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In Fresno stop, Faulconer rails against still-unfinished Calif.’s bullet train
Standing yards from an incomplete viaduct for California's oft-delayed, pared back, multibillion dollar high-speed rail project, Faulconer decried the region being left behind by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Sources: Rudy Salas set to join field against Valadao in 2022
The Bakersfield lawmaker spent much of 2021 mulling a challenge to Rep. David Valadao. Democratic sources say he's finally set to take the plunge.
Larry Elder, LaMalfa push back on Faulconer attack
Larry Elder and his latest endorser, Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R–Richvale) strenuously pushed back on an attack levied by former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer.
Faulconer assails Larry Elder on women comments: “It’s bullshit.”
After back-to-back debate no-shows, former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer is taking the gloves off against talk radio host Larry Elder.
In middle of debate, Cox served with subpoena over unpaid bills from 2018 campaign
John Cox, the San Diego businessman and gubernatorial contender, faced an unexpected heckler of sorts on Tuesday night.
Larry Elder set to rally supporters in Clovis on Sunday
Larry Elder, the national talk radio host and GOP contender to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom, is finally set to make his campaign debut in Fresno County.
Doug Ose suffers heart attack, ends bid to oust Newsom
Doug Ose, the former GOP congressman from Sacramento, struggled to catch fire amid a crowded field to oust Newsom.
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.
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.
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.
