Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
Good morning, Fresno.
After nearly 70 years at Roeding Park, the steam engine will be moved to the Kingsburg Depot+ it will soon be used in educational programs and for public viewing.
Friends of Kingsburg Depot laid 300 feet of track earlier this year+ they prepared for the train’s arrival.
A Fresno man, 28-year-old Jagat Singh, was charged with two counts of murder and nine other felony counts after his DUI crash on May 2 killed 18-year-old Maddux Greene and 19-year-old Jordan Galvez while injuring a juvenile when he ran a red light and fled on foot—he is set to be arraigned today at Fresno County Superior Court.
Clovis Police seized a white Tesla Model 3 in Fresno Tuesday after linking it to 18-year-old Caleb Quick’s murder outside a McDonald’s on April 23 and increased the tip reward to $40,000 as no suspect is in custody — authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Search and Rescue crews have intensified the hunt for Tiffany Slatono, a 27-year-old from Georgia who went missing near Shaver Lake on April 24.
She had been camping alone near Huntington Lake with a green and gray tent and an electric bicycle, and her family said they last heard from her on April 20—Fresno County Sheriff’s Office is searching hundreds of miles of forest roads.
Fresno City Council approved the Smoke Shop Ordinance on April 24, and the new rules will take effect on June 5 to require smoke shops to obtain a Conditional Use Permit, limit their numbers, and enforce restrictions on location and sales.
Mayor Jerry Dyer supported the decision — officials said if more stores apply than available permits, a lottery will determine which qualify — aiming to close illegal shops that threaten public health and safety.
A shortage of geriatric doctors is straining care for seniors in Fresno and the Central Valley as the region has fewer than 7 specialists per 100,000 elderly (compared to nearly 18 statewide) and experts warn that the gap will grow (especially in rural areas) as the senior population increases.
At an April meeting, Fresno City Council approved a $5 million loan plus a ground lease lasting 55 years to develop 54 mixed income homes for farmworkers in southeast Fresno.
The Cesar Chavez Apartments, set for completion by mid-2027, will reserve 40 percent of units as affordable housing with capped rents and help address the county’s shortage of over 35,000 affordable homes.
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.
Let's Go Bowling with 1335 and DJ Dion Garcia
7:30 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of legendary ska with Let's Go Bowling and dance to DJ Dion Garcia's beats.
Mother's Day Brunch at Engelmann Cellars
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Engelmann Cellars — Ticket includes brunch buffet and a complimentary mimosa — Enjoy a delightful Mother's Day brunch with live music and local vendors.
Tina Turner Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Saroyan Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying journey of the Queen of Rock n’ Roll.
Arts and Crafts Monthly Gathering
6-8 p.m. — Fresno Spectrum Center — Free entry — Get creative with family-friendly craft projects in a welcoming space for all.
Luis Coronel's ETERNO ENAMORADO 2025 Tour
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — The Fulton — $35 General Admission, $75 Meet & Greet, $150 VIP — Experience a romantic night filled with music from Regional Mexican star Luis Coronel.
2nd Fresno Dance Fiesta
12:00 PM — Pete & Carmen's Salsa Dance Academy — Tickets available — Experience 3 days of Afro-Latin dance workshops and social dancing in Fresno.
"Unidos por el Bienestar: A Spanish-Language Wellness Experience"
Join us on Saturday, May 17 at Manchester Center for our Mental Health Conference & Health Fair—a free, family-friendly event focused on wellness, resources, and connection. The entire event will be conducted in Spanish, with health screenings, workshops, raffles, food, and kids’ activities!
Dinner at Cafe Rio
6:30-8 p.m. — Cafe Rio Fresh Modern Mexican — No reservations — Enjoy casual dining at a cafeteria-style restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere.
Start, Grow, and Stay Conference
12:30-6 p.m. — University Business Center — Free entry — Discover resources and network with entrepreneurs at a pitch competition and innovation showcase.
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