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Unprovoked attack on unhoused California man sleeping on sidewalk caught on video

The attack on Freddy underscores the vulnerability of unhoused individuals and the need for increased safety measures in their communities.

Fresno has a homeless problem. So why are its leaders rejecting state-funded housing?

Fresno's new ordinance criminalizes homelessness, leading to increased arrests, while advocates argue it worsens the situation for the homeless population.

Unprovoked attack on unhoused California man sleeping on sidewalk caught on video

The attack on Freddy underscores the vulnerability of unhoused individuals and the need for increased safety measures in their communities.

Fresno has a homeless problem. So why are its leaders rejecting state-funded housing?

Fresno's new ordinance criminalizes homelessness, leading to increased arrests, while advocates argue it worsens the situation for the homeless population.
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California city has one of quickest commutes in the country

Fresno, California has the fourth-fastest commute in the U.S., significantly shorter than the average Californian who spends over 29 minutes commuting.

Will a commercial kitchen rein in Fresno's 'Wild Wild West' of street vending? What we know

Fresno is investing in a commercial kitchen to improve food safety and support mobile food vendors.

Officers kill man after he shoots Fresno police sergeant in alleged ambush

A police sergeant in Fresno was ambushed and shot, but managed to return fire before the suspect was killed by responding officers.
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Map: Fresno June Lightning wildfires and evacuation zone

Two wildfires, Bolt and Flash, near Fresno prompted evacuations, part of the Fresno June Lightning Complex, spanning a total of 7,000 acres.

Breaking: Quality 2 Fire reported in Fresno County on Oct. 18

A new wildfire, Quality 2, has been reported in Fresno County, California, with unknown containment and cause.

A second In-N-Out is opening on the drive between LA and SF

In-N-Out is opening a new location near Fresno, California
This location is conveniently located on the way to Yosemite National Park

Map: Fresno June Lightning wildfires and evacuation zone

Two wildfires, Bolt and Flash, near Fresno prompted evacuations, part of the Fresno June Lightning Complex, spanning a total of 7,000 acres.

Breaking: Quality 2 Fire reported in Fresno County on Oct. 18

A new wildfire, Quality 2, has been reported in Fresno County, California, with unknown containment and cause.

A second In-N-Out is opening on the drive between LA and SF

In-N-Out is opening a new location near Fresno, California
This location is conveniently located on the way to Yosemite National Park
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Fathers pleads for help after daughters killed by SUV crashing into California home

A tragic high-speed pursuit resulted in two sisters being killed when a car crashed into their bedroom in Fresno, California.

A wooden chair in California is as tall as a house. It's part of a teary love story

The oversized wooden chair in Robert Sandoval's yard serves as a heartfelt memorial to his late wife, blending memory with craftsmanship.
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Pese a objeciones, instalan nuevos letreros viales en Cesar Chavez Blvd. de Fresno

The renaming of streets in Fresno to honor Cesar Chavez is in progress after a 30-year effort, despite initial community pushback and legal challenges.

This one-of-a-kind California park encourages graffiti art on its walls. Here's why

Calwa Park in Fresno is California's only public space encouraging graffiti art, offering a unique venue for artists and enriching community culture.

Fresno Is Updating its Active Transportation Plan: Workshops - Streetsblog California

Fresno is revising its Active Transportation Plan, seeking public input to enhance safety and accessibility for walking, biking, and public transport.

Pese a objeciones, instalan nuevos letreros viales en Cesar Chavez Blvd. de Fresno

The renaming of streets in Fresno to honor Cesar Chavez is in progress after a 30-year effort, despite initial community pushback and legal challenges.

This one-of-a-kind California park encourages graffiti art on its walls. Here's why

Calwa Park in Fresno is California's only public space encouraging graffiti art, offering a unique venue for artists and enriching community culture.

Fresno Is Updating its Active Transportation Plan: Workshops - Streetsblog California

Fresno is revising its Active Transportation Plan, seeking public input to enhance safety and accessibility for walking, biking, and public transport.
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Here's what the partial lunar eclipse looked like in Fresno, California

A partial lunar eclipse coinciding with a supermoon illuminated the night sky during the Harvest Moon in Fresno.

Climate Ready: hottest July on record takes a toll on California's table grape harvest

July 2023 was recorded as the hottest July ever, impacting grape production and field work in Fresno, California.
#high-speed-rail

Fresno's Chinatown Neighborhood To See Big Changes From High Speed Rail | KQED

The high-speed rail project in Fresno is viewed as a lifeline by some residents.

Fresno's Chinatown Neighborhood To See Big Changes From High Speed Rail | KQED

High Speed Rail in Fresno is seen as a lifeline by some residents.

Fresno's Chinatown Neighborhood To See Big Changes From High Speed Rail | KQED

The high-speed rail project in Fresno is viewed as a lifeline by some residents.

Fresno's Chinatown Neighborhood To See Big Changes From High Speed Rail | KQED

High Speed Rail in Fresno is seen as a lifeline by some residents.
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Fresno has different population totals on city limits signs. Will the real number be posted?

Fresno city limit signs display varying population counts, with discrepancies between highways.
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Lideres deberian hacer de Fresno la capital oficial de la danza folclorica mexicana | Opinion

Fresno has become the permanent home for the Festival Danzantes Unidos due to Clovis West rejecting to host the event.
McLane High School will host the next edition of the festival in 2025 and future locations after that remain uncertain.

City leaders should make Fresno the official capital of Mexican folkloric dance | Opinion

The Danzantes Unidos Festival found a new home at McLane High School after previous venue challenges.
Fresno's central location and amenities make it an ideal host for the festival.

Lideres deberian hacer de Fresno la capital oficial de la danza folclorica mexicana | Opinion

Fresno has become the permanent home for the Festival Danzantes Unidos due to Clovis West rejecting to host the event.
McLane High School will host the next edition of the festival in 2025 and future locations after that remain uncertain.

City leaders should make Fresno the official capital of Mexican folkloric dance | Opinion

The Danzantes Unidos Festival found a new home at McLane High School after previous venue challenges.
Fresno's central location and amenities make it an ideal host for the festival.
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Fresno's Rogue Festival Features Performance Of Latehomecomer, A Hmong Family Memoir | KQED

The Rogue Festival in Fresno's Tower District features local talent in various art forms.
Snowpack in the Sierra is recovering after recent storms, boosting the region's snow levels.

California police officer loses consciousness taking suspect to jail. Both end up in hospital

A Fresno police officer lost consciousness and was hospitalized after possibly being exposed to an unknown substance while transporting a suspect to jail.
The officer regained consciousness after receiving Naloxone, an opioid overdose reversal medication, from their partner at the scene.

Hundreds of pounds of marijuana seized during search at California gardening store

A Fresno gardening distributor called 'Gro More Garden Supply' was busted for having 811 unlicensed marijuana plants and hundreds of pounds of illegal cannabis.
The warehouse was also found to have code violations, including unpermitted modifications and electrical compromise.
The City of Fresno will continue to target illegal grow operations and those operating outside the law will be fined and subject to criminal prosecution.
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