Good morning, Fresno.

The ABC30 Back to School Supply Drive takes place Friday, July 31 from 5AM to 6PM at Zimmerman Boys & Girls Club (540 N.

Augusta Avenue) to collect new backpacks and essential school supplies for Fresno students.

A custom cane (decorated with pins that mark his service) for a 90-year-old veteran and retired Fresno police lieutenant was found Tuesday after weeks of being lost at the Gibson Farm Market when a market employee contacted Clovis police.

A fire at Pinedale Elementary School on Sunday evening caused nearly $100,000 in playground equipment damage after unsupervised juveniles set off fireworks, and firefighters responded before 5:30 p.m. with no injuries — officials urge careful use of fireworks.

Tenants at Sierra Vista Mall in Clovis say they have faced ongoing AC problems for months as they await a permanent fix.

A store closed briefly due to extreme heat and the city has offered alternative cooling centers (City Hall, Transit Center, Senior Center).

Reedley farmer Cesar Mora appeared in Fresno County Civil Court Tuesday as his years-long contract dispute with Giumarra Brothers Fruit Company advanced with 17 last-minute motions delaying the pretrial conference.

His viral nectarine giveaway campaign, which shared over 100,000 pounds of fruit, remains central to the case.

PG&E apologized to a Fresno family whose power was off for multiple days beginning July 4 — the company said it will compensate them after reviewing the complaint.

On Tuesday, hundreds of Pokémon fans waited overnight outside Sam's Club (near Blackstone and Nees Avenues) to be among the first to pick up the new release when doors opened at 8 a.m.

YG will perform with supporting acts Mozzy, Chef Boy (and Kalan.FrFr and Natalie Nunn on select stops) at Save Mart Center on Nov.

1 as part of his 19-city tour promoting his album The Gentlemen’s Club. Ticket presales begin today at 10 a.m. and public tickets go on sale Friday.

Fresno Discovery Center will host a summer science camp from August 3 to August 7, offering interactive learning for students and families in the city.

Education coordinator Janette said spots are limited with registration available for $350.

Fresno State students at Valley Children’s Hospital gain paid internship experience in IT, marketing, and communications over a semester to a year, preparing for nontraditional healthcare roles.

Launched in 2023, the program helps build resumes and provides practical career training (supporting local workforce growth).

Families attended the first day of classes at West Park Elementary (pre-K to 8th grade) on Tuesday, July 21, as the school welcomed students with its mascot and educators.

The early start has long supported energy and educational benefits in the tight-knit agricultural community southwest of Fresno.

A wildfire near Highway 395 south of Bishop grew from 10 acres to thousands on Monday as shifting winds pushed its spread.

Crews using aircraft and ground teams from Fresno Air Attack Base are working to hold the fire north of Division Creek Road amid heavy traffic.

Fresno company Eco2Mix is testing carbonic acid to lower soil pH on six pistachio farms through a study funded by a $500,000 grant with Fresno State and American Pistachio Growers until October.

The method aims to improve the soil microbiome and help sequester carbon.

Athletics Director Garrett Klassy teased major upgrades to Bulldog BLVD — set to enhance the free festival with live music and family fun — during a media day on Monday.

Fans will see the improvements when the Bulldogs host Sacramento State on Sept. 12.

Miguel Reyes Elite/Fun 5K

— 5K — Fresno California, 4773 E Yale Ave, Fresno, CA — Registration info required — Competitive race honoring a local running legend with free training plans for beginners.

Dailey & Vincent Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Reserve your seats now for a night filled with tight harmonies and foot-stomping bluegrass classics.

The Haunt Live Performance

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of The Haunt in an intimate concert setting.

The Lowdown Drifters Live

8-11 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Tickets available — Experience gritty country-rock from The Lowdown Drifters, with special guests Blue Crown.

LOVERS AND FRIENDS - Throwback R&B & Hip Hop Night

10:00 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets Required — Groove to nostalgic R&B and hip hop tracks spun by a DJ.

The Altons with Thee Sinseers

7-8:30 p.m. — Tioga-Sequoia Beer Garden — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of electrifying R&B and soul music in a vibrant setting.

Thee Sacred Souls Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the smooth sounds of Thee Sacred Souls on their Constellation Tour.