Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
Good morning, Fresno.
Fresno Police Department investigated a stabbing that killed a man in his 20s near Cedar and Alamos after a call just before 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday – he was taken to Community Regional Medical Center – and anyone with information is urged to contact the police.
Fresno County detectives arrested five men for a two-week summer robbery spree that started on August 4 at a taco stand+the suspects faced multiple felony charges including robbery and illegal firearm possession+authorities collaborated across agencies on the investigation.
Senior Israel Garduno and other ag students were honored at the USDA Agricultural Service Marketing Innovation Summit on March 18 at Fresno State—where nine groups presented proposals to improve the USDA website and commodity grading systems using artificial intelligence and modern technology. The event gave the students practical skills and career insights in agricultural finance and appraisal.
Fresno Unified School District named Misty Her as the finalist for its new superintendent in a board meeting Wednesday evening.
The board will soon negotiate and vote on her contract after she led the district as interim superintendent since last May.
Fresno Yosemite International Airport is set to open its new $150 million terminal in November, and officials previewed an expanded screening area and 15 new art projects—including a large community mural—yesterday.
The upgrade will triple passenger processing capacity and may help add direct flights to beach destinations such as Cabo San Lucas.
Fresno County Supervisors plan next year's Measure C renewal effort to focus on repairing roads so that the measure wins enough votes.
They warned that without renewal the long-standing transportation tax—first passed in 1985 and renewed in 2006—will end in 2026.
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the return of the Sun Bucks program to help ensure students do not go hungry during summer break.
More than 4 million kids will soon receive an EBT card with $120 (cards will be mailed by last name from June through July and funds must be used within 122 days) while others can apply through their school meal offices.
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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