Good morning, Fresno.

Local heroes were honored Wednesday morning at Cross City Church by law enforcement agencies from across the Central Valley in an annual awards event that recognized acts of courage, service, and community impact.

The ceremony acknowledged leaders like Advanced Peace Fresno's Rod Wade and Reedley photographer Danny Jimenez.

Fresno firefighters from Engine 6 rescued several pets locked in a vehicle on Wednesday afternoon — officials reminded residents about the risks of leaving animals in hot cars.

Fresno has been chosen to host the inaugural Great Valley Gathering, a free three-day festival that will showcase traditional music, dance, crafts, food, and storytelling.

The event runs from Oct. 2-4 at Courthouse Park, starting Friday at 4 p.m.

"Weird Al" Yankovic returns this Saturday to the Save Mart Center with his BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 Tour, featuring iconic parodies and unreleased hits alongside special guest Puddles Pity Party.

Tickets start at $44.50 at the box office.

Bob Singer, a 98-year-old animator living in Clovis, helped bring characters like Scooby-Doo and The Flintstones to life at Hanna-Barbera and trained new artists.

He reflects on a career spanning six decades that continues to inspire fans.

Fresno-based columnist Anthony W.

Haddad launches his new 'Local Side Quests' column and invites residents to share recommendations for overlooked spots around Fresno County. He is asking locals to suggest hidden gems many pass by every day.

The Fresno Chaffee Zoo reptile house reopened yesterday after renovations and visitors can enjoy viewing snakes, lizards & other critters daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will headline its 30th Anniversary winter tour concert at Save Mart Center on Thursday, Dec.

3 (tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m.) and a portion of proceeds will benefit Central Valley Honor Flight.

Reedley College canceled flight operations Tuesday as they honored certified flight instructor Danna Eady (the program's only female instructor), who died with her family in a plane crash.

Officials urge students to continue pursuing aviation goals.

Fresno State students can use their IDs to get savings on local eateries, tech stores, and rides on campus shuttles + deals from national brands like Apple and Nike, making their card a helpful tool for everyday expenses.

Former Fresno Police Chief Ed Winchester, who led the department from 1993 to 2001, died on Wednesday, Sept.

9; flags will be flown at half-staff at City Hall and the police department for one week to honor his service.