Law enforcement and elected officials from Merced, Mariposa and Stanislaus counties speak against Prop 57, the governor’s public safety and rehabilitation act. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Smog repairs help to clean the air, Valley Clean Air Now officials say
When Deja Hassen was on her way back from Colorado to her home in Merced, she noticed the atmosphere changing as she approached the San Joaquin Valley. “I could see … Click to Continue »
Read More »State wildfires make local fire officials nervous
As wildfires burn across the state, Sierra fire officials are praying the millions of dead trees in Merced’s backyard don’t catch on fire. “Frightened is a kind word for the … Click to Continue »
Read More »California lags on projects to protect wildlife at Salton Sea, officials say
The Salton Sea is in big trouble and plodding California officials are to blame, local authorities and environmentalists say. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Los Banos officials cut ribbon on Creekside Junior High
Creekside Junior High School opens Wednesday for more than 700 students. The new school has been heralded by community leaders as one that will help the Los Banos Unified School … Click to Continue »
Read More »Valley air officials seeking federal support for cleaner air
Valley Air District petitions EPA for stricter vehicle standards Air quality plaguing Valley residents’ health, officials say Much of Valley’s pollution coming from vehicles … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced city manager issues challenge to county officials, who accept
Steve Carrigan writes letter in Sun-Star on revenue sharing Carrigan criticizes county CEO for not responding to proposals CEO Jim Brown, supervisors agree to meeting … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County officials offer warning, preventive measures for Zika virus
Zika carrying mosquitoes found in Madera, Fresno counties No traces of Zika in Merced, yet Officials urge residents to clean up standing water, wear mosquito repellent … Click to Continue »
Read More »State officials make Merced high-speed rail stop official
State planners approved the new plan that includes Merced The vote was expected, but is now official … Click to Continue »
Read More »Hydroelectric power officials bemoan federal regulations
At House hearing, officials say permitting process dampens clean generation of electricity PG&E official claims years of delays, millions of expenses before licenses are granted A caution: a dam in the wrong place can hurt wildlife, recreation and traditions … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced officials worry wage hike will cause unemployment
Nearly 60 percent of Merced County workers will be impacted, according to study Uneducated, those who lack skills will be impacted the most, UC Merced economist says Minimum wage increase may cause some Valley residents to leave, small businesses to close … Click to Continue »
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