Business
National Workers' Comp Insurer Opens First Fresno Office
TheZenith Insurance Company celebrates new location as part of growth and community commitment.
California Bans Blackjack at Card Rooms, Fresno Casino Owner Warns of Tax Revenue, Job Losses
The new regulations, proposed by the state Attorney General, effectively ban card room blackjack and place stricter rules on player-dealers.
FoodsCo to close Fresno location by mid-March
Employees will be offered transfers to other FoodsCo stores in the area.
Crime
Firefighter Injured in Motel Blaze
Responder hospitalized with broken leg after fall during fire suppression efforts
California High School Students Disciplined for Homophobic Display
Redwood High School seniors rearranged their shirts to spell out a slur, sparking outrage from classmates and disciplinary action from the school district.
Man Arrested in Fresno USPS Worker Armed Robbery
Suspect Frankie Ochoa apprehended after January incident on Hammond Avenue
Weather
Central Valley Residents Urged to Prepare for Flooding, Possible Outages
Clovis residents fill sandbags and take precautions as incoming storms raise risks of downed power lines and infrastructure issues.
Fresno County Offers Free Sandbags Ahead of Storm
Residents must bring their own shovels to fill the bags themselves at distribution sites across the county.
Four Escape Fresno House Fire
Firefighters extinguish blaze, cause under investigation
Health
Valley veteran regains control from tremors, looks forward to Valentine's Day dinner with wife
Retired Marine Corps veteran Danial Payne credits a breakthrough wearable device for restoring his music, service, and cherished moments with his wife.
Fresno Food Businesses Temporarily Closed for Repairs in January
Two Mexican restaurants and a gas station market were shut down for remodeling and other issues.
Fresno Cancer Survivor's Journey Inspires Mother-Daughter Business
20-year-old Frida Sofia's near-death experience led her mother to start a small gummy candy company to support the family.
Lifestyle
Fresno Offers Affordable California Living Without Sacrificing Quality of Life
Central Valley city provides budget-friendly housing, dining, and entertainment options just hours from major attractions
Fresno Celebrates Black History Month with Mardi Gras, Exhibits, and More
From parades to film screenings, Fresno is hosting a variety of events to commemorate Black history and culture.
Fresno Restaurants Brace for Valentine's Day Reservation Cancelations
Restaurants prepare for influx of reservations, but also expect many no-shows.
