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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 21-year-old Fresno resident, Khushmeet Mahal, died in a fiery crash on May 9 when her speeding BMW launched and landed in a city work yard at the intersection of Friant and Shepherd in northeast Fresno—police have not said if drugs or alcohol were factors. KMJ Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Clovis police and Alcoholic Beverage Control agents cited three individuals for furnishing alcohol to a minor during a shoulder tap operation on Tuesday — one driver was arrested for DUI — and the citations carry a minimum $1,000 fine and 24 hours of community service. GV Wire
- ➤ Substitute teacher Carlos Gonzalez, a 43-year-old for Fresno Unified, was arrested after police identified a second child victim of his online contact for sexual purposes (he faces charges including sending harmful material to a minor and attempting to meet a child for sexual activity). Your Central Valley
- ➤ A man was taken into custody after he kidnapped a pregnant woman and hit two people with his car in central Fresno on May 14, and he was later found hiding in a detached garage while facing charges including kidnapping, felony domestic violence, felony evading arrest — and felony hit-and-run. ABC30
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer unveiled his $2.36 billion budget on May 14th to close a $50 million gap by cutting spending—setting a 6.18% vacancy rate for departments and reducing trolley rides while adding four new police officers through FAX funds. The plan also calls for leasing older vehicles and a police helicopter, starting new projects like a 911 communication center and fire station, with the city council set to review the budget beginning June 2. GV Wire
- ➤ CalFire's new C-130 air tanker T-122 has boosted wildfire response in Fresno by being deployed to seven fires since its arrival nine days ago. The plane carries 4,000 gallons of retardant, loads in eight minutes, and reaches fires faster than older models — proving its value for local firefighting efforts. KMPH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Community Health System and affiliated Physician Network Advantage Inc. agreed yesterday to pay $31.5M to settle alleged kickback violations for offering perks to Fresno doctors following a DOJ investigation. The settlement includes a five-year oversight plan, will require PNA to end operations on Aug. 31, and awards $5M to whistleblower Michael Turpening — all to improve compliance measures. The Business Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City leaders and Valley Teen Ranch teamed up to launch the $27 million Welcome Home project on Sierra and Polk Avenues to bring nearly 100 modular apartments for homeless youth by May 27th. The project uses a fast assembly-line method that costs about $280,000 per unit and may lead to more affordable, nontraditional homes in Fresno — a change from past building methods. Fresnoland
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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.
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"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!
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"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!
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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.
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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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Alec Cortez Live in Fresno
7 PM - 12 AM — Procreations Brewing Company — Limited tickets available — Experience a special show with rising Bay Area star Alec Cortez along with exciting local support acts.
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Youth Orchestras of Fresno Gala Concert
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Saroyan Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 75 years of musical excellence with a spectacular gala concert.
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Friday Night Fever: Decades Dance Night
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — Fulton 55 — Tickets available — Groove through the decades with iconic hits and a lively atmosphere.
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Bulldog Back 9 Golf Experience
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Valley Children's Stadium — Supporting student-athletes — Experience an unforgettable nine-hole golf adventure inside the stadium.
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Virtual Tour of Serenity Living
9 AM - 7 PM — Serenity Living — Free entry — Explore a top-rated senior community offering exceptional care and vibrant activities for seniors.
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Hardy Concert
6:30 PM — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch Hardy live for an unforgettable night of music.
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