Good morning, Fresno.

Self-Help Enterprise held a celebration in Fresno for 22 families who finished building their affordable homes on East Annandale Ave—using sweat equity.

Tri Counties Bank worked with the Mutual Self-Help Housing program to keep costs low and ensure long-term stability.

The non profit Shoes that Fit delivered 575 pairs of new shoes to Lane Elementary students on April 24—another 135 pairs reached five other Fresno schools with help from local couple Lou and Dena McMurrary.

Fresno police arrested three suspects after an armed home invasion at Maplewood Condominiums near Fresno State on January 26 — the suspects, including one in body armor who reached for a rifle during a chase, broke in, stole a safe, and fled in an SUV — and one suspect suffered a gunshot wound while officers recovered an AR-15–style rifle.

Fresno police said 52-year-old Bryan Blackman admitted to fatally stabbing his 25-year-old son outside the apartment door at the El Cazador Apartments on Wednesday—his son later died at the hospital.

Fresno County investigators arrested Robert Castillo (61) for the 2004 murder of Barbara Lee (43) near California and Polk Avenues after DNA evidence linked him to the crime, and he now faces charges of murder, two counts of rape and one count of sexual assault with bail set at $2.1 million.

Fresno police released video showing that on January 26, officers shot a suspect during a home invasion at an apartment complex on North Backer Avenue near Fresno State—three men in masks and vests were chased, one was injured and recovered, and all three were arrested.

Fresno Unified’s first female and Hmong superintendent Misty Her set four goals to boost reading, career and college readiness, and life skills to guide budget cuts and staff changes.

She said her plan will get action in the next 100 days after the board named her superintendent by a 6 to 1 vote on April 23 — marking a shift toward results-based change.

Fresno City Council delayed a vote on a plan to revert 60 acres on Elm Avenue from mixed-use back to industrial zoning until May 22 after a developer's request.

Some residents fear the change will undo a hard-won community plan for better health and safety+ experts say the current rules do not block financing options.

Fresno is planning road work near Fresno Yosemite International Airport next week that will repave intersections at Chestnut and McKinley and at Peach and McKinley.

Monday and Tuesday, Chestnut operates with one lane each direction and McKinley closes with detours via Peach and Cedar—while Wednesday and Thursday, Peach uses one lane and McKinley closes with detours at Chestnut and Clovis.

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.

Mountain West Track & Field Championships

Wednesday to Saturday — Buchanan High School — Check local listings for ticket prices — Witness top collegiate athletes compete in thrilling outdoor track and field events.

The Iron Maidens Tribute Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Fulton 55 — $41 including fees — Experience the theatrical tribute to Iron Maiden by an acclaimed all-female band.