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Paul Dictos eyes run for northern Fresno Co. Supervisor seat
Fresno County’s Assessor could throw a wrench into an already heated battle for a northern Fresno County board seat.
April 26, 2023
Arambula’s overhaul of Fresno Co. transportation agency halted
As local leaders and advocates tussle over how to advance Fresno’s massive transportation tax, a measure shaking up the agency tasked with managing funds is on hold.
April 26, 2023
Newsom pleads for patience as lawmakers press for Valley flood relief
As Gov. Newsom surveyed flood damage, lawmakers are already calling for sweeping financial aid to improve flood protection in the south Valley.
April 25, 2023
NPS: Yosemite Valley to close effective Friday
National Park Service officials are preparing for increased floods within Yosemite National Park.
April 25, 2023
Arias launches bid for Fresno Co. Supervisor, will square off with Quintero, Chavez
Arias will take on two other Democrats, including a colleague on the Fresno City Council, for the position.
April 25, 2023
Julie Chavez Rodriguez selected to run Biden’s reelection campaign
The granddaughter of UFW founder Cesar Chavez becomes the second-ever Valley native to helm a major Presidential campaign.
April 24, 2023
Kounalakis announces 2026 bid for Calif. Governor
The Golden State's lieutenant governor would be California's first woman governor if elected.
April 24, 2023
Merced City School District fires superintendent
The district will search for its fourth superintendent in the last few years.
April 24, 2023
Fresno tightens grip on taxes from AirBnBs
Short-term rental operators have typically paid their own hotel taxes. Many Fresno properties have managed to skirt paying their share.
April 23, 2023
Fresno breaks housing stalemate for one new development
A three-year fight over share of property taxes has halted new housing development at Fresno's edges.
April 23, 2023