Fresno County Superior Court Judge Brian Alvarez has ruled that a change made by the Legislature to the state's felony murder law is unconstitutional. His ruling adds to the growing divide about whether SB 1437, which was signed into law last year by Gov. Jerry Brown, violates the state constitution....
Mosquitoes Collected in Fresno Test Positive for West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes collected in central Fresno have tested positive for the West Nile virus, the Fresno County health department announced Friday. “This confirmation is a strong reminder that everyone should take this disease seriously and should take every precaution to protect themselves and their families from mosquito bites,” said Leticia Berber,...
Fresno County Firefighter Dies in Car Crash Near Merced
MERCED — The California Highway Patrol says a Cal Fire firefighter died in a car crash in Merced County. Hamilton's Car Overturned in a Remote Area California Highway Patrol Officer Eric Zuniga tells the Merced Sun Star that Capt. Stacy Hamilton was traveling alone early Saturday. His 2004 Subaru Outback...
Sheriff Closes Lower Kings River to Public in Fresno County
Citing the high flows of cold water released from Pine Flat Dam, Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims closed the lower Kings River early Tuesday afternoon. Fresno County joined Tulare County and Kings County which previously ended recreational use of the lower river until the high waters recede. Pine Flat Releasing...
Forget All You Think You Know About Fresno Mayor’s Race
You think the old-school Republican establishment, which long has ruled the roost in Fresno, got rocked by the 2018 city council results? Wait until you see what 2020 could bring. Fresno's changing demographics should be obvious to everyone: The city is neither a conservative nor a Republican stronghold. Registered Democrats...
Hurtado’s Bill Aims To Reduce Suicide in California
When Brandy Lidbeck was 10 years old, her mom killed herself. "It was incredibly devastating," said Lidbeck, the program coordinator for Survivors of Suicide Loss. For years, Lidbeck felt alone, ashamed and embarrassed. She constantly wondered if she bore any responsibility. "You are always questioning what if I did this or what if...
Face-Off for Fresno Supervisor: Brandau, Hosey, Johnson
The election for a vacant Fresno County supervisorial seat is less than six weeks away. And, the three candidates vying to represent north and central Fresno and parts of Clovis are getting ready. Fresno City Councilman Steve Brandau may have some built-in advantages. He has name recognition as an elected...
A New Way to Vote? Fresno County Explores Options.
Election officials will consider whether Fresno County should update the way it conducts elections. Fresno County Clerk Brandi Orth will hold five public meetings this week presenting various options. She will also explain the options to the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday (Feb. 12). Expanding Pilot Program Five counties, including...
Want to Understand Fresno Poverty? Watch This Video.
If you want to understand poverty in Fresno County and how to grow prosperity, watch the video above before reading another word. Narrated by actor Morgan Freeman, the video succinctly explains the challenges facing poor children and the teachers entrusted with giving them the education to become successful adults. Behind...
Face-Off for Fresno Supervisor: Brandau, Hosey, Johnson
The election for a vacant Fresno County supervisorial seat is less than six weeks away. And, the three candidates vying to represent north and central Fresno and parts of Clovis are getting ready. Fresno City Councilman Steve Brandau may have some built-in advantages. He has name recognition as an elected...