One hundred years ago this week the 19th Amendment was ratified, extending the right to vote to some, but not all, women in America. To discuss how women voters have shaped our democracy, Valley Edition Host Kathleen Schock spoke to Francine Farber, board member and past president of the League …
Read More »Reporter Alexandra Hall On Her Documentary About A Fresno Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse
KQED’s Central Valley reporter Alexandra Hall spent more than a year investigating an Anglican priest in Fresno who some say is a miracle worker and others say is a sexual predator. The audio documentary that came from her reporting was produced for The California Report Magazine . Valley Edition Host …
Read More »Making A Decision About College When You Can’t Even Visit The Campus
May 1 is College Signing Day for many students, although some universities have extended their deadlines. Valley Public Radio’s news director Alice Daniel spoke with three seniors from the farming town of Woodlake about what it’s like to make such an important decision during a pandemic. Selina Lopez-Curiel, Rogelio Chavez …
Read More »While Sheltering In Place, Sen. Anna Caballero Has This Reminder: Don’t Forget About The Census
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the census is still taking place. But so far only half of the families in the San Joaquin Valley have responded. In contrast, 58 percent of California residents have responded to the census as of Monday. So far, the U.S. Census Bureau has mailed notices asking …
Read More »Latino USA Host Maria Hinojosa Talks About Her Upcoming Memoir and Covering COVID-19
As the host of the popular NPR show Latino USA and founder of the non-profit Futuro Media Group, Maria Hinojosa shines a light on the experience of the Latinx community in America. And with the release of her memoir in September, Hinojosa will soon be sharing some more personal stories …
Read More »How To Talk To Your Kids About COVID-19
With children home from school and concern about COVID-19 on the rise, how do parents protect the mental health of their children? According to Valley Children’s Hospital Pediatric Psychologist Dr. Amanda Suplee, h onest communication, using age-appropriate language and building a strong routine in the home are some ways to …
Read More »In the Studio: Reporters Talk About The Challenges Of Covering Immigration In The Valley
Immigration is one of the most complex and entrenched issues facing the Valley. To find out more about what it takes to keep the public informed on the topic, FM89’s Kathleen Schock spoke with New York Times National Immigration Reporter Miriam Jordan and Fresno Bee Reporter Cresencio Rodriguez-Delgado. https://www.kvpr.org/sites/kvpr/files/styles/big_story/public/202003/immigration_reporters.jpg
Read More »These Middle Schoolers Have Something To Say About Hmong Culture And The New Year Celebration
Students at Terronez Middle School joined us for a conversation about the Hmong New Year celebration taking place at their school Friday, Dec. 6 from 5 – 7:30 p.m. The event includes dancing, singing, games and lots of food. Students told us the New Year reminds them about the importance …
Read More »This Renter Complained About A Gas Leak – Code Enforcement Gave Her 72 Hours To Leave
It’s state law that residences need heating and electricity, and the building has to be in good condition to be habitable . While this sounds straightforward, those who rent their homes sometimes struggle with landlords who are unresponsive and don’t make the proper repairs. That’s what happened to Candace Nilo, …
Read More »State Utilities Regulator Wants Customer Input About PG&E’s Proposed Rate Increase
The California Public Utilities Commission is holding forums around the state to get feedback from Pacific Gas & Electric customers about the company’s proposed rate hike. It’s a process most utilities undergo every three years. PG&E is asking its regulator, the CPUC, to approve a rate increase that would add …
Read More »Survivor Speaks Out About Alleged Sexual Abuse By Priest Who Still Works In The Valley
Another priest in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fresno has been accused of sexual abuse and currently works at a church in Reedley. At a press conference Monday, 52-year-old Sylvia Gomez Ray spoke about the alleged abuse she experienced as a teenager while working at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in …
Read More »For Earth Day, Local Talk Addresses Wildfire Risk, And What The Public Can Do About Climate Change
Monday was Earth Day, and to commemorate, Fresno City College hosted a talk about how climate change is increasing our risk of wildfire—as well as some new climate change-related legislation making its way through the U.S. Congress. Listen to the audio for an interview with one of the speakers, Jerry …
Read More »In Fresno’s Chinatown, Business Owners Conflicted About Promise Of High Speed Rail
Ofelia Hemme used to run Ofelia’s Cocina, a Mexican restaurant on Kern Street with red and yellow tablecloths and sunny wall murals of beaches and palm trees. Her specialty was chiles rellenos: Stuffed peppers. “Every other place, they have chiles rellenos in Mexican restaurants, but ours were different,” says Hemme, …
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