Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
Good morning, Fresno.
On Sunday, a man died and another was taken to a hospital after deputies rescued them from the Kings River near Winton Park when neither wore a life jacket, and officials warned residents about dangerous currents from dam releases.
Fresno police reported that 44-year-old Jampier Quintero was shot and killed inside Los Viejones Barber Shop on Saturday while he was with his 5- and 11-year-old sons for haircuts before Easter; the suspect remains at large as authorities ask locals to provide any tips.
A Fresno woman who prepared false financial records for her husband’s orthodontics practice to evade over $870,000 in taxes was sentenced Monday to two years in prison and will forfeit more than $2.5 million from the sale of her mansion and her $90,000 BMW.
A Fresno woman, Alma Garza, was sentenced Monday to six years and eight months in federal prison for helping traffic fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine in a conspiracy that involved shipping drugs and transferring cash to Mexican suppliers — she was convicted after a four-day trial in September.
A new WalletHub report ranked Fresno 42nd among 100 large cities for starting a small business — the study rated the city 41 for its business environment, 71 for access to resources, and 56 for business costs.
The report compared key factors that affect startup success across the nation.
California invested over $50 million in Cap-and-Trade funds to build 114 affordable, energy-efficient homes at the Dakota project in Fresno, which broke ground on April 11.
The state also used the funds to permanently conserve 10,361 acres of working ranch lands in Mariposa and Merced counties & support cattle grazing while boosting conservation efforts & meeting growth goals.
Fresno City Council approved preliminary work on bike lane expansions along three corridors—including sections like First Street, Downtown Loop, and Olive Avenue—to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
City officials said the 30% engineered design phase will help secure funding for full construction as part of the Vision Zero plan.
Fresno State introduced Ryan McCarthy as the new head coach for its women’s basketball team on Monday afternoon.
McCarthy—who is a six-time Great Northwest Athletic Conference Coach of the Year Honoree—led Alaska Anchorage to a 309-67 record and will guide the team with a fast-paced, high-pressure defense.
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.
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