California could soon legalize sports betting following a decision Monday by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn federal law that outlawed the practice. The high court’s decision allows states to … Click to Continue »
Read More »California moves ahead with one delta tunnel, scaling back ambitious water delivery project
California officials Wednesday said they will press ahead with a smaller version of a long-planned water delivery project, initially building one, instead of two, massive tunnels in the heart of … Click to Continue »
Read More »Trump administration moves to expand oil and gas drilling off US coasts
The Trump administration, inviting a political backlash from coastal state leaders, on Thursday proposed to open for exploration the largest expanse of the nation’s offshore oil and natural gas reserves … Click to Continue »
Read More »US Senate committee moves Arctic drilling legislation one step closer
The U.S. Senate energy committee voted Wednesday to advance legislation to open part of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil drilling. The 13-10 vote, which would lift an existing … Click to Continue »
Read More »EPA’s moves to repeal climate rule likely to trigger lawsuits
The EPA’s move on Tuesday to undo the Obama administration’s signature climate change rule will almost certainly trigger an onslaught of lawsuits from environmental groups and many blue states that … Click to Continue »
Read More »More tri-tip coming your way soon. Popular rural dining spot plans city moves
When it rains tri-tip, it pours tri-tip. First there’s news Vintage Faire Mall is getting a Buckhorn Grill California BBQ, known for its tri-tip. Now locally owned The Tri-Tipery, which … Click to Continue »
Read More »‘No plans’ to evacuate Mariposa jail as Detwiler Fire moves away from facility
There was “no need” to evacuate the Mariposa County Detention Facility on Thursday, officials said, as the Detwiler Fire swelled to one of the largest wildfires burning in California, despite … Click to Continue »
Read More »Trump order that could shrink marine sanctuaries moves forward
Eleven national marine sanctuaries and monuments – from Monterey Bay to New England to the South Pacific – could lose protections under new details of a Trump administration plan released … Click to Continue »
Read More »Sierra Academy of Aeronautics moves forward focusing on quality of education
Sierra Academy of Aeronautics Chief Flight Instructor, Sanjay Akella, speaks about changes being made to the academy that will improve the quality of eduction students will receive during their time at the academy. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Large apartment complex aimed at Merced students moves forward
A proposed apartment complex at the northeastern edge of the city aimed at college students cleared the Merced Planning Commission this week. A project of University Village LLC, the 225-unit … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced eyes quiet zones on its railroads; moves to sell police HQ
The Merced City Council will discuss the possibility of quiet zones on railroads, and the city is moving on the purchase of its next police station during the Monday meeting. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Fresno Moves To End Slum Housing Conditions
The Fresno City Council has voted to enact a rental housing inspection program aimed at cracking down on slum housing in the city. The 4-3 vote came after more than two hours of public comment. Most people spoke in favor of the program, including the influential Apartment Association of Greater …
Read More »Merced students showcase dance moves
Students at Alicia Reyes Elementary and Ada Givens Elementary danced for for their family and friends during recent dance festivals at their campuses. The music started Friday at Alicia Reyes … Click to Continue »
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