By Jim Renson The Chronicle of Philanthropy EDITOR'S NOTE: This article is the result of a partnership between The Associated Press and The Chronicle of Philanthropy examining the billions of dollars committed to philanthropic racial justice initiatives after George Floyd’s murder by police a year ago. Roger Brown, 33, a...
Fresno Taking Next Steps to Aid Wrongfully Evicted
The Fresno City Council will take another try at helping residents facing eviction. Under the "Eviction Protection Program" to be offered Thursday, the council would direct the City Attorney to hire a contractor to provide legal help for renters facing "unlawful eviction." The plan is being introduced by councilmen Nelson...
Advance Peace Fresno Receives Hefty State Grant
Advance Peace, the anti-gun violence program coming to Fresno, has received $900,000 in state funding. Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission, the nonprofit administering Advanced Peace, announced Thursday that it has been awarded a three-year California Violence Intervention and Prevention grant. "These funds will allow us to offer mentorship, resources, and training...
Time is Running Out for Slumlords. Rental Registry is Now Online
One day after GV Wire questioned when the city would launch its landlord registry website, Fresno Mayor Lee Brand announced that it is now online. The website allows Fresno landlords, whether they own an apartment complex or single family home, to register with the city. “This was a major undertaking...
Time is Running Out for Slumlords. Rental Registry is Now Online
One day after GV Wire questioned when the city would launch its landlord registry website, Fresno Mayor Lee Brand announced that it is now online. The website allows Fresno landlords, whether they own an apartment complex or single family home, to register with the city. “This was a major undertaking...