Over the past several years, the Fresno Madera Continuum of Care has counted homeless people in the two counties by driving street-by-street and noting the numbers in a single day. Those counts help agencies get funding and let officials know how effective policies are. That method, used for the last...
The Milkman
This story was originally published by ProPublica. A white Ford pickup truck broke through a thick curtain of fog one morning in February, winding its way down a muddy farm road in California’s Central Valley. From it emerged a 64-year-old dairyman, burly and tan, who left the engine running as...
Hanford Grower Aubrey Bettencourt Is Trump’s Pick as Reclamation Leader
Aubrey Bettencourt, a third-generation Hanford farmer who has climbed the nation's political ranks, is President Donald Trump's choice to lead the Bureau of Reclamation, according to published reports. After Bettencourt's selection is announced by the White House, she must be confirmed by Congress to officially assume the role of Reclamation...
The Crisis No One Is Talking About … Except Valley Nonprofits
There is a crisis quietly unfolding across the Central Valley. It is not making national headlines, but its impact will be felt by thousands of families, children, seniors, and individuals facing hardship. If shelters closed their doors, after-school programs disappeared, food assistance was reduced, and foster youth lost advocates, most...
A Job Market Leaving Young Graduates Behind Could Scar Them for Years
Young college graduates are facing a gloomy economic future. Confronting the toughest job market since the depths of the pandemic, they are likely to make less money in the long term and have more trouble advancing their careers, economists warn. The rise of artificial intelligence also poses a new threat...
After 150 Years, Fresno Ag Eyes New Spots. Looking at You, Madera Ranchos
With 150 years under its belt come July 4, iconic Fresno Ag Hardware has its sights set on more locations for the Central Valley, including smaller neighborhood concepts. The store's true birthdate is in dispute to this day, said Ian Williams, chief operating officer for Fresno Ag. Some historical records...
Cracks Exposed in Alvarado’s Resume in Fresno County Superintendent of Schools Race
The employment history of Dr. Johnny Alvarado, a candidate for Fresno County Superintendent of Schools, is being scrutinized in the final days before the election. Alvarado boasts over 30 years in education, spent with seven different school districts across Fresno County. That is an average of four years and three...
New Smittcamp Institute Brings Advanced Neuroscience Treatment and Research to Fresno
A new medical institute in Fresno is bringing advanced neuroscience treatment and research to the San Joaquin Valley, reducing the need for patients to travel to San Francisco or Los Angeles for care. The Bob Smittcamp Family Neurosciences Institute formally opened with a flourish at a public reception May 21...
Get Up to Speed on California’s Election With This Guide for the Undecided
We get it, life gets busy. You received your ballot weeks ago and it’s languishing on your pile of mail. But don’t be like the 92% of California voters who haven’t submitted their ballots yet — make plans to vote as soon as you can. With exactly one week until...
City of Fresno Has Thousands of Records Requests. Will Transparency Portal Help?
A new search function for the city of Fresno website may alleviate staff time dedicated to the thousands of public records demands submitted annually. On Thursday, interim city clerk Amy Aller presented to councilmembers the beta version of the new transparency portal. The new portal consolidates several different links on...