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Say goodbye to the palm and the pine, hello to new California landmark
MADERA — Say goodbye to the palm and the pine, a pair of trees with a storied history considered a treasure to those live in California's Central Valley.The landmark sits in the center median of Highway 99 between Fresno and Madera and is being uprooted because of a Caltrans widening project in 2025.Larry Johnson, Caltrans District 6 spokesperson, said they want to get word out about the project as soon as possible."We know it's very popular to the people but in order to do the project correctly, it had to be done this way," Johnson said. Historians believe the trees' lore...
1 house destroyed following large fire in Central Fresno
A two-alarm fire destroyed a home in central Fresno.The Fresno Fire Department was called out to a home on North Vagedes Avenue, near Fruit and Olive, around 7:30 p.m. Sunday.When crews arrived, they found one home engulfed in flames and a home next door with some fire damage.The extent of the fire and the warm temperatures prompted a second alarm response. At least 50 firefighters were called to fight the flames.Officials say a dog and a cat were rescued from the home, and no one was injured.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.Stay with ABC30 for the latest details on this developing story.
Sunday Morning Matters: Search for new chief, Fresno passes budget, presidential election
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE) – After the City of Fresno launched an investigation into an alleged, inappropriate off-duty relationship between Fresno’s chief of police and a non-city employee, Paco Balderrama then resigned from the department. Now, the city is tasked with a months-long search for a new chief of...
‘Not the place to jump in’: Fresno Fire shares the dangers of water canals
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Fresno canals span over 700 miles throughout the city, most parts 10 feet deep. While it seems calm from above, some currents can run up to 10 mph. As temperatures soar this week, many unhoused individuals seek relief in the canals. “That is not the place to jump in, the […]
Cool down at these Central Valley centers during heatwave
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Amidst the weeklong heatwave, several cooling centers in the Central Valley have opened their doors to host residents looking to cool down. Cooling centers open once temperatures reach 105 degrees, and these are some of the cooling centers throughout the Valley for those who need to refresh: FRESNO COUNTY FRESNO […]
Road closures in central Fresno due to high-speed rail work
The California High-Speed Rail Authority will put several closures into place in Central Fresno starting Monday morning.Utility work near multiple avenues including Belmont, Thorne, Franklin, and Wesley Avenues is the reason for the closures.This work is part of the first 32-mile stretch of high-speed rail between Avenue 19 in Madera County and East American Avenue in Fresno County.There will be flaggers and signage in place to help direct traffic, and all homes and businesses in that area will be accessible.The closures will be in place from 9 am to 4 pm through Monday, September 30.
Fresno is smarter than Visalia in study of most-educated cities
Visalia is considered less-educated than Fresno, according to a new study from WalletHub. The financial services company compared the 150 most populated cities in the U.S., grading them based on a formula that included the share of adults with high school diplomas and college degrees and the quality of public education. It also weighted racial […]
Evacuation warnings lifted for Fresno June Lightning Complex Fire
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – All evacuation warnings have been lifted for the Fresno June Lightning Complex fire, Cal Fire says. Road closures have also been lifted but Cal Fire wants to remind residents they might still experience traffic flow interruptions due to utility workers and fire crews working in the area. The agency says public […]
Local fire officials urge public to celebrate July 4th safely
KERMAN, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) — With the Fourth of July approaching fire officials share how to celebrate safely and legally. Battalion Chief Robert Gonzalez with the North Central Fire District wants people to enjoy their holiday but says safety is key. “If you are going to use fireworks, please use the safe and sane fireworks. It […]
Let’s Talk Clovis: Stories from the 1923 Clovis Tribune
H.E. Armstrong was the editor of the Clovis Tribune from 1912 until his death in 1938. A one year subscription was $1.50. We are sharing the printed words that reflected life in Clovis in 1923. It was reported that the Clovis Bakery had baked 80,000 loaves of bread in 1922.
David He files lawsuit against city of Reedley
REEDLEY – David He, the face behind the illegal biolab that was operating at 850 I Street in Reedley, sits in a federal facility awaiting trial. But his incarceration has not stopped him from pursuing a complaint for damages against the city, the county and the United States government, claiming one and all were responsible for a litany of charges committed against He and his company, United Meditech, Inc.
Fresno State Alumni Association announces 2024 Top Dog honorees
Nicole Linder, a community leader and advocate against domestic violence, is among this year’s Top Dog Alumni Award honorees. The The post Fresno State Alumni Association announces 2024 Top Dog honorees appeared first on The Business Journal.
Page & Turnbull Accelerates Nation’s First High-Speed Rail Station in California
As the nation invests billions of dollars in the launch of high-speed rail systems that advance fast, efficient, and safe city-wide connectivity, the architecture and historic preservation firm Page & Turnbull is at the forefront of this unprecedented movement as the architect behind the preservation and rehabilitation of Fresno, Calif.’s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station.
Central Valley's Largest Physician Group Rebrands as 'Inspire'
The Central Valley’s largest independent medical group has rebranded as Inspire Health Medical Group. Originally Central California Faculty Medical Group, the more-than 300 physicians provide care for patients and teach at facilities throughout the area. “For more than 45 years, we have ensured access to a level of vital...
After warehouse boom in South Fresno, research finds few nearby residents got jobs
FRESNO, Calif. — Despite warehouses moving into their community, fewer Southwest Fresno residents who live in the same neighborhood are employed by those warehouses compared to residents living in other parts of the city. The finding was made public in a new study by Fresno State’s Central Valley Health...
New Fresno State Study Shows South Fresno Job Growth Down Despite Industrial Development
South Fresno residents have not enjoyed the job benefits of having huge distribution hubs in their neighborhoods, a study concludes. Their quality of life has actually gotten worse with the increase in air pollution and traffic. Existing communities need to have a voice in plans for their future. Getting your...
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