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A weekend of smattering rain will give way to sunny skies and spring-like temperatures across the central San Joaquin Valley this week, the National Weather Service says. Read comments

Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park near Earlimart will host special tours and guest speakers Friday in celebration of African American History Month. Read comments

A federal judge ruled Monday that the Picayune Rancheria of Chukchansi Indians should be led by a group that was elected in 2010, the last undisputed tribal council election. Read comments

First 5 Fresno County is accepting nominations through March 7 for its annual Child-Friendly Business Awards. Read comments

Cal Fire will begin inspecting properties for fire hazards to ensure they are compliant with its hazard abatement and defensible space clearance guidelines. Read comments

I am the community outreach and media relations officer for the California Highway Patrol. One of my main jobs is to inform the public of the various education programs and services the CHP offers. With 2015 only a month old, it is a great time to provide a quick overview of our outreach opportunities. Read comments

Fresno State’s annual observation of African American History month, which kicked off Monday with opening ceremonies, will continue with a public debate on Thursday and a roundtable discussion titled “Black Lives Matter” on Feb 17. Read comments

A 22-year-old hiker was rescued Thursday after being stranded on a steep slope at 9,000 feet in Madera County mountains, the California National Guard said Saturday. Read comments

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Mayor Ashley Swearengin has on tap a $1 million program to help low-income Fresnans pay their water bills. Read comments