Residents and visitors in Shaver Lake have been ordered to evacuate as the rapidly-spreading Creek Fire grew to 45,500 acres overnight. "The entire community of Shaver Lake is now under an Evacuation ORDER due to the Creek Fire," a Sunday morning release from the Fresno County Sheriff's Office said. "All...
Family Says Race Led to Lake Altercation with Fresno Deputies. What Does Video Show?
A family says they were targeted because of their race during a July 4 confrontation with Fresno County sheriff's deputies at a popular local lake. The department says the family group escalated a situation that could have been settled calmly. A video posted on social media the day after, but garnering...
Shaver Lake Reopens for Recreation Saturday
Southern California Edison says that Shaver Lake will reopen for recreation on Saturday. Assemblymember Jim Patterson says the marina's boat slips, bait store, horseback riding, and restrooms will all be open. The main parking lot and boat launch will open as well. In an email, Patterson said, "Look forward to seeing...
Fresno CHP's Message to Mountain Drivers: Chains Required!
The Fresno office of the California Highway Patrol used social media Wednesday morning to warn about the dangers of driving in snowy conditions in the foothills and mountains. The CHP's main message in the midst of the Valley's first winter weather event: "Yes really! Chains ARE required." The CHP also...
Prather Resident Named Cal Fire's Second-in-Command
Prather resident Craig Tolmie is the new chief deputy director for Cal Fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tolmie's appointment last Friday. Tolmie, 50, has been the assistant region chief at the California Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention, Southern Region since 2015. Listen to this article: Fire Protection, Forest Management...
Central Unified Administrator Dies in Shaver Lake Crash
A Central Unified administrator died in a motorcycle collision Tuesday night near Shaver Lake, the California Highway Patrol said. Kelly Porterfield served as the district’s assistant superintendent and chief business officer. He was the district's interim superintendent in 2018. Collision with Vehicle Attempting U-Turn According to CHP Sgt. Matt Zulim,...
Sun Soaks Valley Floor, But More Snow Headed to Sierra
Thursday brought a classic winter day to the Valley floor. Sunshine, temperatures in the mid-50s, little to no wind. But rain likely will return Friday and continue through Sunday. Up in the Sierra, it was a different story, as snow continued falling Thursday. Calling it a "winter wonderland" doesn't quite...
Snowstorm Buries Northern California. More Snow Ahead for Sierra.
Utility crews worked Monday to restore power to thousands of people after a winter storm swept through Northern California, toppling utility poles and trees and prompting the temporary closure of a major highway, Interstate 80. Strong winds and downed trees knocked out electricity for nearly 90,000 customers across the Sacramento...