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Valley Solidarity Over Supremacy
Activists from across the Central Valley gather in Visalia to protest far-right christian nationalist Charlie Kirk days before he is shot and killed in Utah.
Fresno’s Noncommittal, Uneasy Relationship with “Sanctuary City" Status
We dive into the history of sanctuary cities and Fresno’s stance on the issue. From city leaders distancing themselves from the label to Fresno County pushing back against California’s limits on cooperation with I.C.E., we trace the local tug-of-war over immigrant protections.
Home is Where the Radical Queer Joy Is
“It echoes the comfort of home, which is what we're trying to uplift. Having a home is not just about the tangible four walls to be, but it's about emotional safety,” said Jasmine. Read the full story.
“It’s a Space Built for Us”: Queer-Led Medical Clinic Opens in Fresno for LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
The Fresno Collective is a curated space, where healthcare intersects with community.
We Take Care of Us: Fresno Leaders Stand Up to ICE Raids, Call for Business Solidarity
Labor and immigrant rights advocates met outside Fresno City Hall for a press conference condemning the recent and ongoing wave of unconstitutional ICE and Border Patrol actions.