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Central Valley Daily

The Central Valley’s daily news podcast. Hear headlines and interviews on the issues that matter to Central Valley residents, delivered in 15 minutes or less every weekday morning. The KVPR Newsroom brings you stories from communities across Central California, including Fresno, Merced, Bakersfield, Visalia, and the Central & Southern Sierra.

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16:38

Oct. 11: Republican Rep. Tom McClintock On The...

Central Valley Daily ·

2025/10/11

The partial government shutdown is in week two as Congress continues to be at odds over a funding deal. In this bonus weekend episode of Central Valley Daily, we speak with Republican Rep. Tom McClintock. His district includes areas in Fresno, Madera, Mariposa, Tuolumne, and Stanislaus counties. Rep. McClintock gives us his view on what it will take to return to work in the nation’s capital.

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19:44

Oct. 10: US Sen. Adam Schiff Weighs In On The...

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2025/10/10

The government has been partially shut down for more than a week as Republicans and Democrats tussle over healthcare tax credits in the federal budget. On today’s episode, U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff explains what Democrats want, and weighs in issues facing California voters. Plus, the latest news headlines: A former Fresno detective is arrested by federal authorities; and CSU Bakersfield is sued by former athletes.

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14:16

Oct. 9: The New Children’s Book Demystifying...

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2025/10/09

As the Trump administration cracks down on illegal immigration, one author is telling the story of becoming a U.S. citizen. And he’s writing in a way that even children can understand. In today’s episode, children’s author Edward Dennis discusses his forthcoming book “The Boy from Mexico Becomes a U.S. Citizen.” Plus, the latest news headlines: Former Fresno County Sheriff Mims running for office, and an embattled Kern County supervisor’s new request in court as he faces abuse charges

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14:20

Oct. 8 : As Local News Shrinks, This Valley Publisher...

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2025/10/08

The local news industry in America has been contracting for decades. Most people now consume the news on their phones. But a Valley news company is sticking to traditional ways. On today’s episode, Paul Myers, the vice president and executive editor of Mineral King Publishing, explains how the company is expanding. Plus, the latest news headlines: A new report shines light on Fresno’s improving economy, and a Valley legislator calls for a top state official to resign.

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14:44

Oct. 7: How Fresno Unified Brought Down Homelessness...

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2025/10/07

Only about 1% of Fresno County students were homeless in 2024. It was the lowest rate of homelessness among students for any county in the state. On today’s episode, KVPR’s Rachel Livinal brings us one family’s journey to find a home. Plus, the latest news headlines: A Fresno rabbi’s message on the Israel-Hamas War anniversary; and Foster Farms issues a major recall.

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12:53

Oct. 6: California’s Bird Flu Emergency Is Over. But...

Central Valley Daily ·

2025/10/06

Avian influenza swept through California’s dairy herds last year. Within months, it had ripped through most of the state’s dairies, and dozens of dairy workers had been infected. Since then, the virus has slowed down – but it’s beginning to reinfect some cattle herds. To learn what this all means for animal and public health right now, we speak with California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones.

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17:30

Oct. 3: Republicans Blame Democrats For Shutdown. We...

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2025/10/03

We speak with Fresno Democratic Congressman Jim Costa about how his party is dealing with the federal government shutdown and how his district is feeling the effects. Plus, the latest news headlines: A popular climber dies in Yosemite National Park, and CSU Bakersfield forms a new commission to oversee its athletics department.

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15:06

Oct. 2: The Federal Government Shut Down. What It...

Central Valley Daily ·

2025/10/02

Journalist Jeanne Kuang from CalMatters joins us to discuss the impacts of a federal government shutdown on agencies that provide services in California. Congress failed to reach a spending deal to keep the government running after Oct. 1 and has created an impasse between Republicans and Democrats. Plus, the latest news headlines: What officials expect for California’s new water year; and a beloved Fresno brewery is returning.

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14:41

Oct. 1: Two Unions Are Competing To Win Over Clovis...

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2025/10/01

Teachers in the Clovis Unified School District have never unionized. That could change as two unions compete for the favor of teachers after their traditional “faculty senate” model was ruled illegal by state leaders. EdSource reporter Lasherica Thorton breaks down this tipping point for Clovis teachers. Plus, the latest news headlines: Bobby Salazar begins to mount defense in arson trial; and the whopping economic boost from visits to nearby national parks.

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14:45

Sept. 30: Why California Threw A Lifeline To Kern...

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2025/09/30

Oil is at the heart of Kern County’s economy. But as the state looked to transition to cleaner energy sources under a changing climate, the economic reality clashed with ambitious policy goals. We speak with Republican state Sen. Shannon Grove about the recent signing of a state law that seeks to reboot the county’s oil industry. Plus, the latest news headlines: The looming battle with Fresno and its bus driver union, and the Clovis police car that will livestream around the clock.

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14:10

Sept. 29: How Did This Tiny Desert Town Get An ICE...

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2025/09/29

California City in Kern County used to house a state prison. The federal government's recent move to turn it into an immigrant detention facility sparked confusion and outrage. San Francisco Chronicle reporter Sara DiNatale explains the “David versus Goliath" political battle playing out in this tiny desert city.

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13:43

Sept. 26: California Wants More Year-Round...

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2025/09/26

Officials and experts agree there is no wildfire “season” anymore, only a wildfire year. So, lawmakers put money in the budget this year to transition seasonal firefighters into year-round positions. What could this mean for the firefighters and those they serve? On today’s episode of Central Valley Daily, KVPR’s Rachel Livinal takes this special report on how firefighters feel about the change. Plus, the latest news headlines: Bakersfield State Senator Shannon Grove reacts to the new law increasing

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Sept. 25: From Reader To Writer: Fresno State...

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2025/09/25

Professor Samina Najmi teaches English at Fresno State. But unlike most colleagues, she is also a student. Samina is earning her MFA in creative writing, and her first non-scholarly book will be published soon. She will be doing a reading from her forthcoming book, “Sing Me a Circle: Love, Loss, and a Home in Time,” at the third-annual Fresno Writers Summit this weekend. Samina came to the KVPR studios to discuss her new role as personal essayist. Plus, the latest news headlines: A federal judge

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14:56

Sept. 24: Special Districts Run Critical Services In...

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2025/09/24

There are thousands of hyper-local government bodies across the country known as “special districts.” But, what exactly do they do? On today’s episode, we speak with Lorenzo Rios, executive officer of the Clovis Veterans Memorial District, who will soon lead statewide special districts. Plus, the latest news headlines: A large carrot producer is found liable for discrimination; and Kern leaders celebrate oil permitting bill.

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Sept. 23: Why A Fresno Intersection Received The...

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2025/09/23

Accidents are so common at a Fresno intersection that a neighbor set up a webcam to monitor traffic 24 hours a day. Thousands now tune in to a YouTube channel just to watch accidents and close calls. KVPR’s Samantha Rangel joins us today to talk about the residents who are fed up with the accidents and what’s being done to fix the intersection. Plus, the latest news headlines: A Sanger police officer gets five life sentences, and a complaint goes after a committee group for a Fresno County tax.

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15:12

Sept. 22: Why Covered Californian Enrollees Could See...

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2025/09/22

Many Californians rely on Covered California, the public health insurance marketplace. It’s supposed to be relatively affordable, so why are enrollees facing skyrocketing premiums that could double in the next year? Covered California’s Executive Director Jessica Altman explains what’s at stake.

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13:39

Sept. 19: The Solar Farm Bill Dividing The...

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2025/09/19

A controversial bill that would allow more solar panels on farmland in the San Joaquin Valley has passed in the state legislature. So why did the legislator who introduced it pull it at the last minute? CalMatters reporter Rachel Becker shares where AB 1156 stands, and why it’s dividing the agriculture industry. Plus, the latest news headlines: A new study shows steady progress among English learners in the Valley; and how Tulare city officials plan to attract more visitors.

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14:06

Sept. 18: What It’s Like On The Front Lines Of The...

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2025/09/18

Billowing smoke, flaming trees and thousands of axe-wielding hotshot firefighters: these are some of the images from the front lines of the Garnet Fire burning in eastern Fresno County. KVPR’s Kerry Klein takes us on a tour of the north flank of the fire, and shares her reporting on what firefighting operations have looked like. Plus, the latest news headlines: Questions raised over a state legislator’s bill; and what a new study on student loan payments says about Valley borrowers.

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17:11

Sept. 17: How Charlie Kirk’s Assassination Is...

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2025/09/17

The assasination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk sent shockwaves across the country, including in the San Joaquin Valley. Fresno County leaders called for civility among dissenting groups in the wake of the killing, and today we speak with Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig. He reflects on the local response to Kirk’s assasination and weighs in on how we can repair society.Plus, the latest news headlines: A Catholic bishop’s experience with Charlie Kirk before his assassination; and UC

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15:04

Sept. 16: This Valley County Can’t Support Expecting...

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2025/09/16

Madera County is one of only nine in the state where expecting mothers do not have access to birthing services. Instead, they have to travel to out of county hospitals. Journalist Tim Sheehan explains why the county’s hospital chose not to continue birthing services when it reopened – and what that means for expecting mothers. Plus, the latest news headlines: A bill to revamp Kern County oil drilling heads to Gov. Newsom’s desk; and hundreds attend a vigil for conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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