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The Central Valley is facing a dangerous heat wave that’s not just about sweltering temps—it’s turning the air into a health hazard. Triple-digit heat is spiking ozone levels and stirring up dust from dry fields, creating a toxic mix. While a possible monsoon later this weekend might bring clouds to curb ozone, it could also worsen humidity-related breathing issues. Experts urge everyone—especiall...

California’s pushing to turn ex-offenders into firefighters with a new bill that gives hiring preference to those who’ve completed fire camp programs — turning rehabilitation into real career experience. The bill also mandates firefighter certification upon release to remove bureaucratic roadblocks, sidestepping union pushback from last year’s failed quota approach. Lawmakers hope this not only fi...

State workers returning to offices are facing alarming health hazards—including Legionella bacteria in water systems, bedbugs in education buildings, and airborne asbestos in transportation labs—prompting union demands for urgent, comprehensive remediation as employees struggle to safely perform their jobs. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Adv...

A Fresno family of six lost everything in a devastating July Fourth fire that started on a neighbor’s property—possibly sparked by illegal fireworks. Though the mother escaped with her four kids, they’re now homeless and uninsured, starting over with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Staying with relatives, they’re battling the emotional and financial toll of rebuilding from scratch—thanks t...

Jairo Mancilla received a life sentence without parole after fatally shooting two men in a March 2017 gang-related ambush near a bike trail. In court, victims’ families shared heart-wrenching stories of loss — including Javier Lizaola’s mother, who described her son as a devoted father and revealed how grief shattered her life, even forcing her to lose her job. Mancilla, seated in a yellow jumpsui...

Tulare County, the nation’s largest dairy producer, had a wild twist: locals couldn’t buy milk made right there. Enter Rosa Brothers Milk Company, a third-gen family farm built from scratch by Portuguese immigrants who started with nothing. Now bottling 25,000 gallons weekly in iconic glass bottles and stocked in 1,200 stores across California, they’ve expanded beyond milk to root beer float, oran...

A wanted 25-year-old, Artemio Macuixtle Calhua, is being sought on a felony false imprisonment warrant—law enforcement needs your help. If you’ve seen him or have any info, contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via phone or online, and you could earn a cash reward for helping bring him in. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advert...

Hanford, California, surprised the community by prematurely unveiling a 1976 time capsule—meant for 2026’s bicentennial—buried right in front of the police department, packed with 70s memorabilia and costing just $40 to build. Public works crews dug it up Thursday afternoon, fueling excitement as locals eagerly awaited the 5 p.m. reveal. The early opening hints at how historical artifacts can take...

Big bust in Merced County: Authorities seized 775 grams of heroin and 450 grams of cannabis plus $2K cash in a prison smuggling operation, part of a joint DOJ-prison effort that led to a suspect’s arrest and ongoing prosecution by Merced County DA’s office — a major step in the fight against contraband entering Solano State Prison. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipil...

Fresno County’s poised to vote on a bold new half-cent sales tax, “Better Roads, Safe Streets,” aiming to raise $7.4 billion over 30 years for roads, transit, and infrastructure—after overcoming signature hurdles and fierce opposition from the County Board’s chairman, who calls it radical and too focused on transit. While city councils support it as a practical fix, the final decision hinges on Ju...

Fresno’s about to crank up the heat on repeat code violators—with new fines designed to actually sting, not just slap a nominal $250 charge on first offenses. After a March tweak letting officers inspect private property without warrants, city attorneys are rolling out a revamped penalty system to make habitual offenders think twice. The goal? Make fines hit where it hurts, especially for landlord...

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Madera County Sheriff’s Office arrests 34-year-old Jeremy Michael Flud in Oakhurst after finding child sexual abuse material on his devices — a tip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children led detectives, working with federal and local task forces, to his home on Meadow Lane and Pine Ridge Road. Flud is now jailed, and authorities are urging anyone with info or knowledge of potent...

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A Fresno family woke up to smoke after a lithium-ion battery sparked while charging overnight—firefighters raced in to save the day by removing the battery and an electric scooter before things escalated. This isn’t an isolated incident: lithium battery fires are surging nationwide, fueled by everything from e-bikes and scooters to power tools and phones. These batteries can ignite explosively if...

Two teens in Northern California turned a Waymo ride into a chaotic water-bead battle — and the self-driving car didn’t just notice, it parked itself before cops arrived. Waymo’s remote team intervened, and authorities confirmed the teens were never trapped — just having a wild ride. While cameras inside the car are for cleanliness and safety, not facial recognition, they’re ready to review footag...

A 34-year-old man from Oakhurst, Jeremy Michael Flud, was arrested in Madera County after authorities uncovered child sexual abuse material on electronic devices seized during a raid triggered by a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Detectives from the Madera County Sheriff’s Office, alongside federal and task force partners, conducted the search amid serious alleg...

A former substitute teacher in west Fresno, 47-year-old Christin David Flores, was arrested on serious charges including lewd acts with a minor and planning to meet one for sexual contact, with a staggering $635,000 bond. Employed by Central Unified School District, he was immediately fired upon discovery, while the district and police work together to investigate. Authorities are keeping details...

California lawmakers are racing to pass three sweeping bills that would let firefighters and public safety workers retire earlier, earn better pensions, and get pay raises to match local departments — all while facing fierce fiscal scrutiny. With bipartisan support, the proposals aim to honor the risks these heroes take daily, but could add billions to state debt and trigger budget battles in the...

A horrific crash in Merced County early Wednesday left a 9-year-old boy critically injured after a head-on collision fueled by alcohol — the driver who crossed into the wrong lane and the boy’s father, both allegedly intoxicated, were arrested. The child was unresponsive at first, requiring CPR before being airlifted to the hospital, where he later regained consciousness. The father faces felony c...

A Fresno family’s morning turned terrifying when sparks and smoke erupted from a charging electric scooter — prompting firefighters to rush in and safely remove the battery before disaster struck. This chilling incident underscores the hidden dangers of lithium-ion batteries, now powering everything from phones to scooters. While generally safe, these batteries can ignite if damaged, defective, or...

Central Unified School District has swiftly banned a former substitute teacher after their arrest by Fresno Police on serious charges involving inappropriate contact with a minor. The district is launching its own internal investigation while fully cooperating with law enforcement, prioritizing student safety and holding staff to the highest ethical standards. With charges including lewd acts and...

A deadly pest that nearly destroyed California’s wine country in 1999 is making a comeback—this time with a bigger threat and less funding to fight it. The glassy-winged sharpshooter, which carries Pierce’s disease, wiped out 300 acres of vines and cost growers $3.5 million in one year. Since then, state funding for pest control has declined while agriculture’s value and management costs have soar...

A car was deliberately torched at a Days Inn in southeast Fresno around 7 AM on July 4th, captured on surveillance footage as the suspect lit it through the back window—then fled in a red Nissan Armada. Authorities are urgently seeking witnesses or tips to identify the arsonist and track down the getaway vehicle, emphasizing that even small details could be crucial. The Fresno Fire Department and...

In Modesto, California, a historic 1874 grain silo complex is being reborn as a vibrant cultural hub—thanks to real estate investor Aaron Valencia, who’s poured millions into transforming the iconic structures into a coffee shop, bar, restaurant, event space, and even a private sanctuary. Inspired by an architect who turned a factory into his own haven, Valencia’s journey—from dumpster diver to re...