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Two more California chains file for bankruptcy, citing $20 per hour minimum wage
(The Center Square) - The owner of fast-casual food chains Tender Greens and Tocaya filed for bankruptcy, citing California’s $20 per hour fast food minimum wage, inflation, and the state’s empty office districts as contributing factors. The bankruptcy effort is aimed at restructuring and keeping stores open and employees at work.
Little Free Library in Wasco: made by the community, for the community
Devin Lowe, a recent Wasco High School grad, is chasing his Eagle Scout honors. As part of the process, he opted to do his service project by constructing a Little Free Library for the public to use.
Newsom's admin says "action will be taken" to schools that resist new LGBTQ+ policy
NORTHSTATE, Calif. — Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law the first-in-the-nation law Monday called the "SAFETY" Act, which bans districts from requiring school staff to disclose a student’s gender identity or sexual orientation to any other person without the child’s permission, with some exceptions. Anderson Union High...
Schiff unveils bill extending FOIA transparency to judiciary
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) unveiled legislation Tuesday that would extend the powers of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to the judicial branch. The legislation from Schiff, who is running for the Senate in California, comes amid deepening scrutiny of Supreme Court justices. Conservative Justice Clarence Thomas in particular has come under criticism from Democrats…
"This is so sad": Elon Musk called out for "awful" anti-trans rant about his own child
Tech magnate Elon Musk, the Tesla and X CEO who frequently aligns himself with prominent conservative figures and ideals, claimed in a recent interview that his transgender daughter is "dead" after being "killed by the woke mind virus." Sitting down with far-right psychologist and media commentator Jordan Peterson, Musk spoke...
Taft Police activity for July 23-24
Occurred on Ninth St. Disposition: Report Taken. Officer initiated activity at Tenth St/San Emidio St. Disposition: Completed. Occurred at Dr. Walker on Center St. Disposition: Completed. 8:47 Follow Up Investigation. Officer initiated activity at United Security Bank, Cascade Pl. Disposition: Completed. 9:38 Disturbing the Peace. Occurred at Artz Liquor &...
Kamala Harris is accused by the citizens of radioactive Treasure Island of concealing corruption
Former Treasure Island homeowners said Kamala Harris was complicit in the cover-up of fraud by lawmakers and businessmen who urged for the construction of million-dollar residences on the site of a former nuclear army training facility. The radioactive waste on the island and its concealment by politicians and government entities in charge of Californians’ well-being and security sickened and poisoned many inhabitants, kids, and soldiers.
Popular Hello Kitty Cafe Truck returning to Fresno
If you love all things Hello Kitty a one-stop Sanrio shop on wheels is rolling into town this weekend.The popular Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be returning to Fresno, bringing exclusive merchandise and treats with it.It'll be set up on Saturday at the Fashion Fair Mall's Outdoor Village by Michael Kors between 10 am and 7 pm, or while supplies last.If you want to score Hello Kitty bottles, mugs and cookies, you may have to line up for hours.
Crawdaddy's for sale, but only to the right buyer
Crawdaddy’s is for sale, but only if a new owner intends to keep things the way they are. Owner Keith Korsgaden said he guarantees that Crawdaddy’s is not going anywhere. His offer to sell is to ensure that the popular downtown Visalia restaurant and entertainment venue will continue as it is for years to come. ...
Fresno family accuses landlord of destroying crops over broken verbal lease agreement
FRESNO, Calif. — A small Fresno farming family is now accusing a landlord of damaging all of their crops after they say, he breached a verbal agreement and wrongfully kicked them out. Video posted by the Moua family has been gaining a lot of traction on social media in...
Judge denies bail for operator of illegal Reedley biolab
REEDLEY – The man behind the illegal lab in Reedley will remain in custody after his bail request was denied in federal court. On July 17, 2024, U.S. District Judge Dale A. Drozd of the Eastern District Court denied without prejudice Jia Bei Zhu’s request. Federal prosecutors argued that Zhu, also known as David He, is considered a flight risk with close ties to China. He is represented by Fresno attorney Anthony Capozzi.
Stockton Tequila Festival returns to downtown Stockton Saturday
The Stockton Tequila Festival returns to downtown Stockton on Saturday, July 27. The festival will have a variety of Tequilas to taste, shake'n margaritas, cold beer, food, old-school lowriders, and arts and crafts, according to the Downtown Stockton Alliance website. El Chicano Band, Delfonics, Rappin 4Tay, Dezzy Hollow, and the Latin Magic Band...
Optum Tells State It Plans Departmental Closure at Pasadena Facility, Plans to Lay Off 55
Major healthcare services provider Optum informed California officials of its plans to make departmental closures and lay off employees across the state, including 55 workers at one of its Pasadena locations. The company submitted a notice to the Employment Development Department on July 18, detailing its intention to implement departmental...
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