■Population forecasts for California and Fresno County predict slowed growth in coming decades. ■Local environmental and social advocates say the population trend doesn't warrant a major investment in SE Fresno. ■Multiple studies show Fresno's wealth is increasing. This will intensify demand for single-family homes. Keith Bergthold two decades ago helped...
Clovis Faces Financial Challenges, City Manager Reveals
■Clovis budget experts say expenses are outpacing revenues. ■It could lead to a general fund shortfall of $14 million in five years. ■Councilmembers want to protect public safety. Expenses are outpacing revenues, which could put the city's general fund $14 million in the hole by 2029, city of Clovis budget...
Election Update: Tangipa Gets Lift, Valadao-Salas Rematch, Boudreaux Will Face Fong
■David Tangipa solidifies second-place margin for Assembly District 8. ■Valadao and Salas head to November 2024 rematch. ■Boudreaux holds on to second place and will face Fong in November. ■Why did Maxwell write-in votes disappear? A favorable voting update from Fresno County may boost David Tangipa into the general election....
Soria Turns to State Supreme Court After Setback in Karbassi’s Defamation Lawsuit
■Fresno Councilmember Mike Karbassi filed a defamation lawsuit against now-Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria. ■Fresno County court tossed the lawsuit, but a state appeal court reinstated it. ■Soria asks the state Supreme Court to review the appellate decision. ■Campaign financial documents show Soria paying $129,000 to attorneys and Karbassi paying $10,158. A...
Skyrocketing PG&E Rates Put the Squeeze on EV Owners
Electric vehicle enthusiasts are starting to notice how skyrocketing PG&E rates are dipping into their wallets. Long valued for their bargain-rate power, EVs are becoming more expensive to drive thanks to PG&E's recent 20% electricity rate hike. And, with more PG&E increases on the horizon, it's natural to ask just...
Kerman City Council Will Consider a Gaza Cease-Fire Proclamation
■Kerman City Council will consider issuing a Gaza cease-fire proclamation. ■The proclamation is similar to what the Madera City Council passed last month. ■The proclamation does not refer to the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks. The Kerman City Council will consider issuing a proclamation supporting a cease-fire in Gaza at its...
Sunshine Week: Blinds Remain Partially Drawn on Transparency at Fresno City Hall
■This is Sunshine Week, focusing on the openness and transparency of government. ■Main Fresno City Hall meetings are open and easily accessible. ■The Fresno City Council continues to make decisions in secret. When it comes to open meetings and public access, the city of Fresno is one of the better...
Surprise, Surprise! 2024 CA Primary Turnout Wasn’t a Record Low
■7.3 million ballots cast, a turnout of about 33%. ■Turnout won't be a record low but is dismal for a presidential primary. ■Newsom appoints a new leader for the state's political watchdog agency. The latest official tally from the Secretary of State’s office shows that 4.8 million ballots have been counted from...
Surprise, Surprise! 2024 CA Primary Turnout Wasn’t a Record Low
■7.3 million ballots cast, a turnout of about 33%. ■Turnout won't be a record low but is dismal for a presidential primary. ■Newsom appoints a new leader for the state's political watchdog agency. The latest official tally from the Secretary of State’s office shows that 4.8 million ballots have been counted from...
Oscar Moments: Talk of War & Peace, a Coronation for Nolan, and Ken-Demonium for Gosling
■Director Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" captures seven Oscars. ■Emma Stone wins her second Oscar for her performance in "Poor Things." ■Host Jimmy Kimmel answers a social media post from Donald Trump with “Isn’t it past your jail time?” There was talk of war — past conflicts, and current ones — and pleas for...