A new California bill could pit farmers and food processors against state legislators as one lobbyist says it opens up a new field of class-action lawsuits similar to Proposition 65. Assembly Bill 1264 from Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino) would require the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment to define "particularly...
Marines Prepare to Deploy in LA as More Protests Planned Across US
The streets of Los Angeles were quiet Wednesday morning after an overnight curfew imposed by the mayor in the city’s downtown. Cities across the country prepared for more demonstrations later in the day. The curfew in Los Angeles, which lifted at 6 a.m. local time, brought calm to the area,...
An Unknowing Fresno County Gave Community Medical $2.7M While Hospital Engaged in Kickback Scheme
While Community Health System was involved in an alleged scheme rewarding doctors for their referrals with expensive liquor, cigars, and a state-of-the-art lounge, it accepted $2.7 million from Fresno County for new medical equipment. At the time, county officials had no idea of what was transpiring within Community as the...
‘They’re Not Protests, They’re Riots’: Fresno Leaders Talk About LA Immigration Unrest
As California National Guard troops engage protesters in Los Angeles, Fresno County Board Chairman Buddy Mendes says its time to stop calling violent actions protests and start calling them "riots." Speaking to GV Wire, Mendes called what was happening in Los Angeles following at least one immigration raid at a...
How Much Will Fresno Unified Trustee’s Steak Dinner Cost After FPPC Fine?
A former Fresno Unified trustee will have to pay $15,000 for not reporting a lavish steak dinner at an educators' retreat. The Fair Political Practices Commission levied the fine against Terry Slatic for receiving a gift beyond the financial limit and failing to timely report a gift. The gift that...
First the National Guard, Will the Marines Be Next at LA Riots?
Following the deployment of 2,000 California Army National Guard soldiers to protect federal personnel and property in Los Angeles, news reports say 700 Marines are being deployed to the area. However, Gov. Gavin Newsom's office says they're being moved from one base to another. "At this time, the information we...
Hundreds Peacefully Protest ICE Raids in Downtown Fresno
While Los Angeles rioted, hundreds of protesters gathered peacefully in downtown Fresno, protesting immigration raids in California. With chants of "La Migra has got to go," and "abolish ICE," speakers in Spanish and English advocated for immigrants. Protesters met shortly before noon in the plaza at the Robert E. Coyle...
What Do Valley Leaders Say About Trump’s Threat to Yank High-Speed Rail Funding?
A declaration from President Donald Trump's administration that the California High Speed Rail is not "viable" is receiving a split reaction from Fresno area elected leaders. Some say the estimated $133 billion project represents more than transportation, while others say money is better spent elsewhere. What is certain: The price...
It’s Expensive to Become a Teacher in California. This Bill Would Pay Those Who Try
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When Brigitta Hunter started her teaching career, she had $20,000 in student loans and zero income – even though she was working nearly full time in the classroom. “We lived on my husband’s pathetic little paycheck. I don’t...
Millions Invested in Land for Innovation Village. Will It Be a Fresno Game-Changer?
An empty lot in southeast Fresno could soon be home to "Innovation Village." A southern California developer is investing millions to turn the land into buildings that will serve as a hub to research and develop health care, construction, and cyber security technology. It will also include housing for the...
