Good morning, Fresno.

A new UCLA report finds that building the 99 in the 1950s demolished 400 homes and displaced about 1,000 West Fresno residents, erasing a historic part of the neighborhood’s D Street.

The report notes lost alternatives that could have lessened the impact on local community and real estate.

Valley PBS has received a stabilization grant from the Public Media Bridge Fund to help offset the loss of federal funding and continue its service to residents from Merced County to Kern County.

The $26 million initiative will support essential public media operations in the region.

Mariposa Plaza Winter Village in downtown Fresno is open today, offering outdoor ice skating, live performances and local food vendors + small businesses, with holiday workshops, a nativity scene and a posada night scheduled through Jan.

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On Dec. 6, Fresno business owner Kayla Delgado, eight months pregnant, had her car broken into with thieves stealing all her business supplies except for her tables and tent; she has set up a GoFundMe to rebuild Highly Addictive Candy and return to markets after her baby is born.

Fresno Unified School Board will discuss charter oversight and renewal plans tonight as trustees present a timeline and performance categories.

The board will not directly address Golden Charter Academy issues despite parent complaints raised since spring (focusing instead on the broader oversight process).

KidCreate Studio is hosting a creative camp for students during winter break, offering art projects and hands-on activities outside the classroom.

Bailey Flores explained the camp helps kids explore new skills and stay engaged until school resumes.

Fresno State hosted Assemblymembers and community leaders on Wednesday, Oct.

16 to honor the Armenian community's impact, touring the Armenian Genocide Monument. Assemblymember Tangipa (AD-8) underscored how deep cultural ties have shaped education, agriculture, and civic life in the Central Valley.

The county board approved Dr. Trinidad Solis as the new Health Officer on Tuesday and she will lead public health programs throughout the area.

A Fresno native (and recipient of national awards), she previously served as Deputy Health Officer since 2022.

CityHealth released its 2025 Policy Assessment on Monday, noting that Fresno earned a bronze medal among 51 cities for evidence-based health policies; Fresno received medals in six areas including complete streets, sick leave, flavored tobacco, greenspace, accessible pre-K, and safer alcohol sales (guiding future local improvements).

Today, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association links sleep apnea with Parkinson's Disease by reviewing records of more than 11 million veterans.

Dr. DelRosso at Inspire Sleep Center in Clovis said using a CPAP machine may lower risk & urged getting quality sleep.

Fresno County will see nearly 300 affordable and mixed-use housing units begin in 2026, including projects like Mosaic in the Mural District and Avalon Commons II breaking ground shortly.

Fresno Housing aims to add income-restricted homes in higher-income areas & focus on cost-efficient, sustainable build amid rising costs.

Fresnolandia podcast featured local developer Reza Assemi and other experts after a trip on 99 to Bakersfield, where they shared insights on downtown revitalization plans with $250 million for upgrades plus $43.7 million to build housing infrastructure.

Fashion Fair Mall in Fresno is set to begin a renovation in Spring 2026 that will update bathrooms, lighting and lounging areas and improve the mall’s entrance.

The work is expected to finish by 2028 (following recent enhancements to its Santa set and children’s playground).

Hobo Johnson and The Lovemakers Anniversary Tour

7-9:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets starting at $36.98 — Celebrate Hobo Johnson's musical journey with an emotionally charged performance in Fresno.

Chicago State Cougars at Fresno State Bulldogs Women's Basketball

5-7 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Reserved parking available — Catch the thrilling women's basketball matchup as the Cougars take on the Bulldogs.

The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit - The Concert

4-5:30 p.m. — Warnors Theatre — Tickets starting at $64 — Experience the epic scores of Middle-earth live in concert.

The Haunt Band Performance

5-8 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — $10 under 21 — Experience the heavy sounds of The Haunt with their emotionally charged live performance.

Emo Night - 10 Year Anniversary

9 PM – 12 AM — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Admission ticket + one complimentary bottled water voucher — Celebrate a decade of emo night with your favorite emo and pop punk classics.

Fiesta Navidad

3-4:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holidays with Grammy-winning Mariachi Los Camperos in a vibrant cultural performance.

Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele

8:30-9:29 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting music of Adele under candlelight in an awe-inspiring setting.

Candlelight Concert: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

6:15-7:14 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Joe Hisaishi by candlelight in a stunning venue.

Deorro New Year's Eve Party

8 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — Ticketed entry — Celebrate the new year with electrifying beats from Deorro at Fresno's hottest NYE bash.