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Lender worries politics is interfering in Fresno’s small business loan program
Official with the lending firm managing Fresno's Revolving Loan Program voiced concern Thursday that politics may be at play in cutting their contract.
September 20, 2019
Marquez Brothers agree to $2mil settlement for refusing to hire non-Hispanic workers
The food company settled with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission over allegations it gave preferential treatment to Hispanic job applicants.
September 19, 2019
UC President Janet Napolitano is resigning. Could Fresno State’s Castro take over?
While the University of California needs to conduct its search to replace Napolitano, could Fresno State President Joseph Castro be the answer?
September 20, 2019
Looking to Airbnb your house? In Fresno, you may need a permit soon.
As Airbnbs grow in Fresno, so are neigbor complaints. Fresno City Councilman Garry Bredefeld wants to regulate short-term rentals to maintain stability.
September 18, 2019
Woodlake Unified Superintendent Gamino resigns
Woodlake Unified Superintendent Alfonso Gamino resigned his position on Tuesday, one month into his second school year with the district.
September 18, 2019
Fresno hits a speed bump en route to achieving public transportation synergy
Despite a road block in easing bus access across Shaw Ave, transportation officials are undeterred – investing in technicians to keep busses running.
September 17, 2019
Bakersfield priest files defamation suit against Monk over misconduct claims
Bakersfield Monsignor Craig Harrison filed a defamation lawsuit against a Catholic monk who went public with accusations of sexual misconduct.
September 17, 2019
Kaiser Permanente workers set for strike on Oct. 14
80,000 workers for Kaiser Permanente are expected to go on strike in the largest strike since 1997. The move affects more than 1,000 workers in Fresno.
September 16, 2019
Newsom “pushing the envelope” with executive order aimed at vaping
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order hitting vaping manufacturers with the state's taxing authority and a $20 million dollar anti-vaping ad campaign.
September 16, 2019
Amid Democratic debate, Elizabeth Heng airs ad torching socialism, AOC
Elizabeth Heng made a splash with a fiery national TV ad during the Houston Democratic Debate on Thursday aimed squarely at Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
September 12, 2019