Daily
Fresno
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans on the 34th Central Valley Honor Flight visited the Vietnam War Memorial Wall on Memorial Day to honor fallen comrades from Vietnam, including former Navy SEAL Ric Morales. They reflected on personal losses and sought healing by remembering the sacrifices of friends and family. ABC30
- ➤ Ampersand Ice Cream celebrated its 11th anniversary with a block party Sunday afternoon in Echo and Weldon, drawing local crowds for scoops and treats (vendor booths and live music) and marking a cherished neighborhood tradition. Owner Jeff Bennett reflected on the shop’s growth over the past decade. ABC30
- ➤ On May 8, Fresno County Sheriff's Office, CHP-Fresno, and Starbucks raised $23,234 for the Northern California chapter of Special Olympics through the Badges for Buckets fundraiser (a community member donated $5,000 at a drive-thru) to support local athletes. GV Wire
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Fresno firefighter Chuck Tobias led the hazmat response after a methyl methacrylate tank overheated at a Garden Grove aerospace facility on Thursday, and officials said the explosion threat was gone while evacuation orders remained as crews worked to safely remove the chemical. KMPH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Central California Blood Center is calling on local donors to give blood as summer nears when hospitals will need extra supplies. Donations help treat trauma, surgery, and cancer patients, and one donation can save up to three lives. ABC30
- ➤ Students coping with ulcerative colitis at Fresno State learn to adjust daily routines (like knowing the nearest exit) to manage flare-ups and fatigue while balancing classes and work. Their experiences reveal hidden challenges that affect both academic focus and social life. The Collegian
- ➤ Dr. Mohita Sharma explained that maintaining good oral health through routine dental checkups can detect early signs of serious conditions and support overall body health; she advises scheduling regular screenings to keep health on track. ABC30
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On Memorial Day, families visited Millerton Lake where crowded water conditions prompted reminders to use life jackets and respect no-wake zones after a fatal drowning occurred earlier this season. ABC30
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ According to Apartment List, Fresno homeowners pay $3,071 monthly while renters pay $1,796 — a 71% gap that reflects rising homeownership costs since 2010 as seen in a survey of the top 100 U.S. cities. ABC30
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Fresno State men’s basketball player Brandon Bakke released his book Lessons from the Bench today, sharing insights from his time on the bench + how he found purpose off the court. KVPR
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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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Pictures and Pines Concert
2:30–4:30 p.m. — Paul Shaghoian Memorial Concert Hall — Ticketed event — Experience Mussorgsky’s iconic 'Pictures at an Exhibition' paired with Respighi’s enchanting 'Pines of Rome' performed by Fresno’s talented youth orchestras.
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Fresno Teachers Association Awards Gala
5:30-8 p.m. — Satellite Student Union — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Celebrate educators and the conclusion of the school year with an awards gala.
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THE RAID: REDEMPTION Film Screening
7:00 PM — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience high-octane martial arts action with a cult classic film screening.
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Wayne Hancock Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience Wayne Hancock’s captivating blend of honky-tonk swing and storytelling in an intimate setting.
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Fresno Unified School District Graduations
Doors open 12 p.m. — Save Mart Center, 2650 E Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA — $10 for autos, $20 for limos, $40 for RVs — Celebrate the achievements of graduates from Farber and Bullard High Schools.
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Edison High School Graduation Ceremony
4-8 p.m. — Save Mart Center — $10 for autos, $20 for limos, $40 for RVs — Celebrate the achievements of the graduating class with a highlight ceremony.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
~ Anais Nin
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