Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Fresno.
Tuesday evening, Fresno firefighters rescued a 2-year-old from a running car outside Herndon Avenue KinderCare as the engine ran with the air conditioning on in 103-degree heat—officials warn that leaving children in vehicles can quickly lead to heatstroke.
Today, the vacant Joann Fabrics and Crafts store in north Fresno, empty since May and fenced off, will be demolished once permits are approved to make way for a new business site; several potential tenants have already expressed interest (35,000 square-foot property).
Madera County detectives confirmed that 21-year-old Audrikk Matevosian murdered 75-year-old real estate professional Robert Boyajian on Saturday—after premeditating the act by purchasing a body bag and renting a vehicle—and later buried him in a cave in the Mojave Desert; Matevosian is set to appear in court today.
A body was discovered in a canal near Virginia R.
Boris Elementary School on Thursday morning when a community member fishing near Temperance spotted the partially submerged remains; Fresno Police Department—assisted by the sheriff’s office—is investigating the case.
A 21-year-old Clovis IT worker admitted to murdering realtor Bob Boyajian, a trusted Fresno native, on July 12 and is held on nine charges—he is set to be arraigned today at 1:30 p.m.
Consolidated Irrigation District in southern Fresno County is proposing to raise land assessment fees from $55 to up to $126 per acre to fund projects that capture extra Kings River flood water and repair aging canals.
A public hearing is set for Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 10:00 a.m.—at the Kearney Ag Station in Parlier where growers will cast their ballots in a Proposition 218 election.
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.
Marcos Witt - Legado Tour 2025
7 PM - 9:30 PM — Cornerstone Church — Tickets available — Celebrate four decades of Christian music with Marcos Witt's powerful performance.
Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake Summer Worship Nights Tour
7-9 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting worship music with Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake along with special guest Josiah Queen.
Speed Dating Night
7-9 p.m. — Vibez Lounge — Early bird tickets available — Meet cool singles in a fun, structured speed dating environment and spark new connections.
RED LEATHER Put it All on Red Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets starting at $26.18 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Red Leather on their tour stop in Fresno.
Second Annual CVP Elite Girls Basketball Camp
1 AM – 2 PM — Clovis West High School — Cost info not provided — A prestigious camp empowering young female basketball players in Fresno.
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