Good morning, Fresno.

Braxon Silva (15) reunited with the SkyLife air medical team and China Peak Ski Patrol after a near-fatal snowboarding accident at China Peak this week, having spent 10 days in a coma and nearly two months in the hospital before an extraordinary recovery.

Today, the local Fiestas Patrias parade celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with dancers, families, and horseback riders filling Fresno streets with festive attire (bright colors, ribbons, and lace enliven the route).

The event showcases vibrant culture and tradition in the community.

Fresno gas prices have risen to about $6.30 a gallon amid global supply disruptions; experts say expanded access to E15 fuel may ease costs.

Legislation signed last week will let gas stations sell more of the blend, though prices might still fluctuate.

Manny Fernandez, a Fresno State alumnus who led a New York Times investigation into allegations involving Cesar Chávez’s legacy, visited campus to speak with journalism students.

His five-year investigation, including over 60 interviews, has prompted communities to reconsider memorials honoring Chávez.

At a recent ASI meeting, senators approved a resolution to support the California Faculty Association if negotiations with the CSU system break down.

Officials also reviewed campus resources like tech lending and parking improvements, with plans such as the Bulldog Express shuttle and new electric vehicle charging stations discussed.

Fresno City Public Utilities has boosted its Expanded Lawn to Garden Rebate by increasing funding to $4 per sqft and widening eligibility for residential and CII customers to support water conservation and property beautification.

Applications must be approved before projects start, with funds available on a first-come basis until Dec. 31.

A bell toll tribute was held Wednesday at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento to honor fallen officer Brian Liles, who died Monday in a motorcycle collision with a truck+ Liles served in Fresno among other areas before transferring to Visalia and leaves behind his family and community.

A study in Pediatrics shows that GLP-1 medication use for children with obesity remains rare, with prescriptions for ages 8 to 11 increasing over 300 times to 0.6% from 2019 to today.

The research of over 300 million patients also found that older children are prescribed these drugs more often.

The Healthy Kids Healthy Futures series revisited online health claims on Wednesday, Sept.

30 by examining posts from influencers and AI. Dr. Hailey Nelson (Valley Children's Healthcare) explained red flags for parents with support from Valley Children's Hospital and Fresno State.

AJ Flores, a financial advisor with Portfolio Advisors, said couples can build financial compatibility by scheduling regular money dates to discuss income and debt, as shared money talks help ease anxiety and strengthen shared values.

Fresno State men’s basketball announced its debut Pac-12 schedule with 16 games & first meetings with Texas State and Gonzaga.

The Bulldogs will tip off on Jan. 3 at Save Mart Center against Washington State.