FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- For about two years now, the city of Fresno has been working to limit the number of Smoke Shops per district.

On Wednesday morning, the city announced a win in their effort, saying the federal court dismissed a lawsuit filed by the California Smoke Shops Association.

Local leaders say the goal is a safer community.

"Our residents deserve to live in a community that prioritizes their well-being, and that begins with keeping harmful products and irresponsible operators out of reach," said Councilmember Nelson Esparza.

In June, a new ordinance went into effect in the city of Fresno, reducing the number of smoke shops to seven per district.

The California Smoke Shops Association filed a lawsuit arguing that the ordinance violates its members' right to equal prote

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