Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Fresno.
Mell's Mutts rescued Smog, an 8-pound dog found near a smog station at Blackstone and Gettysburg after a friend noticed his dangerously tight collar.
The pup is now neutered, vaccinated, and ready to be adopted by a family that will keep him safely indoors.
Fresno and Madera counties recorded a 9.2% rise in homelessness based on the 2025 point in time count (4,905 individuals were recorded on the night of the survey).
Officials said the new survey method used on Monday may not yet reflect current conditions.
A toddler nearly drowned Saturday at Millerton Lake when a family rescued the child—who was not wearing a life jacket—and he was airlifted to a hospital, prompting local officials to stress water safety.
The Better Business Bureau warns Fresno travelers to check website URLs and read the fine print before booking travel arrangements to avoid vacation rental cons and fake customer service calls.
The bureau advises using reviews and reservation emails for verification today.
A GasBuddy survey shows Fresno gas prices fell 18.8 cents over the past week, lowering the average to $5.71 per gallon.
Experts credit lower oil costs and improved refinery runs for the drop (though global supply concerns could shift prices later).
Students at Parlier High School are launching real businesses using a Valley ROP grant that pairs welding and plant science projects to build food carts for their district.
The 19 student-led enterprises will be showcased later this fall as part of the program’s 55th anniversary celebration.
State Center Community College District is investigating an alleged brawl between athletic directors Derrick Johnson and Jesse White that occurred on a South Lake Tahoe beach on June 3 while they were on school business during the CCAA conference.
Fresno Unified schools are offering personal finance courses ahead of California’s new graduation requirement, led by teacher Jeff Allen (who developed the statewide curriculum).
The class for the class of 2031 teaches essential skills like banking and credit management.
CMAD + FCDPH reported West Nile Virus was found in two types of mosquitoes collected in Fresno County, marking the first detection this year.
Residents are urged to remove standing water as surveillance and public outreach increase with EPA registered insecticides.
Saint Agnes Medical Center announced that it will expand its robotic surgery program using advanced tech to allow smaller incisions and faster recovery.
The hospital also plans to recruit more specialists to serve patients in the Valley who previously had to travel far for care.
Friant has seen rapid growth near the dam as a RentCafe study shows a 270% population increase and a doubling of housing units from 2014 to 2024, drawing new residents seeking larger lots and an outdoor lifestyle.
KSEE24, CBS47, and KSEE24 CBS47+ have struck a deal to stream all 56 regular-season Fresno Falcons games starting with the 2026-27 season — the agreement also includes a weekly coaches show.
The team returns after nearly two decades to make hockey accessible across the Central Valley.
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.
Durango Fest
8:00 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Experience a family-friendly celebration of music and culture at Durango Fest.
Pepe Aguilar Concert
8:00-11:00 PM — Save Mart Center — Cost Info Available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Pepe Aguilar live in concert as part of his En Concierto USA 2026 tour.
Free FOOSA Concerts at Fresno State
7:30 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Free entry — Enjoy a series of concerts featuring talented youth musicians from around the world at Fresno's FOOSA Festival.
Extreme Heat Adaptation Training for Contractors
12-3 p.m. — Water, Energy and Technology (WET) Center — Free entry — Gain insights on building climate-resilient homes and adapting to extreme heat impacts in California.
Father's Day Run/Walk
Celebrate Dads — 10k or 2-mile run — Fresno, California — Entry fee applies — Honor your Dad with a fun run on Father's Day.
Just The Tips Comedy Show
7-9:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Fresno — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of laughs with headliner Chris Cruz and open mic talent at this vibrant comedy show.
Computer Kill live with DustBowlChampion
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of thrilling tunes at this vibrant Fresno venue.
Cowboy Bebop 25th Anniversary Film Screening
8-10 p.m. — Historic Crest Theatre — Cost info not specified — Celebrate 25 years of Cowboy Bebop with an epic in-person film screening and space cowboy vibes.
FOOSA Chamber and Symphony Final Concert
7-9 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Free admission — Enjoy a heartfelt performance by young musicians in the FOOSA Chamber Orchestra and Symphony.
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