Water & Environment
Fresno Expands Tree-Planting and Shade Programs
More canopy could cool neighborhoods and clean the air.
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Opinion
Opinion: Local Elections Deserve More Attention Than They Get
The races closest to home often shape daily life the most.
City Hall
City Hall Pushes New Online Permit System to Cut Wait Times
Officials say a modernized portal could speed approvals for homeowners and small builders.
County
County Road-Improvement List: Which Projects Come First
Officials rank repairs by safety data and traffic counts.
Elections
Local Campaign-Finance Rules: A Plain-Language Guide
Where the money comes from — and how the public can see it.
Education
Debate Over School Cellphone Policies Reaches Fresno Classrooms
Parents and teachers weigh focus against the need to stay reachable.
Public Safety
Fresno’s 911 Upgrade Aims to Speed Emergency Response
Modernized dispatch tools could shave time off critical calls.
Development
Fresno Updates Zoning to Encourage Small Businesses
Simpler rules aim to help neighborhood shops open and grow.
Water & Environment
Water Conservation Rules Ahead of Another Dry Stretch
Officials ask residents to prepare for tighter supplies.
Opinion
Editorial: Housing Solutions Must Include Fresno’s Neighborhoods
Adding homes need not come at the expense of community character.