The rain-rich storm drenching Central California had flooded some roadways by early Friday morning, and the foothills in eastern Fresno, Madera, and Tulare counties were under flash flood warnings through 11 a.m. Friday. The National Weather Service extended the flash flood warning for northern Fresno County, including the city of...
Fresno County Expands Flood-Zone Evacuation Warning: ‘Be Ready for Unrivaled Flood Event’
Fresno County officials renewed their dire warnings Thursday about the winter storm that's forecast to drop 2 to 3 inches of rain on the Valley floor and as much as 8 inches in the Sierra starting Thursday afternoon. The minimum stream flows that have been predicted are at the upper...
What to Watch for as RSV, Flu Cases Overwhelm Valley Hospitals
A parent's worst nightmare is often having a sick child and not knowing what is wrong or how to help. With an increase in Respiratory Syncytial Virus cases, including circulating cases of COVID-19 and influenza, it can be hard to know what may be wrong with your baby. Every winter...
Ambulances, Hospitals for Real Medical Emergencies Only, Fresno Officials Say
Don't visit a hospital emergency room or call for an ambulance unless you have a real medical emergency. That was the word Thursday from Fresno County public health officials. However, if someone is showing any of the signs below, they should call 911 or visit the nearest hospital immediately:Â Trouble...
Some Fresno County Voter Information Guides Lost or Delayed
As residents gear up for the Nov. 8 election, some Fresno County voters have yet to receive their voter information guides. Fresno County Clerk and Registrar of Voters James Kus says some voter information guides will go out as late as Oct. 18. In addition, about 200 copies of...
Supervisors Tell Feds: Squaw Valley Wants to Keep Its Name
An unscientific survey conducted by Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig's office indicates that 87% of Squaw Valley households prefer keeping the town's name. However, much to the ire of many town residents, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 2022 on Sept. 23 requiring the removal of geographic features and place...
Earn Some Pocket Money By Helping in Fresno County Elections
The November election is right around the corner and Fresno County officials are hoping to make it as smooth as possible. So, the county is seeking to hire 50 to 100 election workers for its voting centers. Fresno County Clerk and Registrar of Voters James Kus says multilingual people...
Fresno’s Biggest Event Returns With Food, Music, Rides, and Extreme Pogo Performers
The tantalyzing smell of fair food, the rush of carnival rides, and the sounds of live music all make their way to the Big Fresno Fair starting Wednesday. This is the fair's 139th year and its 12-day run features something for everyone. While live horse racing, museum tours, livestock...
Newsom Signs Bill Mandating the Removal of the Word “Squaw” Forever
While many Squaw Valley residents have been debating amongst each other for close to two years on whether they can or cannot keep their town name, Gov. Gavin Newsom has now officially made that decision for them. On Friday, Newsom declared Sep. 23, 2022, as Native American Day, and signed...
Many Squaw Valley Residents Are Mad as Hell About Likely Name Change
A crowd of at least 100 people — many of them expressing anger — made their way to the Bear Mountain Library in Squaw Valley on Tuesday evening to discuss legislation that aims to change the town’s name. The meeting was hosted by Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig, who...