Fresno Woman Awarded $15.4M in Racial Discrimination Case Over Alleged Workplace Slurs
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By Bernadette Giacomazzo
Published on March 29, 2026.
A jury has awarded La-Kebbia "Kiki" Wilson over $15.4 million in a racial discrimination lawsuit against the city of Fresno, California. Wilson, who worked in Fresno’s code enforcement department, filed the lawsuit in 2019 alleging years of discriminatory treatment tied to her race. The case centered on accusations that her supervisor, Howard Lacy, repeatedly targeted her with offensive language and unfair treatment. After one day of deliberation, a jury ruled in Wilson's favor, awarding her $15 million in damages and giving co-worker Charles Smith $400,000. The verdict validates Wilson's experiences on the job, describing a work environment influenced by racial stereotypes and hostility. However, city officials have indicated they may appeal the decision, which could have significant budget implications.
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