Fresno Leaders Secure $2 Million for San Joaquin River Projects
Funding will support planning and development for public access and recreation along the river corridor.
Power Outage Hits Kings Canyon National Park
Fresno Doctor Loses License After Sexual Misconduct Allegations
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
Possible Tornado Rips Roof Off Fresno County Fire Station
No injuries reported as CAL FIRE station sustains major damage from rare weather event.

Central Valley Almond Growers Brace for Storm's Impact
Rainy weather threatens to disrupt crucial pollination period for almond crops
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.
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.
Sports
Fresno State Baseball secures first win of 2026 season
Diamond 'Dogs defeat Utah 14-8 after back-to-back losses to start the year

Dallas Mavericks Acquire Veteran Talent in Blockbuster Trade
Mavericks trade Anthony Davis to Wizards, receive Khris Middleton, Marvin Bagley III, and draft picks in return
Fresno State Equestrian's Sage Lindvall Talks Dog Walks
Junior student-athlete discusses her passion for both horses and canines.