‘Suited for Success’: How you can donate professional clothing to Fresno students
FRESNO, Calif. ( ) – You can help a local student dress professionally for their next job interview or internship – the Foundation for Fresno Unified Students and Neighborhood Thrift is collecting donations for the 4th annual Suit Drive. But it’s not just men’s suits; it’s women’s professional...
City officials ‘consolidate’ Fresno’s long-range city planning division, stoking criticism
Fresno officials recently shuffled a key urban planning team, drawing sharp criticism from a longtime planner. On Jan. 15, city planners were informed via email that the long-range division of the city’s planning department would be consolidated into the current planning division, senior planner Casey Lauderdale...
Old Town Clovis antique store burglarized, thief got away on e-bike
The original 4th Street Antique Mall in Old Town Clovis is now boarded up after a thief smashed the front door and got away with gold, silver, and costume jewelry.
The story behind downtown Fresno’s historic Van Ness Avenue entry arch
It’s a Fresno landmark that has welcomed travelers to the city for a century. But to most modern eyes, it’s in an odd place, situated in a relatively quiet industrial portion of the city. The story of Fresno’s historic Van Ness archway, today on KVPR’s Central Valley Roots.
Beloved deli leaves historic Clovis corner
CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A beloved sandwich and beverage destination is leaving a historic corner in Old Town Clovis before the month’s end. The Pickled Parlor’s owner, Pickle Nick, announced the news on Tuesday. “My family and I have decided, after 10 total years of business operations, to have our final day...
Calif. investigation uncovers underground market for endangered wildlife parts
Seven suspects face charges in connection to a large wildlife trafficking network.
Highly reviewed Mexican restaurant to open new Fresno location
El Taquerio Premio Mayor is opening its new Fresno location on February 3rd, with special deals and giveaways to celebrate.
Actor Danny Trejo talks about life & career at Fresno City College speakers forum
You may know him as Machete but on Tuesday, actor Danny Trejo skipped bombastic fights and explosions, as he sat down for a conversation in the Central Valley.
Madera County Man Arrested for Alleged Possession, Distribution of CSAM
MADERA COUNTY, CA — “The Madera County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32-year-old Madera resident Bryan Francis Gittings following an investigation into the distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material. On January 21, 2026, MCSO detectives, assisted by the Central California Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task...
Fresno Unified pushes back to retiree criticisms, calling claims ‘baseless’
In response to a letter on behalf of 6,200 retirees impacted by a recent health coverage disruption, Fresno Unified has said its claims are baseless, emphasizing that no retirees have lost health insurance coverage. On Jan. 22, a letter of complaint drafted by local attorney Kevin Little on behalf of...
