Small Home Model Emerges as Alternative to Traditional Senior Living
Wellpointe Inc. expands affordable assisted living with intimate, home-like residences
Central Valley Offers Incentives for Zero-Emission Lawn Care
Woman Killed in Crash Near Naval Air Station Lemoore
Economics
Kings County to Stop Providing Pennies for Cash Transactions
Other California counties consider rounding or pushing electronic payments as U.S. Mint halts penny production

California Lawmakers Propose Temporary Gas Tax Pause as Prices Soar
The move aims to provide relief to drivers facing $4.47/gallon prices, but could impact road repair funding.
Fresno Uber Drivers Struggle as Gas Prices Surge
Rising fuel costs cut into profits for Fresno rideshare drivers and local farmers
Crime
Motorcyclist Injured in Fresno Crash at Blackstone Ave & El Paso Ave
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the collision involving a vehicle and motorcycle.

Two People Shot at Fresno Apartment Complex
Police say motive is unclear as investigation continues
Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Fresno Crash
Collision occurred near River Park shopping center on Saturday evening.
Politics
Nexstar to Produce California Gubernatorial Debate
The debate will air statewide across Nexstar stations and be moderated by anchors from Sacramento and Los Angeles.

Clovis Unified sees minimal absences during student protest
District data shows no significant increase in unexcused absences on day of ICE enforcement protest
Fresno Lawmaker Accused of Controlling Wife from Rehab
Divorce documents reveal allegations of stalking, spying, and financial abuse
Weather
Unusual Temperatures Grip Central Valley
Experts warn of sudden shifts and health impacts as the region experiences an early heat wave.

Bedroom Damaged in Fresno House Fire
Firefighters responded to the blaze in south Fresno on Wednesday morning.
Fresno Firefighters Rescue One After House Explosion
Crews responded to reports of explosions and cries for help at a single-story residence.
Health
Tragic Death of Biker After Rattlesnake Encounter in California
A devoted mountain biker tragically lost his life after a rattlesnake bite while riding on a popular trail in California's verdant foothills.

Community Regional Medical Center opens new burn therapy gym
The facility includes weights, an exercise ball, and a therapy bed to help burn patients recover.
Fresno Sees Spike in Homeless Burn Injuries as Warming Centers Open
Community Regional Medical Center reports an uptick in burn-related injuries among the homeless during recent cold snap.