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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.
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.
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.
Fresno Woman DUI Arrest Sparks Phoenix Lawsuit
A Fresno woman has filed a federal lawsuit after she says Phoenix police arrested her for DUI during her wedding trip despite a “triple zero” breath test and later negative drug and alcohol results.
Central Valley News Today: Bakersfield Crash, Fresno Arrest, Tornado Damage & Court Updates
Today’s Central Valley news roundup covers Bakersfield, Fresno, Stockton, Sacramento, Modesto, Patterson, Merced County and confirmed tornado damage.
Fresno Car Stolen With 2 Kids Inside; Suspect Arrested
A stolen vehicle with a 1-year-old and 3-year-old inside sparked a frantic rescue in central Fresno. Good Samaritans helped stop the suspect, and booking records now show multiple felony cha
Santiago Mantar Gustine: What Happened at the Dairy Farm Murder on April 20, 2020
CHP says a traffic stop on I-5 in Fresno County led to the seizure of 61 pounds of meth, 7 pounds of fentanyl powder, and a loaded stolen handgun.
Maria Salud Banda Wash Dies After Fresno Nursery Stabbing
Maria Salud Banda Wash, owner of Sago Rey Palms Plant Nursery in Fresno, died after an Easter Sunday machete attack. Her nephew, Nicolas Arriaga, faces murder and other charges
Fresno police arrest suspect in Sun Stereo Warehouse killing
Fresno police say a 19-year-old has been arrested in the March 20 fatal shooting of 38-year-old Meharie Kidane outside Sun Stereo Warehouse in downtown Fresno after an altercation during a gathering.
2 Hospitalized After Fresno County Nursery Stabbing Fight
Deputies say two people were taken to the hospital with stab wounds after a fight at Sago Rey Palms Plant Nursery in Fresno County.
Fresno Art Hop Stabbings: Police Search for Suspects
Police say two people were stabbed in separate downtown Fresno Art Hop fights, another woman suffered a broken nose, and investigators are now searching for several suspects.
Fresno Starbucks Shooting: Man Killed in Parking Lot Near Shaw and Dale
A deadly shooting at a Fresno Starbucks parking lot left a man dead Sunday evening. Police say the incident may be part of a growing violence trend in the city.
Fresno crash turns into armed standoff, ending in arrest, police say
A Fresno crash turned into an armed standoff after a man drove into a home and later refused to surrender to police, ending in an arrest.