Good morning, Fresno.

Fresno Police responded Tuesday night to a 15-round ShotSpotter alert near Valeria and Grant avenues when two shooters exchanged fire and a bystander was struck by return fire; officers arrested Jacob Castro (suspected of multiple firearm offenses) and he now faces charges (including assault with a firearm and possession violations).

A federal grand jury indicted 51-year-old Felipe Ruiz of Fresno and 52-year-old Jose Gabriel Aguirre of Clovis for conspiring to commit health fraud—Ruiz, a podiatrist at West Coast Podiatry Inc., allegedly bought skin grafts from Aguirre, who used his wife’s name and unlicensed status to bill Medicare and Medi-Cal for procedures performed between June 2021 and January 2024.

Fresno City College is set to name Fresno native Denise Whisenhunt as its new president if approved by board in May—she is slated to begin in July after a search that lasted more than nine months.

Fresno officials announced that the Smuggler’s Restaurant site will be redeveloped into a four-story, 114-unit affordable housing complex on Blackstone — 45 units will be for veterans.

The project will also include a bike lane, hydrogen cell buses and urban greening along sidewalks as part of the city’s ongoing effort to expand housing in the area.

Fresno County Economic Development Corporation held its 20th annual Real Estate Forecast on April 11 at the DoubleTree in Downtown Fresno.

Mayor Jerry Dyer spoke with PG&E CEO Patti Poppe in a chat where she said his comments were strong—leaders also discussed build-to-rent plans, a proposed vacancy tax and future affordable housing projects.

Fresno Pacific University baseball is putting the finishing touches on its new stadium that features a state-of-the-art locker room and clubhouse built in part with a $3 million donation from the Dan R.

Martin Family Foundation — new cameras and a trackman system are now helping the team boost its training and recruitment efforts.

Hector Agredano Jr Student Recital

2-3:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Online ticket sales only — Experience an afternoon of vocal performance from talented students at Fresno State.

Clovis East High School Class of 2010 15 Year Reunion

4-8 p.m. — The 411 Rec Room — Light snacks provided — Reconnect with old classmates and enjoy a night filled with nostalgia and live music.

Drew Petersen Piano Concert

3 PM — Concert Hall — $5.00 - $40.00 — Experience the lyrical mastery of acclaimed pianist Drew Petersen with a captivating program of classical works.

Big Bands in Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening of lively performances from big band ensembles.

Jose F. Quinones Hernandez Student Recital (Cello)

7:30-9 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the melodic strains of cello at this student recital.

Fresno State Wind Orchestra & San Joaquin Delta College Symphonic Band Concert

7:30-10 p.m. — Concert Hall — $15.00 - $25.00 — Experience an evening of orchestral music featuring two talented ensembles.

BFA Portfolio Exhibition 2025

5-8 p.m. — Phebe Conley Art Gallery — Free entry — Discover the innovative designs and artworks of Fresno State’s graduating class in Graphic Design, Illustration, and Interactive Multimedia.

East Side Story Funkin' Oldies Car Show & Fiesta

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Fresno Fairgrounds North Entrance — Paid venue parking — Celebrate 46 years of Lowriding and Funk with live performances in Fresno.

Cars at the Pointe

8-10:45 a.m. — Campus Pointe at Fresno State — Free entry — Enjoy classic cars and coffee while mingling with fellow car enthusiasts.

Paratech University Training Event

8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Fresno Fire Department — Registration required — Enhance your heavy lifting and stabilization skills through hands-on learning with certified instructors.