If the Blue Wave washes over Republicans in November, will Nancy Pelosi return as Speaker of the House? First, Democrats have to take control of the House of Representatives. Second, those Democrats would have to stick with the San Francisco liberal stalwart as their leader. Vox reports that Pelosi’s party...
Run-offs Likely in Fresno Council Races. Madera DA Ousted.
UPDATED AT 12:18 A.M. The three Fresno City Council seats up for grabs in Tuesday's primary appear headed to November run-offs. With 91% of precincts reporting in District 7, Brian Whelan was capturing 39% of the vote — well below the 50% plus one vote needed to avoid a run-off....
National Dems Vow to 'Retire' Congressmen Valadao and Nunes
In the wake of a tight special election for an open congressional seat in Pennsylvania, the Democrats are targeting David Valadao (R-Hanford) and Devin Nunes (R-Tulare). The Pennsylvania race between Democrat Conor Lamb, a former Marine, and Republican candidate Rick Saccone showed Lamb leading by 641 votes, with some absentee ballots...
Politics 101: Five Fresno Area Races to Watch
It’s a new year and the primary election is five months away: June 5. Here are five local races to keep a close eye on. School districts are not included, as voters do not choose candidates during the primary (that is saved for the November general election.) Fresno City Council,...
Politics 101: Five Fresno Area Races to Watch
It’s a new year and the primary election is five months away: June 5. Here are five local races to keep a close eye on. School districts are not included, as voters do not choose candidates during the primary (that is saved for the November general election.) Fresno City Council,...