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Good morning! It’s Thursday, July 3. This is Rob, wishing you a happy National Fried Clam Day!
Fresno continues to flirt with triple-digit heat ahead of a holiday weekend that should see temperatures in the city mostly stick to the mid-90s.
And speaking of holiday weekends, Fresnoland’s Diego Vargas has everything you need to know about weekend fireworks shows around Fresno County. Check out his story here.
Looking around local headlines this morning, Fresnoland’s Gisselle Medina speaks with Fresno-area immigration advocates who say the Trump Administration’s effort to ramp up raids and arrests of non-criminal residents has eroded faith in the system. Check out their full story below.
“A $10.5 million park that spans 10 acres in southwest Fresno nears completion of its first phase of development — a significant milestone that’s expected to be followed by new housing and businesses in the coming years.” The Fresno Bee
“Fresno-area school districts risk losing millions in federal grants due to the Trump Administration’s last-minute decision to withhold a total of $6.2 billion that Congress allocated to the nation’s K-12 public schools.” The Fresno Bee
“Residents of Allensworth are on the cusp of finally solving water issues that have plagued the town for more than 100 years and kept it from growing.” SJV Water
“The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office is urging people to stay safe at rivers and lakes.” ABC30
“An evening of short films benefiting CHIRLA’s immigration legal services. Celebrate the voices and visions of emerging Latine filmmakers while raising funds for a vital organization at a pivotal moment in the cultural history of this community. Gather round for a much needed new perspective and a chance to increase Latine representation. A night of storytelling, solidarity, and joy awaits!” Latine Film Fest
OK for now,
Rob
Fresno-area groups mobilize as immigration arrests surge
As ICE activity increases nationwide, Fresno attorneys, nonprofits, and community groups are mobilizing to provide resources to immigrant communities and monitor enforcement activity.
Where to find fireworks shows around Fresno and what to look out for this 4th of July
For residents looking to watch fireworks illuminate the valley skies all week, here’s a list of where you can watch fireworks shows in and around Fresno leading up to July 4. This year’s Independence Day celebrations may look different as some counties have banned the use of fireworks over concerns […]
