There's still time to register for Friday's 1 p.m. small business town hall hosted by Assemblyman Adam Gray of Merced and featuring state Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara. They and other participants will offer tips on how to survive the COVID-19 pandemic and point to the financial resources available. The virtual...
Legislature Should Support Climate-Change Goals, Not Gut a Tool Helping Ag & Our Planet
A change to a California law on food waste could have devastating impacts on the state’s climate goals. In our collaborative approach to tackling climate change and reducing global greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), we have discovered a secret weapon. The ability of our dairy and beef cattle to upcycle organic...
A Cooldown, a Warmup, and Then Nirvana for Fresno
Come Saturday, Fresno's temperature is expected to hit 100 degrees for the 36th time this year. But until then, residents will enjoy a cooldown. According to The Weather Channel, today's high will be 92 degrees, followed by 90 on Thursday and 95 on Friday. Fresno Averages 36 100-Degree Days Annually...
Fresno Ranks Last in Pet Friendliness Among US Cities
Fresnans pet owners pretty much have to solve challenges on their own, according to WalletHub. Among the nation's biggest 100 cities, Fresno ranks last in "pet friendliness" the credit score website said Wednesday. WalletHub rated the cities for things like veterinary costs, dog-friendly shops and restaurants, dog parks, pet-friendly rental...
Target Joins Walmart in Closing Stores on Thanksgiving Day
On Monday, Target became the second major retailer to say it will close its stores on Thanksgiving Day amid the coronavirus pandemic. "Let’s face it: Historically, deal hunting and holiday shopping can mean crowded events, and this isn’t a year for crowds, "Target CEO Brian Cornell said in a statement....
72-Year-Old Visalia Man Who Dismembered Roommate Headed for Nursing Home
Over the objections of the Tulare County District Attorney's Office, convicted murderer Jerry McKiearnan, 72, will be placed in a skilled nursing home, most likely in Tulare County. The California Parole Board recommended McKiearnan's transfer on Wednesday. He is serving a life sentence at the California Health Care Facility in Stockton and...
Local Control Backed by State, Federal Support Will Beat COVID: Borgeas
As your state senator, I have listened to people in our community voice their experiences and concerns on California’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. In some instances, our community clearly agrees on an issue. In other cases, the community is split on how to tackle these challenging circumstances. Despite these...
Borgeas: What We’ve Learned About the Pandemic Response
As your state senator, I have listened to people in our community voice their experiences and concerns on California’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. In some instances, our community clearly agrees on an issue. In other cases, the community is split on how to tackle these challenging circumstances. Despite these...
Costa Remembers John Lewis: He Tried to Heal ‘Racial Divide’
The death of civil rights leader and congressman John Lewis late last week prompted poignant memories from Rep. Jim Costa (D - Fresno). "I served with John Lewis for 16 years in the United States House of Representatives," Costa said, "And I must say that, clearly, he was the conscience...
Mineral Fire Containment Grows to 68%
The week-old Mineral Fire is now 68% contained after scorching 44.5 square miles and destroying seven structures in the Diablo Range west of Coalinga, Cal Fire officials said Tuesday morning. In addition, all road closures in Fresno and Monterey counties stemming from the vegetation fire were lifted Monday afternoon. About 1,400...