Good morning, Fresno.

On June 6, Fresno hosted the Tarkanian Classic when the Armenian National Basketball Team played Costa Rica—uniting generations and honoring Coach Tarkanian.

The team won 86 to 62 at Fresno City College—drawing hundreds of families and pushing to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

A fiery DUI crash early Sunday caused a brush fire in Madera County—CAL FIRE quickly extinguished the blaze while CHP reported the driver, whose alcohol involvement was noted, was taken to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno.

A woman from Lindsay won a $3,136,503.62 jackpot on her first visit to Eagle Mountain Casino by betting $3 on a Mega Bucks slot machine — the largest jackpot in Central Valley casinos in 2025 — and she said the win will let her pay off debt and start a new life.

Authorities are searching for Melissa Helen Alexander— a white female, 6 ft tall and 150 lbs with blond hair and blue eyes— who was named Most Wanted on June 23 for allegedly assaulting with a deadly weapon and anyone with information should call Crime Stoppers at 498-STOP.

A Clovis man was sentenced to 8 years for selling fentanyl that caused a Fresno overdose death; 21‐year‐old Lakota Tehya Wakley sold the drug between November and December 2024, causing a 24‐year‐old man's death and prompting an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations — Drug Enforcement Administration — Fresno Police Department.

Police responded to calls just before 1 a.m. Monday, June 23 at a Jack in the Box on Olive Avenue near Highway 99 where they found a man with multiple stab wounds who was taken to a hospital—officials said a possible suspect was detained as the investigation continues.

A 16-year-old girl accused as the getaway driver in the murder of Caleb Quick appeared in court Monday—her attorney waived the request for a prima facie hearing and the judge ordered that she remain in custody pending a probation report for a transfer hearing.

A major clean energy project planned for Fresno County will repurpose up to 130,000 acres of drainage-impaired farmland for solar panels, energy storage and high-voltage transmission lines.

Golden State Clean Energy—working with Westlands Water District—expects the first phase to be operational by 2030, creating roughly 7,200 jobs and lowering electricity costs.

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.

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.

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.

Union Member Appreciation Day

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Fresno Chaffee Zoo — Ticket required — Enjoy a day at the zoo with a private BBQ lunch and access to the new Valley Farm Exhibit.

Christmas In July 5k

7-11 a.m. — Christmas Tree Lane — Registration required — Enjoy a festive run down the beautifully shaded Christmas Tree Lane in July.

Fresno Car Auction Event

11:30 p.m. — 1805 N Lafayette Ave, Fresno, CA — Free registration — Discover over 300,000 repairable and salvage cars at this public auction.