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Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fresno State alumna Dr. Lizbeth De La Cruz Santana is leading a mural project that honors undocumented youth who grew up here. The project, which spans from New York to Fresno and features QR codes visitors can scan—an effort that unites local immigrant stories, is expected to be completed soon. KMPH
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on Trimmer Springs Road near Pine Flat Lake on Saturday at about 7:15 p.m. left one man dead and four others injured when Fresno driver Luis Estanga is suspected of losing control on a sweeping curve after driving at excessive speed and under the influence—he was airlifted to a hospital and later arrested for DUI and vehicular manslaughter charges. Your Central Valley
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Fresno truck driver was arrested on suspicion of felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence after a rollover crash on Trimmer Springs Road left a passenger dead and three others injured Saturday evening. GV Wire
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Big Fresno Fair has added four new acts to its 2025 Table Mountain Concert Series by booking country star Dustin Lynch on Oct. 3, reggae‐rock band Dirty Heads on Oct. 7, a double show with Skillet & Switchfoot on Oct. 9, and an R&B triple header featuring Mario, Lloyd & Nivea on Oct. 11. Fan club members will get exclusive pre-sale access from 10 a.m. until June 25 that offers discounted fair tickets when bought with concert tickets, and general sales begin June 26 as the fair runs from Oct. 1 to Oct. 12 and draws over 500,000 visitors annually. GV Wire
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ CAL FIRE is battling the fast-moving Oak Fire near Prather and has issued evacuation warnings for residents near Lockwood, Morgan Canyon, and Country Oak roads. The blaze burned 30 acres of grassland before 5:25 p.m. and air tankers and helicopters are assisting ground crews — residents are urged to check official evacuation maps for updates. ABC30
- ➤ Cal Fire fought a fire near Prather that ignited Sunday afternoon along Morgan Canyon Road and Country Oak Lane and threatened 10 structures. Air resources dropped retardant within 10 minutes and crews stopped the fire's spread—evacuation orders were lifted and the road closure was reopened. Your Central Valley
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Immigration attorneys said ICE agents in plain clothes took two undocumented immigrants into custody at an ISAP check-in at the GEO Group office (764 P St.) downtown on Sunday morning. They warned that abrupt weekend check-ins leave little time for legal support while community members protested the aggressive tactic. Fresnoland
- ➤ Sixty days after Fresno County approved a new law to punish stealing copper wire, local law enforcement said thefts dropped by 82 percent from about 10 to 15 per week to fewer than 10 per month. The Sheriff’s Office will soon meet with more than two dozen investigators from four nearby counties to discuss similar rules — a plan meant to protect local farms, businesses, and taxpayers. The San Joaquin Valley Sun
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Youth Brigade Live at Strummer's
7-10 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticketed event — Experience the high-energy rock sounds of Youth Brigade in a vibrant local venue.
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Slice of Comedy Featuring Aaron Schoonover
8-10 p.m. — DiCicco's Old Town Clovis — Full menu available — Enjoy a night of humor with the nationally touring comedian known for his high-energy and relatable comedy.
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