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The only Fresno shelter for people escaping domestic violence has to turn some away – now they’re on the streets
DACA renewal delays are disrupting lives in Stanislaus County, Dreamers and immigration advocates say
Trump administration sued over delays with DACA renewals
UC Merced shares data with federal agencies, including Border Patrol
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.
From Bakersfield to the Sea, Palestine Will be Free
A visual story about the Justice for Palestine march and rally organized by the ULFP that took place on April 15, 2025 in Bakersfield, CA across from the Dignity Health Arena where Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders were visiting for their "Fighting Oligarchy" tour.