Recent Central California News

Reedley Double Murder: Crash Exposed Killings, What Happened May 12, 2014
A deadly crash near Reedley first looked like a traffic accident. Then investigators discovered Joseph Blunt and George Duarte had been shot, turning the case into one of the Central Valley’s most shocking double murder investigations.

Hanford Boxer Adrian Valdovinos Killed in Murder-Suicide
Hanford boxer Adrian Valdovinos was killed in a murder-suicide early Sunday morning, police say. The community later gathered at Civic Center Park to remember his life and boxing legacy.

Southwest Fresno Stabbing Becomes Homicide Case After Victim Dies
A stabbing in southwest Fresno has turned into a homicide case after Leonardo Alejo died from his injuries. Police say Jose Moreno was arrested and could face a murder charge.

Clovis Double Murder Manhunt: Dave McCann Case | May 8, 2016, Clovis Double Homicide
The Clovis double murder case involving Dave McCann shocked the Central Valley and led to a manhunt that stretched toward the California coast.

Central Valley News Today: Canvas Hack, School Crisis, Moped Crash, Reedley Biolab Verdict & More
This weekly Central Valley news update covers major stories from May 4–8, including a Canvas cyberattack, Sacramento school budget crisis, Fresno moped crash update, Reedley biolab verdict, and public safety cases across the region

Sanger Man Arrested on Firearm Charges | May 6, 2026 Arrests
Sanger police arrested Alfredo Moreno late May 6, according to Fresno County booking records. Here’s what is confirmed so far about the firearm-related charges.

Jack Dupee Firebaugh Cold Case: What We Know, May 6, 2006 Murder
Jack Dupee was identified years after his body was found in an orchard near Firebaugh on May 6, 2006. Here is what is confirmed about the unsolved Fresno County cold case.

Jagjeet Singh Modesto Case: Hatch Road Killing Explained
Jagjeet Singh was fatally stabbed at Hatch Food & Gas in Modesto on May 4, 2017. Here is what happened, what police said, and what is confirmed in the case.
Vitaliy Zaytsev Fair Oaks Shooting: What Happened May 3, 2024?
Vitaliy Zaytsev, a Folsom CVS manager, was killed in a Fair Oaks driveway shooting on May 3, 2024. Three suspects were later arrested in California and Idaho.

Steven Buchan Jr. Beating Death: Hells Angels Case | What Happened May 1, 2022
Steven Buchan Jr. was killed after a violent beating outside a Clements bar on May 1, 2022. The case later drew attention after authorities linked two suspects to the Stockton chapter of the Hells Angels.

Clarence Buddy Mason Modesto Shooting: April 29, 2008 Case
Clarence “Buddy” Mason was killed in Modesto on April 29, 2008, after prosecutors said a bicycle fall and laughter led to a deadly shooting.

Kiara Austin & Brian Maxey Fresno Shooting Case | April 28, 2019
Kiara Austin and Brian Maxey were killed on April 28, 2019, after a shooting at The Parks at Fig Garden in Fresno. Here is what police said happened, what court records show, and the important update after Donovan Kelley’s conviction.

Central California News Today: Coach Arrest & Crashes | April 28, 2026
Central Valley news today for April 28 covers a Delhi coach arrest, Los Banos crash, Ceres court update, Atwater DUI crash and Avenal recall.

Peter Fregoso Los Banos Shooting: On This Day, What Happened April 27, 2008
A crowded party near Los Banos turned deadly on April 27, 2008. Years later, Peter Fregoso’s case remains part of Merced County’s homicide history.

Central Valley News Today: Train Death, Crashes, Weather & More | April 27, 2026
Central Valley news today for April 27 covers a train death, Highway 99 crash, Stockton gunfire, McFarland shooting and local events.

Alan Cazares Stockton Homicide: April 26 Case
Alan Cazares, 23, was shot and killed in Stockton on April 26, 2019. Police later arrested Jose Omar Flores in connection with the Delhi Avenue homicide.