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Madera sets cannabis tax rates, declines to change mayoral selection process
After finally approving the cannabis application process last December, Madera set its tax rates for all marijuana operations.
January 19, 2022
Grand Jury finds too many “helping hands” to be a detriment for Fresno County homeless response
"Unfortunately, a ‘crib sheet’ is required to keep track of all the governmental and nonprofit entities working to resolve this challenge locally," Fresno County grand jurors wrote.
January 19, 2022
Tower Theatre drama enters new act, court upholds halt on sale
A Wednesday appellate ruling left open the possibility that Sequoia Brewing could purchase the building that it is currently leasing on site.
January 19, 2022
Parlier threatens to cut off Coalinga contract for emergency dispatch services over hiring of ex-chief
The cities of Parlier and Coalinga are in the midst of a heated battle over, of all things, radios. The hiring of Parlier's former police chief, Jose Garza, is the source.
January 18, 2022
Downtown Merced business owners to decide on forming association
Mayor Matthew Serratto said a large concern has been finding ways to get downtown property owners to step up and have skin in the game within the community.
January 18, 2022
Fresno County approves $1,500 bonus for essential workers
The pandemic bonus payment was not adopted on Tuesday with unanimous support.
January 18, 2022
McNerney to retire, prompting shake-up in Valley Congressional map
Long-time Rep. Jerry McNerney (D–Stockton) announced he would not seek a ninth term in the newly-drawn, San Joaquin County-anchored 9th Congressional District.
January 18, 2022
Hefty battle shaping up for soon-to-be vacant Kern Co. Supervisor seat
2022 is sure to deliver a change of scenery on the dais of the Kern County Board of Supervisors. But first: a highly-competitive race for an open seat.
January 17, 2022
Costco clears first hurdle for big NW Fresno move
A district-level panel OK'd the warehouse chain's request for a conditional use permit and rezone along Herndon Ave. in Fresno.
January 17, 2022
Conway launches bid in Nunes replacement election
The former Republican leader in the California State Assembly announced her candidacy for an April special election to replace Rep. Devin Nunes.
January 16, 2022