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Travis Paden wins reelection to the Hanford City Council District A seat

Current Hanford City Council member Travis Paden won the Hanford City Council District A race, according to results posted by the Kings County Board of Elections on Thursday, Nov. 5. Challenger Sheldon Blackwell received 1,052 votes (24.79%), and Paden received 3,191 votes (75.21%). Vote totals will continue to be updated...

Hanford, CA · 1d

The Fresno Bee

Candidate for Fresno County Superior judge seat 7 closing gap, despite being outspent

With 102,500 votes left to count from Tuesday’s election, the race for Fresno County Superior Court Judge seat 7 continues to tighten with about 2,800 votes separating the two candidates. Leading with 50.99 percent of the expected vote is Jeffrey Hammerschmidt, a prominent attorney known for taking on high-profile cases. On election night, Hammerschmidt jumped out to an early lead snaring 53% of the vote, but his challenger, senior public defender Jose Salazar, continued to close the gap with every updated vote count. Salazar’s share of the vote rose from 47% on election night to 49.01% as of Thursday. Another vote update is expected on Tuesday. Salazar admits he’s been woefully outspent by his opponent. Campaign finance reports show Hammerschmidt raised $88,201 for his campaign, that includes $40,000 he loaned to himself. Salazar, a Sanger native, raised $17,576 to fund his grassroots campaign. “I’m encouraged by the results. We worked hard to connect with voters,” he said. “I am from Fresno County and this community means a lot to me. It’s also meaningful to see how far we’ve come in a race where minority representation and diversity on the bench matters. I hope it encourages others, and I’m looking forward

Fresno County, CA · 1d

YourCentralValley.com

Fresno tables SEDA indefinitely, citing election results: ‘Just about every single candidate said no’

The City of Fresno announced on Thursday that it is tabling the South East Development Area (SEDA) plan following election results that indicated strong voter opposition to the project.

Fresno, CA · 2d

The Fresno Bee

Did Fresno join the ‘blue wave?' How the county voted for Congress, Senate, Governor

Fresno County voters followed the nationwide “blue wave” trend, heavily favoring Democratic candidates for Congress, Senate, Governor and other statewide races. Vote totals so far show a shift from 2022, when 50.89% of Fresno County voters voted for President Donald Trump, making him the first Republican president to win a majority from the county since 2004. There are still 102,500 ballots left to be counted, and Fresno County Clerk/Registrar of Voters James Kus aims to certify the election around Thanksgiving, he said. Here’s how Fresno County voted on big, statewide races so far. Totals are as of 2:50 p.m. Thursday. Governor The Associated Press called the race for California governor on election night, as an overwhelming majority favored Democrat Xavier Becerra. The margins are not so wide in Fresno County, but voters still favored Becerra, who has secured 53.91% of the expected vote. Republican candidate Steve Hilton has gained 46.09% of the expected vote. Lieutenant Governor Fresno County voters have also favored Democratic candidate Fiona Ma for Lieutenant Governor so far with 53.70% of the expected vote. Republican candidate Gloria Romero has 46.30% of the expected vote. Secretary of State Democrat Shirley Weber has gained the support of Fresno County

Fresno County, CA · 1d

The Fresno Bee

Celebrating Diwali in Fresno County? Find events, fireworks and shopping deals

From temples and gurdwaras to local grocery stores, the Fresno area is gearing up for Diwali, the South Asian festival of lights . Worldwide, nearly 1 billion people across Hindu, Sikh, Jain and Buddhist communities celebrate Diwali , which falls on Sunday, Nov. 8. For the nearly 24,000 Indian residents living In the Fresno metropolitan area , the holiday holds deep religious and cultural significance. Celebrations across California and the county will feature traditional prayers, festive shopping deals and public firework displays. How is Hindu temple observing Diwali in Fresno? During Diwali, worshipers gather at local temples and gurdwaras to offer prayers and share meals, many of them dressed in traditional attire. A representative for BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Fresno, said the Hindu temple will remain open all day Sunday for devotees and visitors. For Hindus, Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. “The holiday commemorates the return of Lord Rama and his wife Sita to their kingdom of Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana, leading townspeople to light clay lamps (known as diyas) to guide their path home,” The Washington Post reported. How does Sikh community celebrate holiday? In the Sikh community,

Fresno, CA · 1d

YourCentralValley.com

Neighbors applaud new vending regulations set for Clovis’s Candy Cane Lane

The City of Clovis has announced upcoming changes for the Candy Cane Lane holiday season, including increased law enforcement, new signage, and the removal of all vendors.

Clovis, CA · 1d

KMPH.com

City attorney requests formal investigation of Fresno councilman for alleged misconduct

FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Fresno City Attorney Andrew Janz submitted an open letter on Friday to Fresno City Council President Nelson Esparza requesting the council authorize an investigation into Councilman Miguel Arias and the District 3 Office. It comes after Councilman Arias called for an independent investigation into Janz...

Fresno, CA · 9d

YourCentralValley.com

Final cleanup of Reedley illegal biolab set for Monday

The City of Reedley and the Fresno County Department of Public Health announced that the final remaining materials from the illegal bio lab operated by Jia Bei Zhu are scheduled for removal on Monday.

Reedley, CA · 1d

Hanford Sentinel

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Kings River may have more than 1 million acre feet up for grabs

The state’s water rights office says there is excess water – up to 1.13 million acre feet – going unused on the Kings River, which could open the system to a flood of water seekers. The Administrative Hearing Office (AHO) will hold a hearing Jan. 19, 2027...

Kern County, CA · 1d

Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register

2 Tulare County restaurants ace September inspections, 5 fall short

Each month, the Visalia Times-Delta lets you know which Tulare County restaurants aced their inspections, as well as which ones need to make improvements. Only restaurants that offer meals and provide tables to their customers are included. Restaurants with inspection scores between 90-99, which are the majority of scores, are not included in this report. This report is based on the Tulare County Environmental Health Division report that was released on Nov. 2, 2026. Tulare County's best restaurant inspections The following restaurants met all standards during their September inspections and no violations were found. Their scores are considered perfect. Burgerz N Wingz , 250 E. Antelope Ave., Unit K, Woodlake (follows Sept. 15 inspection) Foster’s Freeze , 192 S. Main St., Porterville Restaurants that did not pass inspection The following five restaurants were found to have major or critical risk violations: Granny’s Country Cafe , 1718 E. Mineral King Ave., Visalia – Routine inspection on Sept. 10. Inspection score: 84. Violations: Observed lack of food handler cards for at least two of three applicable employees. (Repeat violation) Observed lack of paper towels in approved dispenser. Observed boiled eggs in two-door refrigerator. Observed damaged interior panel of ice machine with dust

Tulare County, CA · 2d

YourCentralValley.com

‘Declining enrollment’: What Happens to Fresno Unified if SEDA Passes?

Opponents of the SEDA project argued that the planned annexation and development of 9,000 acres in southeast Fresno could lead to school closures and funding losses due to declining enrollment in local school districts.

Fresno, CA · 2d

hoodline.com

Delano Condemns Palm Motel, Giving Dozen-Plus Seniors Days to Find New Homes

More than a dozen senior citizens living at the Palm Motel in Delano were told they had to be out by Saturday, November 7, after the city red-tagged and condemned the High Street property over black mold, a pest infestation, and a lack of working electricity. The shutdown has left residents on fixed incomes scrambling to figure out where they will sleep next, even as the city scrambles to help.

Delano, CA · 1d

The Fresno Bee

Election results 2026: How the Valley is voting for Congress and California leaders

Central Valley voters are helping decide who represents them in Congress and the California Legislature, who will lead the state and which statewide ballot propositions will become law. These are the latest election results for races affecting Fresno, Kings, Tulare, Madera and Merced counties, including congressional and legislative contests, statewide offices and California’s 14 ballot propositions. Results will be updated as ballots are counted following Tuesday’s election. Unofficial results in the Nov. 3, 2026, California general election from the California Secretary of State’s Office and county election offices. These preliminary results, known as a semifinal official canvass, are updated as counties count ballots. Vote-by-mail ballots postmarked by Election Day may be counted if received by Nov. 10. Counties must certify election results by Dec. 3. The secretary of state must certify the final statement of vote by Dec. 11.

Merced County, CA · 4d

sjvsun.com

Calif. Assembly GOP leader Macedo maintains close lead over Dem challenger

Assembly Republican Leader Alexandra Macedo (R–Tulare) is hanging on to her lead in the 33rd district. Fresno, Kings and Tulare counties – the three counties in the 33rd district – updated their vote counts on Thursday, showing that Macedo is still up by a few points. State...

Fresno County, CA · 2d

sierranewsonline.com

Highway 41 Expressway Work Brings Overnight Lane Closures

Mountain residents heading to or from Fresno late at night will want to leave a little extra time for their drive next week. Three nights of lane closures are scheduled along Highway 41 as crews continue work on the Madera County 41 Expressway Project. The closures will affect Highway 41...

Madera County, CA · 3d

YourCentralValley.com

Fresno to end agreement with Flock, seeks another company

The City of Fresno announced on Friday that it will not renew its contract with license plate reader vendor Flock Safety when the agreement expires in February 2027.

Fresno, CA · 2d

The Fresno Bee

Tulare County election results 2026: Live supervisor, city council and ballot races

Tulare County voters are deciding races for county supervisor, city council, school boards and other local offices in California’s Nov. 3, 2026, general election. Among the contests is the 4th District Board of Supervisors race between Eddie Valero and Ian Bakke. Voters are also choosing city council members in Visalia, Porterville, Tulare, Dinuba and several other communities. Tulare County ballot measures Nine local measures are on the ballot, including Measure A, a proposed sales tax increase in Tulare, and Measure Z, a proposed Visalia Unified School District bond measure. Other measures address sales taxes, school funding and local government operations in communities throughout the county. Follow the latest unofficial election results below as ballots are counted. Unofficial results in the Nov. 3, 2026, California general election from the California Secretary of State’s Office and county election offices. These preliminary results, known as a semifinal official canvass, are updated as counties count ballots. Vote-by-mail ballots postmarked by Election Day may be counted if received by Nov. 10. Counties must certify election results by Dec. 3. The secretary of state must certify the final statement of vote by Dec. 11.

Tulare County, CA · 4d

KMPH.com

Porch pirate season in full swing as holidays approach, Clovis PD says

CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — As folks begin to shop for the holidays, the time of year that more packages arrive at the doorsteps of Fresno County residents rolls around --- and thieves are on the prowl. For Fresno local Joanna Arzate, porch pirate season came early. On Sept. 17,...

Clovis, CA · 3d

KMPH.com