Gov. Gavin Newsom announces three new state parks, including one along Fresno-Madera County line
Governor Gavin Newsom toured Sycamore Island in Madera County on Wednesday, which is part of one of California's next state parks.
Twister Slams Rural Fresno County, Sends Clovis Classrooms Scrambling
A tornado touched down in Fresno County Tuesday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service, snapping and uprooting trees across a rural stretch northeast of Clovis and jolting the Central Valley with blaring cellphone alerts. Tornado warnings briefly sent students in several local school districts into shelter-in-place mode while the same spring storm system churned out damaging straight-line winds and reports...
1-year-old, 3-year-old kidnapped in Fresno, suspect arrested
Two children were kidnapped in Fresno on Wednesday morning, but were later rescued after two witnesses held the suspect down until police arrived.
Bullard High School teacher and coach Steve Cox dies unexpectedly
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Bullard High School is mourning the unexpected death of staff member Steve Cox, known to many students as “Coach Cox,” who died Wednesday morning. "After thoughtful consideration, and with the guidance of the district’s psychology team, we are informing Mr. Cox’s classes of...
Sanger Chamber of Commerce reveals $50,000 in invoices, debt
The Sanger Chamber of Commerce revealed that it is dealing with $50,000 in outstanding invoices and debt after facing questions about its financial transparency. The chamber revealed its financial situation to the Sanger City Council last week one month after it failed to present financial information. The backstory: City staff...
Fresno Police Arrest Driver on DUI, Narcotics Charges After Traffic Stop
A driver was arrested Monday evening on suspicion of driving under the influence and drug-related offenses following a traffic stop in central Fresno, police said. Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop at Ventura Avenue and Third Street around 5:57 p.m. During the stop, officers contacted the driver and detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath.
The 112th Clovis Rodeo happening Wednesday through Sunday in Old Town Clovis
CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — The 112th Clovis Rodeo takes place this week at the Clovis Rodeo Grounds in Old Town Clovis. The rodeo kicks off on Wednesday at 6 p.m. with bull riding, followed by a concert by Corey Kent. On Thursday, there will be PRCA Rodeo Performance, opening...
Damaging hail, wind forecast for Madera County
The National Weather Service has predicted 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail throughout Madera County on Tuesday evening, which is expected to cause damage to vehicles, roofs, siding, and trees.
Reward up to $15,000 offered for tips in Bessie Walker suspicious death case
AUBERRY, Calif. (FOX26) — Fresno County Sheriff’s detectives are continuing to investigate the suspicious death of 27-year-old Bessie Walker, who was last seen in August 2021 in Auberry. Walker was last seen either Wednesday, Aug. 4, or Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021. Family members filed a missing persons report...
Two wanted after armed robbery with rifle in Selma
SELMA, Calif. (FOX26) — Two people are wanted after an armed robbery in Selma. The Selma Police Department says they were first called out to Sheridan and Valley View Streets for reports of the robbery. Officers learned that a man pulled out a rifle and took money from the...
