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Fresno
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The San Joaquin Valley Town Hall Series begins its 90th season in the Central Valley. It will host Twilight Talks at 7 p.m. and Daytime Talks at 10:30 a.m. at venues, with speakers including Colin Quinn on Sept. 16, Norah O'Donnell on Oct. 14, and Kobie Boykins on Nov. 18. ABC30
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Porchfest brings live music and treats from food trucks and restaurants to the Tower District today as local artists perform on porches and streets fill with community fans. The event highlights Fresno’s vibrant local music and art scene. The Collegian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clovis Unified is facing an interpreter shortage after 16 ASL experts left over the past two years due to low pay, leaving deaf and hard of hearing students with reduced support as record enrollment grows to 43,254 pupils. The district is recruiting replacements and may adjust wages (pending review by the service center). GV Wire
- ➤ Sanger West High School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday to open a 38,000 sqft student commons where students can eat, study and gather. The new facility also features a modern library with huddle rooms and a video board and was funded by voter-approved Measure C + Measure M bonds. ABC30
- ➤ Local college students and aspiring educators gain hands-on teaching experience serving K-12 students through the California Teaching Fellows Foundation program. The foundation will host its annual gala on Friday, Sept. 25 at Fort Washington Country Club in northeast Fresno to support its teacher pipeline. ABC30
- ➤ UCSF Fresno's Clinical Skills and Simulation Center received four new point-of-care ultrasound machines donated by the Isnardi Foundation to boost hands-on training. Faculty say the machines—featuring advanced AI tools—will enable more frequent workshops and support growing student numbers, with training for the first ultrasound fellow starting in July. ABC30
- ➤ Fresno State will soon graduate its first class from the Asian American studies program that explores local Asian history — a milestone celebrated by students and faculty. The program highlights the Valley's rich Asian diaspora and expands academic diversity. KVPR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer lost his father on March 17 + his mother on May 5 when she passed in her sleep after battling health issues. He remembered them in heartfelt social media posts. KMPH
- ➤ CalMatters will host a nonpartisan VotingMatters event on Thursday at 3 p.m. at Fresno City College’s Old Administration Building (Room 188) where attendees can learn about the 2026 primary elections and get voter registration guidance. The Collegian
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lifestyle expert Meagan B. Murphy urged parents to set healthy limits on teenagers’ use of artificial intelligence amid its growing popularity. Published Tuesday, May 5, her advice offered clear strategies for managing screen time and ensuring safe tech use. ABC30
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresno State junior high jumper Liz Tarczy is aiming for her third straight Mountain West outdoor title today after quickly rising as one of the top jumpers in the conference with just seven years of high jumping experience. ABC30
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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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Odd Mob Concert
6-10:30 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — From $130 — Experience an electrifying live performance by Odd Mob in Fresno's vibrant music scene.
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