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Fresno
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KMJ relaunched Valley Legends, the Legacies Continue yesterday at 8:30 a.m. and 5:55 p.m. on its News Talk 580 & 105.9 FM with three new weekly stories that showcase local history from the Fresno Historical Society and honor community voices. KMJ Now
- ➤ Rising costs have Fresno neighbors seeking meals at City Center’s food ministry, which serves hundreds of hot meals nightly and plans to distribute over 1 million meals this year. The center honors Cecilia de Ruiz Miller and enlists thousands of volunteers & local food drives to assist those in need. ABC30
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 13-year-old boy died and two others were seriously injured in e-bike-related crashes (one near Bullard and Palm on Friday in northwest Fresno and one on Sunday near West and Shields in central Fresno), with police urging increased safety and parental supervision. ABC30
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ San Joaquin Valley Town Hall announced its 90th season with diverse talks, starting with Colin Quinn’s Twilight Talk on Sept. 16 at the Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall plus Daytime Talks at Saroyan Theater beginning at 10:30 a.m., featuring live streaming and sign language interpreters. KMJ Now
- ➤ ABC30 is celebrating its 70th anniversary with a half hour special that airs Sunday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m. on ABC30. The program reviews key moments, people, and stories that shaped its legacy in Central California (including its Action News rise). ABC30
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fresno gas stations saw prices rise by 25 cents to an average $5.94 per gallon this week, with the lowest at $5.39 and highest at $7.15 (GasBuddy). The California Energy Commission said refiners have about four to six weeks of fuel supply while securing new import routes. KMPH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Unified is offering free summer camps to students in grades TK-12 with over 100 options in arts, sports, and STEM; registration starts today while sessions run July 13-17, July 20-24 & July 27-31 at district schools, Fresno Discovery Center & Fresno State. GV Wire
- ➤ Over the past decade, Fresno Unified lost nearly 4,000 students, with south Fresno schools like Mayfair and Storey dropping enrollment by up to 50% & officials warning that future school closures are possible as budget deficits grow. Fresnoland
- ➤ At the Clovis Veterans Memorial on Sunday, the League of Mexican American Women honored 31 students by awarding scholarships during a banquet that celebrated academic achievement and family support. ABC30
- ➤ Trustee Susan Wittrup presented a 10-point literacy checklist to evaluate school superintendent candidates based on evidence-based reading instruction and accountability. The related forum was held Monday, May 4 and live-streamed on GV Wire’s Facebook page (with several former and current district leaders participating). GV Wire
- ➤ Students at Clovis Community College are building a new robot for an international underwater robotics competition scheduled for June in Newfoundland (Canada). They are also raising funds and practicing skills to compete with teams from universities around the world. ABC30
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Casino 101: Learn to Play Casino Games
7-9 p.m. — Club One Casino — $25 per person — Learn casino games like poker and blackjack in a fun, interactive environment.
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Candlelight Tribute to Adele
6:15-7:14 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Adele illuminated by candlelight in a stunning venue.
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Turnpike Troubadours Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful and high-energy live performance of acclaimed Red Dirt band Turnpike Troubadours.
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UNLV Rebels vs. Fresno State Bulldogs Baseball
1:05-4:05 p.m. — Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium — Cost varies — Experience college baseball rivalry action as UNLV takes on Fresno State.
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Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
6:15-7:15 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Joe Hisaishi in a unique candlelit setting.
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Class of 2006 20 Year High School Reunion
5-10 p.m. — Simonian Farms — Ticket required — Celebrate two decades since graduation with dinner, a DJ, and fun activities.
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Fresno Urban Run
Course: Road — Expected participants: 500-1000 — Fresno, California — Challenge yourself with a unique run that starts at Chukchansi Park and includes stadium climbs.
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VCTMS Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Admission includes a complimentary bottled water — Experience the chaotic and groovy alternative metal sounds from Illinois's own VCTMS.
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Deceits Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets from $72 — Experience the unforgettable live show of Deceits in Fresno.
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2026 CAL USA Kids Freestyle State Championship
May 29-31 — Selland Arena, Fresno, CA — Entry details not specified — A competitive event highlighting the talents of young freestyle wrestlers in California.
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