David Taub

If voters approve Proposition 50, the Central Valley’s political map would change dramatically. Clovis would be divided into three congressional districts, Fresno would gain a fourth, and a San Jose–based district would extend into Coalinga. Here’s what it means for local representation.

Incumbents still dominate fundraising in Central Valley congressional races. In District 22, a moderate and a progressive Democrat are battling to take on Rep. David Valadao. #CApolitics #Election2025

Maria Villanueva Caballero went to her immigration appointment in Fresno — and never came home.The 49-year-old Firebaugh mother was detained by ICE and is now being held in California City.Lawmakers including Esmeralda Soria, Adam Gray and Anna Caballero are demanding her release, calling the arrest “deeply disturbing” and “a moral failure.”

A federal prosecutor is off a Fresno case after being accused of hitting on the defendant at a downtown bar.Judge Jennifer Thurston said the prosecutor’s conduct “strikes the very core of this court’s integrity” — but ruled it didn’t violate the defendant’s rights.The case has been moved to the San Francisco federal court district.

A key board overseeing Fresno County’s transportation tax delayed hiring legal help as a Measure C court battle brews. The decision comes amid allegations of secret meetings and with billions in funding on the line.

Fresno State men’s basketball is going global. Coach Vance Walberg brought in 11 new players — including six international recruits — as the Bulldogs try to turn the page after a brutal 6-26 season and off-court turmoil.

Public health expert Ashish Jha — who advised both the Trump and Biden administrations — says school closures during COVID-19 were a mistake and warns that state-by-state vaccine policies risk creating confusion. He also says health is “an incredible enabler of freedom.”

As Rosh Hashanah begins, a season of sweetness and forgiveness, David Taub reflects on the Jewish new year — from apples and honey to the pain of war, rising antisemitism, and the importance of saying: I’m sorry. Forgive me. #RoshHashanah #Opinion

The 1985 San Francisco Giants may not have been champions, but their roster was packed with legends, broadcasters and unforgettable personalities. From Vida Blue to Chili Davis to Duane Kuiper and Mike Krukow, here’s where those players went after their time at Candlestick. #SFGiants #MLB

Election news: Madera County Supervisor Leticia González is running for Assembly District 27. She’s backed by Speaker Robert Rivas, Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria, and Sen. Anna Caballero. Former Merced Mayor Mike Murphy is also in the race.