Black leaders in Fresno are upset over the recent firing of one of the city's top administrators, calling the move 'inexcusable and disrespectful." "We are mad as hell," said Eric Payne organizer of a rally held Tuesday morning at City Hall. Former City Clerk Yvonne Spence, who is Black, isn't...
Why is Fresno in the Doghouse on Survey of Pooch-Friendly Cities?
Fresno has landed in the Top 50 of a new list counting down the best dog park cities in the United States. But, digging a little deeper into the survey reveals the news isn't all "paws-ative." According to a report by lawn care website LawnStarter, Fresno ranked No. 36 on...
L.A. Developer, Others Compete to Take Fresno Arena Off City’s Hands
Update, 6/25/2021: The Fresno City Council tabled any discussion about the future sale of Selland Arena to another date. No reason was given. Original story: The future of Selland Arena could come down to three bidders. Depending on what direction the Fresno City Council takes, the future of professional soccer...
Fresno Council Dismisses Long-Time City Clerk
In a surprise announcement at the start of budget hearings, the Fresno City Council announced Monday morning that it had dismissed long-time City Clerk Yvonne Spence on a 4-3 vote. Councilmembers offered no reason for the decision. Reached by GV Wire, Spence said the separation was "mutually agreed upon." She...
After 4 Year Fight, Former Fresno PD Site May Become Neighborhood Park
The corner of Broadway and Elizabeth Street in Fresno's Tower District is nothing but dirt, weeds, and a few outlying trees. It was once home to a police substation, but for four years, residents have dreamed of turning it into a neighborhood park. Wednesday morning, City Councilmember Miguel Arias joined...
Homeland Security in Talks to Use Fresno Convention Center for Migrant Children
City councilman Nelson Esparza is offering the Fresno Convention Center to house migrant children arriving at the southern border. And, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said on Wednesday that he wants to discuss the idea. "There's a humanitarian crisis on the border. If we can be of assistance, we're...
City-Owned EV Charging Stations Damaged and a ‘Hazard’, says Councilmember
Over a dozen electric vehicle charging stations owned by the city of Fresno are not able to charge anything after being vandalized. Heavy cables used to connect the curbside chargers to vehicles were severed for the valuable copper wire inside, according to police. "Not just the ones in the city...
Ice Cream Shop Worker Arrested on Child Porn Charges in Fresno
Fresno County Sheriff’s detectives have arrested a Fresno man employed at a local ice cream shop on a felony charge of possession and distribution of child pornography. Following up on a tip, members of the Central Valley Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested Kyle Medders, 24, at his home...
Fresno Police Arrest Suspect in Food Vendor Murder, Community Rallies for Victim’s Family
[aggregation-styles] KSEE 24 FRESNO, California (KSEE) — Fresno Police have arrested an 18-year-old who investigators believe is responsible for the murder of a Fresno street vendor. 18-year-old Demarcus Vega of Palmdale faces murder and robbery charges for the death of 45-year-old food vendor Lorenzo Perez. Police Chief Paco Balderrama called...
Video Shows ‘Sideshow’ Crash That Injured Spectators Near Fresno Airport
A 19-year-old at the wheel of a Ford Mustang is facing serious charges after Fresno police say he was involved in a street racing sideshow crash that injured several spectators. The Jan. 29 incident was caught on surveillance video around midnight near the intersection of East Pine and North Villa,...