Six years after the Castle Fire burned at least 80 giant sequoia trees in the Sierra Nevada, a biologist is raising concerns over their removal. Biologist Maya Khosla says she’s worried about the dead trees being removed and about where they go next. Plus, the latest news headlines: Mayor of Kerman elected as a county supervisor; and a Republican Assembly leader faces a tough fight for reelection. Today’s episode is hosted by Soreath Hok and produced by Jonathan Linden.

Comedian Tig Notaro will make a stop in Fresno on Nov. 14. Notaro’s first visit to Fresno comes on her “Out of Nowhere” tour. Notaro is known for using her real life experiences, even the tragedies, as material for standup. We speak to her about how working things out on stage is a way to process the challenges that can come with real life. Plus, the latest news headlines: Tulare County sheriff denies sexual abuse allegations; and did Kern County swing for Democrats in the midterms? Today’s episode is hosted by Soreath Hok and produced by Jonathan Linden.

President Trump approved major changes to Medicaid last year, through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The changes could significantly affect how rural hospitals operate. Today we discuss the Rural Health Transformation Program with journalist Tim Sheehan from the Central Valley Journalism Collaborative, and whether funding from this program could make up for funding lost because of changes to Medicaid. Plus, the latest news headlines: Fresno city officials settle fight; and a Reedley biolab is finally destroyed. Today’s episode is hosted by Kerry Klein and produced by Jonathan Linden.

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has been dogged with a number of setbacks, including crippling project delays, ballooning costs and accusations of misuse of taxpayer funds. And last month, the agency’s CEO abruptly resigned. So what’s next for the mult-billion dollar project? We speak to CalMatters politics reporter Yue Stella Yu about where the project stands.

Democrats were dominant in the midterm elections, including some blue wins in the Central Valley. But what do victories in House Districts 13 and 22 say more broadly about the Democratic swings? We speak to Fresno State Political Science Professor Lisa Bryant about the factors behind this decisive election. Plus, the latest news headlines: Dolores Huerta will lie in honor in the state capitol; and a judge invalidates a Kern County carbon capture project. Today’s episode is hosted by Soreath Hok and produced by Jonathan Linden.

A new paramedic program at Merced College is attracting more than just students. First responders who are already working in the city are taking courses to level up their skills. And that’s improving emergency capabilities in the city. Rachel Livinal from the Merced Focus attends a mock training to find out what people are learning in the field. Plus, the latest news headlines: Democrats flip House District 22; and Measure S continues to struggle. Today’s episode is hosted by Soreath Hok and produced by Jonathan Linden.

New research from UC Berkeley says there is a link between the development of new oil and gas wells in Kern County and the increase in Valley Fever cases. Today, KVPR Senior Editor Kerry Klein speaks with postdoctoral fellow Lisa Couper, who authored the research and discusses her key findings. Plus, the latest results in the 2026 Midterm Election from the San Joaquin Valley. Today’s episode is hosted by Soreath Hok and produced by Jonathan Linden.

A recall election left all but one seat empty on the Avenal City Council. This Election Day, residents of the Kings County community will decide on which candidates should fill those positions. But how has the city managed without a full council since the summer? KVPR reporter Samantha Rangel discusses the impact the vacancies have had on city services. Plus, the latest news headlines: Three more Valley residents accused of illegal voting; and a Fresno City Council candidate calls for an independent investigation into a botched arrest. Today’s episode is hosted by Soreath Hok and produced by Jonathan Linden.

Tomorrow is election day, and no matter how it turns out, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors will undergo a major shift: it’ll be the first time in 70 years that none of the board members are farmers. We talk about why – and what it means – with KVPR Senior Correspondent Marek Warszawski. Today’s episode is hosted by Kerry Klein and produced by Jonathan Linden.

While voters have their eye on tight congressional races across the country, California’s San Joaquin Valley also has some that are in play. Past elections for House District 13 have been won by razor-thin margins. Could this year be just as close? We speak with CalMatters reporter Maya C. Miller, who visited the district. Plus, the latest news headlines: Mourners remember Dolores Huerta at vigil; Fresno officials spar over allegations of corruption. Today’s episode is hosted by Kerry Klein and produced by Jonathan Linden.