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Benzeevi pleads no contest in Tulare hospital corruption case
The former chief executive of Tulare's public hospital is staring down a hefty fine but no jail time for the embezzlement and corruption charges.
February 11, 2024
Visalia opens applications for planning commission
The city is looking to fill one seat starting in July.
February 9, 2024
Benzeevi to change plea in Tulare hospital corruption case
Benzeevi is at the center of Tulare County’s largest, most complicated white collar prosecutions, centering on the collapse of Tulare’s public hospital.
February 9, 2024
Latinos will determine majority-making Valley House seat. They’re backing the Republican.
It’s a major pickup for Duarte, who faces an uphill battle in voter registration in the 13th District.
February 9, 2024
Man with prior convictions sentenced to life in prison for murder
The ex-convict only served a fraction of his initial term in prison.
February 8, 2024
Visalia seeks feedback for safe routes to school projects
The city needs feedback as part of its application process to the state in order to receive funding for various bike routes and pedestrian paths.
February 8, 2024
San Joaquin County approves CARE team to help the homeless
The county says the new team will overhaul its approach to dealing with the homelessness crisis.
February 8, 2024
Proposed Hanford Bikini-clad coffee shack stirs controversy, residents speak out in droves
The bikini coffee shop faces much public opposition to its attempt to open a new location in north Hanford.
February 8, 2024
Kern County CAO James Zervis leaves for Florida
Zervis only held the county’s top administrative job for six months.
February 7, 2024
McCarthy for RNC Chair? He has Gaetz’s “endorsement”
The Florida Congressman and McCarthy foe would like to see the former Speaker as the next RNC chair because he wouldn’t make any policy decisions or have to negotiate against Democrats.
February 7, 2024