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The Fresno Bee
One dead in Highway 41 crash in Fresno. Driver may be tied to earlier hit-and-run
A 42-year-old Fresno man was killed in a crash Sunday night on Highway 41, south of Fresno. Authorities believe the car may have been involved in an earlier hit-and-run. According to the California Highway Patrol, the car, a Toyota Camry, was speeding south on Highway 41, when it made an “abrupt steering movement to the left. The vehicle crossed the center median and southbound lanes, and entered the west shoulder, where it overturned.” The driver wasn’t wearing a seat belt and was ejected during the crash. He was found “underneath the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene,” the CHP said Monday in a news release on Monday. While investigating the crash, the CHP was told that a vehicle with a similar description had been alerted by the Fresno Police Department in an earlier hit-and-run. “The possible connection remains under investigation,” as does the crash itself, the CHP said. It is unknown if alcohol or drugs contributed to the crash. Toxicology results are pending.
The Fresno Bee
Heavy flooding causes sinkhole, closes Clovis Avenue in Fresno, officials say
Heavy flooding Monday morning caused a large sinkhole to form on Clovis Avenue in Fresno, forcing the closure of the southbound lanes between Butler Avenue and Columbia Drive. The California Highway Patrol said the flooding was caused by a ruptured water main on Clovis Avenue, south of Butler Avenue. Some neighborhoods reported up to 3 feet of standing water, prompting officials to shut down the roadway. CHP officers were called to the scene after a large sinkhole began forming in front of two homes. Public Works and Fresno County Roads personnel are also working at the scene. Fresno resident Marko Lentz said Fresno County sheriff’s deputies arrived around 1:30 a.m. with their sirens on, initially leading him to believe there was a fire. Lentz said deputies used a loudspeaker to tell neighbors to prepare for a possible evacuation because of the broken water main. “We weren’t issued any evacuation orders,” he said. “They just told us to be ready. After that, they came through periodically.” Lentz also said a large tree fell on Columbia Drive around 6:30 a.m. CHP is urging drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes. The closure will remain in effect until officials determine the
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FPD motorcyle officer hospitalized stopping speeding car
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – An on-duty Fresno police officer was hospitalized Saturday after his marked department motorcycle crashed into the back of a car in northwest Fresno, the California Highway Patrol said. A spokesperson with the CHP said the motor officer was trying to pull over a speeding vehicle near Shaw and Maroa Avenues around […]
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Local flavors take over Chukchansi Park
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Taco Truck Throwdown 15 took over Chukchansi Park on Saturday, showcasing the best the Central Valley has to offer. The event started back in 2011. Event co-founder and President of Fresno Street Eats Mike Oz says the first instance of the Taco Truck Throwdown featured only 7 trucks. Taco Truck Throwdown […]
The Fresno Bee
A steakhouse, a Fresno taqueria and more. Where you can eat at Madera's massive casino
The Central Valley’s newest casino opened its doors the last week of October, and while the 2,400 slot machines and 40 gaming tables will pull in the gamblers, there’s another reason to make the drive up Highway 99. Food. The North Fork Mono Casino and Resort near Avenue 18 in Madera is betting big on its restaurants, which ring the gaming floor and range from a quick taco stop to a white-tablecloth steakhouse with hundreds of wines. A few of the names will be familiar to Fresno diners. Others are brand new. Here’s a rundown of where to eat the next time you’re up there — or the next time hunger alone is reason enough to go. Manzanita Steakhouse This is the flagship, and the one the casino is clearly most proud of. Named after a tree that grows in the Sierra foothills, Manzanita is going for fine dining that doesn’t feel stuffy. “Our focus is to also make those luxury options affordable because we want anyone and everyone to feel welcome here,” general manager Connor Jessop said. Expect prime steaks, seafood and — according to Jessop — hundreds of unique wine offerings. The man in the kitchen is chef
The Fresno Bee
Celebrating Diwali in Fresno County? Find events, fireworks and shopping deals
From temples and gurdwaras to local grocery stores, the Fresno area is gearing up for Diwali, the South Asian festival of lights . Worldwide, nearly 1 billion people across Hindu, Sikh, Jain and Buddhist communities celebrate Diwali , which falls on Sunday, Nov. 8. For the nearly 24,000 Indian residents living In the Fresno metropolitan area , the holiday holds deep religious and cultural significance. Celebrations across California and the county will feature traditional prayers, festive shopping deals and public firework displays. How is Hindu temple observing Diwali in Fresno? During Diwali, worshipers gather at local temples and gurdwaras to offer prayers and share meals, many of them dressed in traditional attire. A representative for BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Fresno, said the Hindu temple will remain open all day Sunday for devotees and visitors. For Hindus, Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. “The holiday commemorates the return of Lord Rama and his wife Sita to their kingdom of Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana, leading townspeople to light clay lamps (known as diyas) to guide their path home,” The Washington Post reported. How does Sikh community celebrate holiday? In the Sikh community,
The Fresno Bee
Juvenile and man stabbed during party in Fresno, police say
A juvenile and a man were stabbed Friday night at a party in Fresno. Officers responded at 10:27 p.m. to the 100 block of South Alpine Street, near Tulare Street, where they saw people dispersing. Fresno police Lt. James Rossetti said officers located the victim, who had sustained two stab wounds to the stomach. The juvenile was taken to a hospital. The second victim went to Clovis for treatment. Both victims are stable. Detectives are investigating what led to the stabbing. Officers also canvassed the area for surveillance video. Police did not provide a suspect description. Anyone with information is asked to call Fresno police at 559-621-7000 .
The Fresno Bee
Fresno State reverts to old habits in ‘frustrating' 17-10 loss to Utah State
Old habits returned to the Fresno State football team Saturday night. Those habits included slow starts and offensive inconsistencies, and they resulted in a disappointing 17-10 loss to Utah State at Maverik Stadium in Logan, Utah, in a Pac-12 Conference matchup. Just how bad was it for Fresno State? The Bulldogs went into halftime with only 73 total yards and minus-2 rushing yards. It was a complete reversal from last weekend, when Fresno State’s running game overwhelmed Oregon State in a 39-28 victory. The Bulldogs praised Utah State’s defense heading into the game. However, they expected to perform well despite playing at an elevation of approximately 4,000 feet. Utah State entered the game with the top-rated defense in the Pac-12, and it showed why Saturday night. Fresno State (5-4 overall, 2-3 Pac-12) opened the second half by picking up several first downs and eventually faced third-and-goal from the 14-yard line. However, the Bulldogs couldn’t get into the end zone and settled for a field goal, trailing 14-3. Fresno State never found an opportunity to take control of the game. Quarterback Jayden Mandal faced constant pressure from the Aggies’ defense. Some of his passes sailed over the heads of wide receivers