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A federal judge halted the Trump administration from enforcing new grant conditions targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and immigration enforcement compliance for federal programs in California and Oregon. The injunction, issued by U.S. District Judge William Orrick, blocks four federal agencies from imposing conditions that could defund public safety, health, and environmental initiatives.

California’s $20-an-hour fast-food minimum wage has led to 16 fast-food closures in the Fresno area since 2025, with vacant storefronts reported in Fresno, Clovis, Hanford, Merced, Kerman, and Visalia. Franchise owners attribute the closures to the wage policy’s impact on the restaurant industry.

A veteran journalist, Alex Delgado, who worked as a news anchor at KSEE 24, was scammed out of $72,000 through a text message scam. She expressed feeling vulnerable and admitted she should have been more cautious.

Rondy Packard Sr., a Fresno, California man, was rescued after being missing for six days following a fishing trip. The rescue occurred in the remote Pine Flat Lake area on Independence Day, according to authorities.

Rondy Packard Sr., a Fresno, California man, was rescued after being missing for six days following a fishing trip. He was found in the remote Pine Flat Lake area on Independence Day by authorities.

A Fresno, California man, Rondy Packard Sr., was rescued after a six-day search in the remote Pine Flat Lake area following a fishing trip. Authorities confirmed his rescue on Independence Day.

Fresno, California is experiencing a peach heist crime wave, with mug shots of the suspect released. The city, previously known as a meth capital, is now dealing with this sweet crime.

A 19-year-old Fresno woman pleaded no contest to false imprisonment after prosecutors stated she kidnapped a 14-year-old girl from Daly City and took her to Oakland for prostitution. She was initially charged with human trafficking of a minor for a sex act.

A California teacher, Butler, is accused of making students sit on his lap and touching them inappropriately at Lane Elementary School in Fresno. Girls testified about these allegations.

Matt Horn, a troubled pitmaster, closed another barbecue restaurant as an eviction notice was found at Horn Barbecue in Fresno, which had opened in January. The closure left the community disappointed and employees without jobs.

A Fresno man was sentenced to over 15 years in prison for mailing more than 22 pounds of meth through the U.S. mail. He pleaded guilty to transporting drugs via the mail system.

Bruce Lion, a member of the Lion Raisins family in Fresno, was arrested after allegedly threatening his Jewish neighbors for weeks. The incident has raised concerns among residents in the Palisades area.

Bruce Lion, of a major agricultural family in Fresno, was arrested Saturday morning after allegedly threatening his Jewish neighbors for weeks. The arrest follows claims that he terrorized them.

A family of five, including a Fresno man, his wife, his brother, and their 4-year-old twin daughters, was killed in a fiery crash in San Bernardino County on May 22. The family was reportedly driving to a graduation event when the accident occurred.

A family of five was killed in a fiery crash in San Bernardino County while traveling to a graduation celebration in Arizona. The family was traveling from Fresno to the event when the accident occurred.

A Fresno family traveling to a graduation celebration in Arizona was tragically killed in a fiery crash in San Bernardino County. The incident occurred while the family was en route to the event.

A Fresno family of five was killed in a fiery crash in San Bernardino County while traveling to a graduation celebration in Arizona. The incident occurred during their journey to the event.

Candidates for California governor and Los Angeles mayor are making final campaign pushes ahead of Tuesday's primary election. Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton, Tom Steyer, and others compete in a crowded gubernatorial race, while Karen Bass faces challengers in the mayoral contest. The top-two primary system will determine the general election candidates.

Fresno has been ranked among the sweatiest cities in the US. The city was previously known as America's meth capital.

California mayors, including Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer, oppose Governor Gavin Newsom's high-speed rail project, warning it could legally and fiscally exploit local tax bases to fund the $126 billion system. The 2026 Draft Business Plan proposes redirecting local tax revenues near rail stations, which mayors argue undermines local governance and constitutional protections. The California High-Speed Rail Authority denies finalizing such a plan but acknowledges exploring funding tools.

California mayors, including Jerry Dyer of Fresno, oppose Gov. Gavin Newsom's high-speed rail plan, warning it could divert local tax revenues to fund the $126 billion project. The High-Speed Rail Authority denies capturing local funds, while critics highlight fiscal recklessness and legal risks. The project, delayed for nearly two decades, faces scrutiny over cost overruns and funding strategies.

Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton, leading Republican gubernatorial candidates, delivered their closing arguments to a GOP audience in the Central Valley near Fresno ahead of the June 2 primary. The event highlights the importance of the often-overlooked Central Valley region in the race.

A registered sex offender and parolee was arrested after surveillance video captured him allegedly attempting to break into the home of Fresno City Attorney Andrew Janz while armed with a knife at 3:30 a.m. on Sunday. The suspect, 56-year-old Larry Orduna Torrez, was charged with attempted first-degree burglary, trespassing, and threatening a public official. The incident intensifies concerns about violent repeat offenders and has prompted discussion about California's parole and sex offender release policies.

California plans to establish three new state parks—Feather River in Yuba County, San Joaquin River Parkway near Fresno, and Dust Bowl Camp in Bakersfield—and expand existing parks, marking the largest growth in the state parks system in decades. The announcement coincides with Earth Day and highlights environmental conservation efforts.