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Modesto mulling sales tax hike to provide budget boost
A sales tax increase could soon be headed to the ballot in Modesto.
Faced with teachable moment at Bullard High, Fresno Unified leaders blew it.
A single photo from Bullard High School kicked off a firestorm over alleged racism. Fresno Unified and its leaders owed it to everyone to take a step back and investigate before adding fuel to the fire. Instead, they inflamed the situation.
Kings Co. firefighter tax measure attracts opposition ahead of primary election
A sales tax measure in Kings County that would benefit the fire department is facing newfound opposition.
Fresno Co. Sheriff hopeful Zanoni leans Mims backing, internal knowledge to mold department
John Zanoni, Fresno County Assistant Sheriff and candidate for Fresno County Sheriff, sits down with The Sun to talk about his take on policing the Valley's largest county.
Mailer claims Fresno City Council candidates hold opposing rent control views. New audio tells a different story.
A mailer assailed Fresno City Council candidate Annalisa Perea for opposing rent control. The problem? Her top opponent held the same view, according to audio from Fresno's top business group.
Fresno Co. Sheriff hopeful Salazar’s priorities: prevention, intervention, enforcement.
Mark Salazar, Fresno Deputy Police Chief and candidate for Fresno County Sheriff, sits down with The Sun to talk about his take on policing the Valley's largest county.
Sun Sound-Off: Kings Co. District Attorney’s Race
The highly-contentious race to be Kings County's top cop has attracted strong opinions. Here are some takes on the race, submitted to The Sun.
Housing, crime, Tower Theatre sale reign in Fresno City Council debate
Four candidates vying for Fresno's lone open seat on on the City Council talked the issues during a forum this week.
Fagundes, Hacker trade jabs in Kings Co. DA debate
With election season heating up, Kings County residents had an opportunity this week to hear directly from the candidates vying for District Attorney in a surprising and hotly-contested race.
As Fresno Zoo seeks more taxpayer cash, will elephant treatment issues wreak havoc?
Is the highly-popular zoo find in convincing taxpayers to stay the course due to a recent string of bad headlines regarding its elephants?
