Good morning, Fresno.

A new guide details many Fourth of July events for the Fresno area, including fireworks, pet fests, runs and block parties scheduled today through early next week — offering key times, locations and ticket information for local celebrations.

Fresno Housing transformed a former 98-room motel in the Parkway Drive corridor into Manzanilla Commons, a new 63-unit deeply affordable housing community in west Fresno celebrated on June 16.

The $25 million project—supported by the Homekey program and local partners—offers studios to three-bedroom units with energy-efficient upgrades and community spaces.

Fresno law enforcement announced Friday that Operation Shock Collar charged 89 people for gang crimes including a 2017 homicide and arrests linked to the local Bulldog gang in Coalinga and Huron as over 550 officers from local, state and federal agencies worked together and officials warned other gang members may be next.

California is expected to see a $900M drop in tourism revenue, but Fresno County is countering this trend by emphasizing local drive markets and expanding its international air terminal, which will be fully completed this fall.

Vanessa Puopolo from Visit Fresno County said the county also benefits from steady domestic flights and a strong local food and sports scene.

Central Unified educators held a ribbon cutting on June 26 for Fresno’s first school named after a Sikh — Jaswant Singh Khalra Elementary School.

The school will open in August for more than 600 preschool to sixth-grade students and was attended by over 100 community members including Khalra’s family and local leaders.

Andres Navarro graduated from Farber Educational Center and got a job offer at Gap’s warehouse after learning hands-on skills in the Logistics and Warehouse Management Program.

He will work full-time and study welding at Fresno City while his teacher Jonathan Hinojosa holds monthly support meetings—ensuring graduates receive ongoing career guidance.

Family Health Care Network will host a free back-to-school health fair today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its clinic at 3425 N.

First Street, where families can get health screenings, walk-in exams + free school supplies for the first 1,000 students.

Fresno native Cedric Coward was drafted 11th overall by the Trailblazers — his rights were traded to the Memphis Grizzlies.

The Central grad, who averaged a double-double in college, said he is ready to live out his childhood dream in the NBA.

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.

Lil Kayla Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets from $31.83 — Enjoy an exciting night of live music with Lil Kayla.

Bowling 4 Babies

8-11 p.m. — Fresno State Bowling Alley — Fundraising event — Roll strikes and spares to support families and babies in need.

Sounds of Summer Concert

2-5 p.m. — Clovis Veterans Memorial District — Free entry — Celebrate summer with a patriotic concert featuring The Sounds of Freedom Military Concert Band.