing the Delta surge. But just how bad is it? New data exclusively obtained by The Sun paints a better picture.
August 13, 2021
Legalizing sports betting in Calif. gets competitive with second 2022 initiative
A second initiative seeking to legalize sports wagering is preparing to seek 1 million signatures to make the 2022 ballot. Who's behind it? California cities.
August 12, 2021
Biden steps in to Calif.’s recall to defend Newsom
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are weighing in-person events in California along with continued social media outreach to assist Newsom, sources said.
August 12, 2021
Tower Theatre sale remains blocked as appellate court seeks answers
California's 5th District Court of Appeal has halted the sale of the historic theatre to sort out additional questions related to the sale to Adventure Church.
August 12, 2021