Good morning, Fresno.

On Monday, protesters in Downtown Fresno chanted in Spanish and English to demand protection for long-time residents against immigration raids while local leaders from across the valley voiced support—organizers said another protest will occur on Saturday near Fashion Fair.

This protest reflects the community’s call to uphold immigrant rights during heightened enforcement actions.

On Monday just after 10:30 p.m.—when three teens were on the Shaw and Marks bridge in Northwest Fresno trying to beat an approaching train—a teen fell and was struck, sustaining a non-life-threatening leg injury and is expected to recover.

Fresno County gave $2.7M from its American Rescue Plan grant to Community Health in August 2022 for a CT scanner and ICU beds—federal prosecutors later revealed the hospital submitted false claims as part of an alleged kickback scheme—raising concerns over proper use of taxpayer dollars.

On June 7, thousands gathered in the Tower District for the Pride Parade despite a 96° high — shuttles from Fresno City College and on-site water and cooling stations eased the heat.

Rainbow Pride president Bryan Esparza estimated about 22,000 people attended — including roughly 2,500 parade participants and 1,000 Fresno Unified students.

PG&E expanded its electric rate assistance program in Fresno County, now offering an 18% discount on electric rates for one and two-person households.

Nearly 150,000 households may qualify based on income and size—around 29,000 homes are estimated to benefit from the new guidelines.

Fresno County supervisors voted Tuesday to direct millions in state grant funds to an 88-unit affordable housing project in Sanger that will offer mental health support—22 of the units will be reserved for veterans.

The project, managed with RH Community Builders under the Homekey+ program and costing about $37.9 million, is set for development at Cherry and DeWitt avenues.

On this week's Fresnolandia Podcast, Laura Gromis—executive director of the U.S. Green Building Council of Central California and member of Fresno's Active Transportation Advisory Committee—talked about new plans to make streets safer for walkers and bikers using Fresno's Vision Zero plan. The podcast explained how upcoming changes to bike lanes and sidewalks will help and urged listeners to get involved.

On Tuesday, Fresno Fire conducted controlled burns at the city’s wastewater facility in West Fresno to train firefighters for a busy wildfire season (using real-time strategies) while Battalion Chief Brian Price emphasized the risks (as firefighters had just battled a vegetation fire near homes).

Some of the top MMA prospects will appear at Eagle Mountain Casino on Saturday, June 14 as Amateur Mixed Martial Arts League 559 Fights hosts its first pro/am fight night — former UFC champs Brandon Moreno and Alexa Grasso discussed the event.

The Big Fresno Card Show

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Big Fresno Fair Gate — Free entry for first 50 attendees — Explore over 100 vendor tables of sports cards, collectibles, and more with food trucks and prizes.

DAD GAMES 2025

1-5 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Fresno — Ticket price includes game card and buffet — Compete in a fun-filled arcade showdown with your family for exciting prizes.

Takumi Japanese Restaurant Viewing Party

6-8 p.m. — Takumi Japanese Restaurant — $35+ — Indulge in a multi-course meal featuring grilled teriyaki and yakitori in a warm dining atmosphere.

90's Pop Tour

8-11 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Tickets available — Relive the magic of the 90s with iconic pop performances and delightful surprises.

L.A. vation: U2 Tribute

7:30-11:00 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Cost info unavailable — Experience the U2 tribute band L.A.vation delivering hit after hit from U2’s greatest albums.

Succulent Social

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Kearney Mansion Museum — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy an enchanting evening of champagne and a succulent planting workshop.

Jorge Medina Concert

8-11 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the dynamic sounds of Medina and Cuen as they electrify the regional Mexican music scene.

Candlelight - A Tribute to Coldplay on Strings

8:45-9:45 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Ticket purchase required — Experience Coldplay's hits performed live on strings in a magical candlelit setting.

FOOSA Philharmonic - Rite of Spring

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Saroyan Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the lush melodies of Schoenberg’s Pelléas und Mélisande performed by the FOOSA Philharmonic.

Books & Bebidas: A Silent Book Club Meetup

5:30-8 p.m. — Dulce Upfront — BYOB — Enjoy a relaxing night of silent reading and drinks with fellow book lovers.