Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced he is resigning from Congress at the end of this year, vacating his seat that represents parts of Fresno and Clovis with a year remaining in his term. A special election is likely. McCarthy, R-Bakersfield, will leave by the end of the year, he wrote...
One Year In: What Has $65 Million Federal Grant Done for Valley Economy?
Just over a year ago, the Central Valley Community Foundation, along with UC Merced, Fresno State, and eight community colleges, announced they were recipients of a $65 million grant from the federal Build Back Better Regional Challenge. Pitched as a way to unite agriculture and technology, the F3 Program (standing...
One Year In: What Has $65 Million Federal Grant Done for Valley Economy?
Just over a year ago, the Central Valley Community Foundation, along with UC Merced, Fresno State, and eight community colleges, announced they were recipients of a $65 million grant from the federal Build Back Better Regional Challenge. Pitched as a way to unite agriculture and technology, the F3 Program (standing...
Costa Secures $3.1 Billion for High-Speed Rail, Including Fresno Station
Despite mounting criticism of California's high-speed rail project, Rep. Jim Costa of Fresno remains one of its biggest supporters. On Tuesday afternoon, Costa announced that he had secured $3.1 billion from the Biden administration for bullet-train projects in Fresno, Bakersfield, and other Valley cities. Funding comes from a grant program...
Costa Secures $3.1 Billion for High-Speed Rail, Including Fresno Station
Despite mounting criticism of California's high-speed rail project, Rep. Jim Costa of Fresno remains one of its biggest supporters. On Tuesday afternoon, Costa announced that he had secured $3.1 billion from the Biden administration for bullet-train projects in Fresno, Bakersfield, and other Valley cities. Funding comes from a grant program...
Why Newsom Is the Brightest New Star for Democrats
Gov. Gavin Newsom is making waves within the Democratic Party, positioning himself as a key advocate for President Biden and raising his national profile amidst rumors of potential White House aspirations. Newsom has been a prominent supporter of Biden, addressing concerns about the president's age and promoting the administration's achievements....
Why Newsom Is the Brightest New Star for Democrats
Gov. Gavin Newsom is making waves within the Democratic Party, positioning himself as a key advocate for President Biden and raising his national profile amidst rumors of potential White House aspirations. Newsom has been a prominent supporter of Biden, addressing concerns about the president's age and promoting the administration's achievements....
Merced’s New City Manager Talks Policing, Affordable Housing, High-Speed Rail
MERCED — Scott McBride was recently sworn in as Merced’s new city manager, taking the helm as top administrator during a crucial time of growth. For example, work is underway to annex UC Merced into the city limits, along with a new community that would connect the city to the...
Merced’s New City Manager Talks Policing, Affordable Housing, High-Speed Rail
MERCED — Scott McBride was recently sworn in as Merced’s new city manager, taking the helm as top administrator during a crucial time of growth. For example, work is underway to annex UC Merced into the city limits, along with a new community that would connect the city to the...
Could Alaska Air’s Hawaiian Purchase Bring Back Fresno Flights to the Island Paradise?
Alaska Air announced Sunday a $1.9 billion deal to purchase Hawaiian Airlines. And as one of the eight carriers flying out of Fresno Air Terminal, the move begs the question — could direct flights to Hawaii from Fresno be on the itinerary? The short answer is — it's too early...