FRESNO, Calif. — Two Central California races for U.S. House seats are suddenly getting increased attention from the national parties because they could help determine control of the chamber — and represent hot new battlegrouands for Latino voters.
Why it matters: The fights for the seats held by Republican Reps. David Valadao and John Duarte reflect Democrats' push to take over two majority-Latino districts that have never been represented by anyone of Mexican or Central American descent.
Locking up merchandise at drugstores and discount retailers hasn't curbed retail theft but is driving frustrated consumers to shop online more, retail experts tell Axios.
Why it matters: Retail crime is eating into retailers' profits and high theft rates are also leading to a rise in store closures.
