Central Valley News

Runaway Pets
More than a hundred valley families are hoping to be reunited with their lost pets after Fourth of July fireworks caused many of the animals to run away.
Citations Handed Out For Illegal Fireworks
Dozens of people will be paying big fines because of the way they chose to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Illegal Fireworks Crackdown
On patrol with Fresno Police Officer Jason Jones and Firefighter James Macfiggen, it doesn't take long to find illegal fireworks.
Clovis Freedom Fest
People swarmed into Veteran's Memorial Stadium at Buchanan Friday night, where thousands gathered to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks.
Family of Ten Saved from Burning House
A fire chased a family of ten out of their Calwa home early Saturday morning. It happened in the area of Orange and Eugenia.
Independence Day Celebration in Lemoore
Dozens of veterans, naval officers and families celebrated the 4th of July in an all-day festival in Lemoore.
Wave Runner Hit and Run
A wave runner hit and run brings new concerns to those who are enjoying July 4. A Hanford woman is still recovering after a water craft accident caused serious injuries.
Honor, 64 Years Overdue
87 year old Marvin Harrel still remembers the day. "June 6th, 1944." D-day, the invasion of Normandy. "I was a paratrooper. We were the invasion force."
Grand Jury Report for Merced Jails
A Grand Jury report says one of Merced County's jails is dangerously under staffed while the other is in terrible condition.
Arson Suspected at Bullard High
Arson investigators are looking into another fire at Bullard High School.
Farmers say salmonella scare has hurt tomato sales
Expect fewer slices of red, ripe tomatoes next to the grill this holiday weekend.Expect fewer slices of red, ripe tomatoes next to the grill this holiday weekend.
Southwest Fresno Shooting
A teenager was shot when two groups of teens met up in an alley Friday morning in Southwest Fresno.
Foreigners Find Deals in California
Foreign tourists are finding bargains in California. It all has to do with the value of the dollar.
Firework Celebrations Begin Early
4th of July celebrations got off to an explosive start Thursday night, as several Valley communities hosted their annual firework displays. Thousands of people went to see fireworks explode over Selma High School's stadium Thursday night and the crowds started growing long before the sun set. In all, a record crowd of about 8,000 attended.
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Runaway Pets
More than a hundred valley families are hoping to be reunited with their lost pets after Fourth of July fireworks caused many of the animals to run away.
Citations Handed Out For Illegal Fireworks
Dozens of people will be paying big fines because of the way they chose to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Fire Destroys Empty Home
A central Fresno home burned up Saturday morning when a spark hit a gas leak.
Illegal Fireworks Crackdown
On patrol with Fresno Police Officer Jason Jones and Firefighter James Macfiggen, it doesn't take long to find illegal fireworks.
Clovis Freedom Fest
People swarmed into Veteran's Memorial Stadium at Buchanan Friday night, where thousands gathered to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks.
Family of Ten Saved from Burning House
A fire chased a family of ten out of their Calwa home early Saturday morning. It happened in the area of Orange and Eugenia.
Independence Day Celebration in Lemoore
Dozens of veterans, naval officers and families celebrated the 4th of July in an all-day festival in Lemoore.
Wave Runner Hit and Run
A wave runner hit and run brings new concerns to those who are enjoying July 4. A Hanford woman is still recovering after a water craft accident caused serious injuries.
Grand Jury Report for Merced Jails
A Grand Jury report says one of Merced County's jails is dangerously under staffed while the other is in terrible condition.
Honor, 64 Years Overdue
87 year old Marvin Harrel still remembers the day. "June 6th, 1944." D-day, the invasion of Normandy. "I was a paratrooper. We were the invasion force."
Arson Suspected at Bullard High
Arson investigators are looking into another fire at Bullard High School.
Southwest Fresno Shooting
A teenager was shot when two groups of teens met up in an alley Friday morning in Southwest Fresno.
Foreigners Find Deals in California
Foreign tourists are finding bargains in California. It all has to do with the value of the dollar.
Firework Celebrations Begin Early
4th of July celebrations got off to an explosive start Thursday night, as several Valley communities hosted their annual firework displays. Thousands of people went to see fireworks explode over Selma High School's stadium Thursday night and the crowds started growing long before the sun set. In all, a record crowd of about 8,000 attended.
Former Sen. Jesse Helms dies at 86
Former Sen. Jesse Helms, who built a career along the fault lines of racial politics and battled liberals, Communists and the occasional fellow Republican during 30 conservative years in Congress, died on the Fourth of July.