Saturday , May 18 2024

Fresno residents voice concerns over High-Speed Rail

Dozens of residents showed up for a public hearing on the high-speed rail and how it could impact Fresno’s historic Chinatown. The group “Chinatown Revitalization” says a tunnel runs from the old Del Monte building underneath Tulare, parallel to G Street. They voiced their concerns at last night’s final high-speed …

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Indoor skydiving competition

In Austin, Texas there’s an event that looks a bit ridiculous. Teams are getting ready for the World Cup of Indoor Skydiving. Teams from around the world, including the US, Canada, France and Mexico are taking part in this weekend’s competition. During the competition, there will be team, duo and …

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Prop 47 may impact fire crews

A new law may make it harder for non-violent inmates, who help to fight wildfires in California, to qualify to be on the front lines.Prop 47 reduces penalties for non-violent crimes, like drug possession. This could deplete the pool of jail inmates who qualify for fire duty. Voters passed the …

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High Five: 5 fun weekend events

If you’re interested in buying a new vehicle sometime soon, we have the event for you. The Central California Auto Show runs today through Sunday. It’s at the Fresno Convention Center. Free admission to see the newest and hottest cars, trucks, SUVs and crossovers for 2015. 10 am to 7 …

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Native American conference educates valley youth

Some students received a crash course of the valley’s rich Native American history. Fresno City College held its second annual Education Conference for Native American Youth. Students came from all over the valley to learn about the culture through art, presentations and performances. They also received a tour of the …

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Fire safety brought to local schools

For the first time in years, Clovis’ Fire Department is bringing lessons on fire safety to local schools. The lessons took place at Dry Creek Elementary earlier today. Fire officials say the lessons are developed to help students understand how they can prevent fires and what they need to do …

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Executive action expected on two controversial issues

President Obama will reportedly push ahead with executive action on immigration despite threats from Republicans getting ready to take control of congress. NBC News reports the president will soon issue orders that protect about five million illegal immigrants from deportation. Republicans are also looking to use their election day momentum …

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Women's clinic opens in Central Fresno

New clinic in Fresno is geared toward helping needy women and their families. The “Spirit of Health” medical clinic provides full medical services to the participants of the Spirit of Woman program. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held this morning. A medical doctor as well as nursing staff will be …

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