Good morning, Fresno.

Eight-year-old Savanah Velasquez from Kerman, who has been fighting brain cancer, held a lemonade stand at Fruta Fresca from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—she aimed to raise funds for childhood cancer research and help other kids battling the disease.

On July 17, Judge Jonathan Skiles ruled that approvals for a proposed Costco in northwest Fresno were invalid because the city did not complete a proper review of greenhouse gas impacts—Fresno City Council President Mike Karbassi said he is committed to keeping Costco in Fresno and will explore options like rezoning until a revised report is certified.

On Monday morning in Fresno, a man in his 50s was shot and had his car stolen along North Fulton Street, and he remains in critical condition at a local hospital — police later arrested a man seen driving the stolen vehicle and are investigating if he was the shooter.

Fresno police conducted a safety crackdown on Saturday from noon to 10 p.m.—citing over 140 individuals, including 90 drivers for traffic violations, arresting one driver for DUI and issuing 54 citations to pedestrians and bicyclists, with another enforcement event planned for September.

Two Fresno men accused of fatally shooting Sylvester Choi last fall appeared in court Monday — prosecutors presented video showing them fleeing near Abby Street and Garland Avenue after 35 shots were fired, and the pair deny involvement in a second fatal shooting a month later.

Audrik Matevosian, a 21-year-old who confessed to killing 75-year-old real estate agent Bob Boyajian last weekend, pleaded not guilty on Friday in Madera County court—he is scheduled for additional hearings next Tuesday and the following Monday as the case may take up to two years to resolve.

Refujio Perez, 59, was arrested on suspicion of DUI and booked for gross vehicular manslaughter after his Nissan Rogue veered off the road near Sanger at 1:54 p.m. Saturday and struck a parked Toyota Corolla, killing its 89-year-old driver — authorities said the case is under investigation.

Councilmember Tyler Maxwell and Mayor Jerry Dyer are holding a news conference today at Storyland in Roeding Park to announce a $1 million grant from nonprofit Fresno Cares—this will fund upgrades that improve park accessibility for children and families.

Fresno County’s real estate tax assessment roll grew over 6% to $123.3B for 2025, adding nearly $7.4B in value from both local and state-assessed properties.

Assessor-Recorder Paul Dictos said solar utility projects filling west Fresno lands could bring better days ahead — nearly nine out of ten property owners will face only a modest 2% property tax adjustment under Proposition 13.

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.

Just Friends Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets from $26.18 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Just Friends, Carpool Tunnel, and Tommy Ragen.

FRIKITONA - Reggaeton Fiesta

9 PM – 1 AM — Fulton 55 — Check event page for pricing — Celebrate with classics and current hits in an electrifying reggaeton atmosphere.