CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — Clovis Police Chief Curt Fleming held a press conference Friday morning to discuss the ongoing investigation into the homicide of 18-year-old Caleb Quick, who was killed on April 23, 2025. The Clovis Police Department gave a breakdown of the incident as follows: The Clovis Police Chief says they have interviewed over 50 people and are still processing digital and physical evidence. They are also waiting on several search warrants. They are asking for the communities help in tips than can potentially help in the case after these new details have been released. The suspect is described as a light-skinned Hispanic or white male, 5'10" to 6' tall, and left the location in a 2024 or newer white Tesla Model 3 with black rims. Crime Stoppers is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. You can contact Crime Stoppers at 559-498-STOP. CLOVIS, N.M. (KVII) — Clovis High School has announced that three of its students have been chosen to participate in the 2025 Rural Opportunities for College Access New Mexico (ROCA NM) program. Avery Linn, Guadalupe Anchondo, and Liana Loucks will join the competitive, four-day residential workshop aimed at supporting rural, first-generation college-bound students in navigating the college search and application process. The program, hosted on a New Mexico college campus from July 23-26, offers students the chance to engage with college access professionals and representatives from institutions nationwide. Participants will attend workshops on financial aid, essay writing, and college selection, while also experiencing campus life by staying in dormitories and dining in college cafeterias. ROCA NM was launched in 2021 through a partnership between Northern New Mexico College, the Davis New Mexico Scholarship, and the Los Alamos National Laboratory Foundation. The initiative aims to bridge the gap to college for students from rural communities. Those who complete the program become eligible to apply for the Davis New Mexico Scholarship, which covers the full cost of attendance at one of six out-of-state partner colleges. The Regional Occupational Program (ROP) and CTE initiatives, operated by the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools, aim to equip high school students with real-world trade and technical skills. From welding to auto repair, these programs are reshaping the perception of trade careers — and preparing students for the workforce, or even entrepreneurship, right out of high school. A Clovis West High School senior is sparking success through the power of skilled trades. Kyle Anderson, a student in the school's Career Technical Education (CTE) Auto-Diesel Program, recently earned third place at the 2025 Sawdust and Sparks competition — an event showcasing the skills of more than 300 students across Fresno County. Anderson says his interest in welding began at home. “When I was younger, I got a small welder and started building go-karts and minibikes in my backyard,” he said. “So I had a little bit of knowledge.” That hobby quickly evolved into a passion, which he’s now turning into a business — making and selling jet ski parts no longer produced in the U.S., Anderson is mostly self-taught, learning many of his skills by watching YouTube videos. The Sawdust and Sparks competition, hosted in April, challenged students to build a trailer with only a blueprint and material. Anderson and his team of three other high school students placed third, beating out 23 other teams. “It shows how our skills can transfer to the real world,” Anderson said. “Especially being in a diesel classroom, I wasn’t around others welding every day. We were really curious to see how we stacked up against people who practice it all the time.” His instructor, Ricky Jones, says Anderson’s dedication stood out from the start. “Words can’t explain what ROP did this year,” Jones said. “Giving students the opportunity to compete at this level gives them the confidence to tackle anything life throws at them.” Anderson encourages other students to take the leap. “Don’t be afraid to invest in tools — and just take a chance. Go for it.” Clovis police announced Monday that Valley Crime Stoppers increased the reward as detectives continue to investigate the April 23 shooting which they described as a targeted and pre-planned attack Quick was shot in the head outside the McDonald’s near Willow and Nees avenues just before 9 p.m Related Story: Clovis Police Still Searching for Suspect in McDonald’s Killing of Caleb Police said Quick arrived at the restaurant around 8:22 p.m. and the suspect — described as a light-skinned Hispanic or white male 5-foot-10 to 6 feet tall — entered about 16 minutes later Surveillance footage shows the suspect sitting at a table for 13 minutes before following him outside and shooting him as he walked to his car The suspect fled west toward Fresno in a 2024 Tesla Model 3 and remains at large Related Story: Fresno Police Cite 95 in Motorcycle Safety Operation “We want the public to know we are working tirelessly on this case,” Clovis Police Chief Curt Fleming said at a Friday news conference Authorities urged anyone with information to report tips anonymously by calling Valley Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP Tips can also be shared on the Clovis PD Tipline at (559) 324-2459 or the non-emergency line at (559) 324-2800 Trump Signs Executive Order to Encourage US Drug Manufacturing police said they are carefully managing the release of information but reassured the public that they are working “tirelessly” on the case Clovis Police Chief Curt Fleming said the Valley Crime Stoppers reward in the case has been increased to $10,000 The shooting occurred on April 23 when Clovis police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire near Willow and Nees avenues at around 8:57 p.m Police said Quick arrived at the McDonald’s at 8:22 p.m. described as a light-skinned Hispanic or white male sat at a table for 13 minutes watching Quick before following him out of the restaurant the suspect approached from behind and shot him they found Quick suffering from a gunshot wound to the head He was taken to a local hospital where he later died The suspect left the scene heading west toward Fresno wearing all black and carrying a handgun Police said that the suspect was picked up in a 2024 Tesla Model 3 Clovis PD said video surveillance confirmed the suspect left the scene before police arrived and began their investigation Authorities have described the shooting as a targeted police said they still do not know the motive Police said that they are waiting on potential DNA information that could lead them to the suspect Anyone with information is asked to call Clovis police at (559) 324-2800 or Valley Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP Trump Orders the Reopening of Alcatraz Prison an independent family-owned hunting and fishing store in Clovis begins the process of closing down its store after 32 years of business The announcement came out with a heavy heart as the business made the announcement last Saturday The store is already in the process of slowly offloading the remaining inventory that is in the store Everything in the store is now considered 25% off except for California Department of Fish and Wildlife licenses Items on the shelves that have an orange tag are 35% off Items on the clearance table will go as low as 50% off Anyone who has a gift card to the store will have until June 1st to be able to redeem their gift card Anyone who had a taxidermized animal that was on display in the store can get in contact with Valley Rod and Gun to arrange the pickup of the animal Buying a reel comes with bulk line spools for free was the place to be for professional contestants It’s known for long starts in the timed events and tough competition The timed events (minus the barrel racing) get four runs The first two are guaranteed and then it is progressive after that Steer Wrestler Mike McGinn had an exceptional showcase He then went onto place in the finals and take home the average win After four exceptional runs he earned just shy of $10,200 Britt Bedke was consistent all the way through in the tie-down roping He was the fast time of the entire rodeo in the finals with an 8.5 second run one ride earned over a $10,000 first place check for all three rough stock events In both the saddle bronc riding and bull riding stock contractor Corey and Lange Rodeo took home the wins He beat out both Wyatt Casper and Dawson Hay by half of a point Bull rider TJ Gray was partnered with the bull Stand By Me He also took the win by just half of a point over Hudson Bolton Summer Kosel and Julie Poudre battled it out for the average in the barrel racing They went first and second in the second round and tied in the finals Kosel took home the average title by one tenth of a second Many capitalized on the exceptional rodeos that California puts on every year It seems they continue to raise the bar as to what a great rodeo looks like and we cannot wait to see what they do for next year tie-down roping and team roping.Bareback riding:1 (tie) Taylor Broussard and Richmond Champion (tie) Rhett Anderson/Caleb Hendrix and Tyler Tryan/Denton Dunning (tie) Eric Martin/Ryon Tittel and Tee McLeod/Chase Tryan Jack Graham/Jason Duby and Jaxson Tucker/Sid Sporer (tie) Brye Crites/Tyler Worley and Seth Hall/Bruce Reidhead (tie) Preston Burgess/Cody Cowden and Aaron Tsinigine/Jade Corkill (tie) Casey Minton/Travis Stewart and Tyler Tryan/Denton Dunning (tie) Rhett Anderson/Caleb Hendrix and Brye Crites/Tyler Worley 88.5 points on Corey & Lange Rodeo's Monster 88.5 points on Corey & Lange Rodeo's Stand By Me (tie) Timber Allenbrand and Morgan Thompson MADDY DICKENS The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (FOX26) — No Surrender Clovis presents Gel Blaster the newest addition to their laser tag arena opening Friday evening The first 100 people to sign up play for free on opening day Nexus Gel Blaster is the new trailblazer in water ball blasters and the fastest-growing toy company of 2022 It is the first of its kind in the San Joaquin Valley Randy Castillo says it's the best twist of paintball and cost typically associated with the sport Combined with digital scoring like laser tag and the immersive gameplay of video games Players must be taller than 48 inches and wear the Nexus Blaster Vest and mask The Nexus Portal Smart Target uses high-tech pieces and features a unique computing protocol for ultra-responsive The Nexus Portal Smart Target brings an added layer of excitement to the arena or health boosts depending on the game mode These smart targets increase the game's unpredictability and intensity The Nexus Blaster is engineered for precision and speed firing water balls at speeds of 170 to 240 feet per second and safety is assured through infrared emitters and ultrasonic sensors Players can customize their experience with a range of blaster modes (SMG all displayed on an interactive screen that keeps players updated on their progress equipped with piezoelectric hit detection panels and over 600 programmable RGB LEDs adds another layer of immersion to the experience including dynamic animations and the guidance of the Nexus AI Voice Assistant helping players stay aware of their tactical position during gameplay is located at the Sierra Vista Mall on 1200 Shaw Ave Suite 103 For more information on Nexus™ and to plan your visit, head to the Gel Blaster website or the No Surrender Adventure Park website nosurrendertag.com to sign up and learn more or call 559-981-2046 (FOX26) — A date night dinner turned into an unsettling experience for a Fresno couple when they discovered a cockroach crawling through their seafood dish at Mitsui Buffet in Clovis last week Lilly Holsworth and Anthony Moua were halfway through their meal when the insect sighting abruptly ended their dinner she got a plate of their seafood bowl and I was gonna go get some too until I saw something moving about," said Moua I went 'Oh my gosh!' I still had a couple crawfish left on my plate and I said I don't feel comfortable here eating anymore," said Holsworth The couple had to ask twice to get reimbursed for their meal and never received an apology from the management The Fresno County Health Department encourages the public to report any concerns about restaurant hygiene very much rely on the public to be our eyes and ears and to call in those concerns to our office so we can investigate and focus on those specific complaint concerns," said Matthew Gore He added that pictures or videos can be very helpful in showing the problem the health department made two visits to Mitsui Buffet uncovering a long list of violations including improperly stored food and grime and waste accumulated on shelves Employees were also found smoking in the storage area FOX26 News reached out to the manager of Mitsui Buffet for comment but has yet to receive a response the Fresno County Health Department can be contacted at 559-600-3357 or via email at environmentalhealth@fresnocountyca.gov [POLL] How many food violations is to many? Saint Jude has a limited number of tickets left Tickets are 100$1-800-543-5887 until 5 p.m CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — A growing memorial now stands outside a McDonald’s in Clovis after a shooting Wednesday night claimed the life of 18-year-old Caleb James Quick Clovis police responded to reports of gunfire in the Willow Shopping Center near Nees and Willow Avenues When officers arrived, they found Quick suffering from a gunshot wound was seen wearing a black hoodie and carrying a handgun Quick was a senor at Clovis Online School and a devoted member of Clovis Hills Church very outgoing and respectful—but also goofy a close friend of Quick’s and fellow church member Kirk said McDonald’s was a regular hangout spot after Wednesday “Youth Night” services at their church “He would always get two or four McChickens,” she said with a smile Senior Pastor Sean Beaty of Clovis Hills Church opened the church doors to the community offering prayers and support to those mourning Quick’s loss “Caleb was a hilarious and vibrant young man,” Pastor Beaty said He loved when the worship music would play.” The church will be hosting a celebration of life for quick on May 24 Those who would like to attend or show support can find the church on International and Willow Avenues Family and friends also say Caleb had dreams of joining the United States Air Force love of country and commitment to his future in the Air Force showed the strength of his character and the depth of his spirit A GoFundMe fundraiser has also been set up to help Caleb's family Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the Clovis Police Department at (559) 324-2800 or Valley Crime Stoppers at 559) 498-7867 2025 — The Clovis Police Department held a press conference Friday morning at their headquarters in regard to the shooting suspect that took the life of Clovis teen in the parking lot of McDonald’s located at Willow and Nees was a senior at Clovis Online School and previously attended Buchanan High School He went to McDonald’s to meet up with friends The suspect was wearing an all black hoodie that covered his head while carrying a handgun and wearing a mask He lingered in the restaurant for 13 minutes staring at Quick and then shot him in the head in the parking lot before 9 p.m Law enforcement are saying it was a “targeted “Through video surveillance we were able to confirm the suspect was picked up in a neighborhood west of Willow by a Tesla that was driven by an unknown driver a white Model 3,” said police chief Curt Fleming Clovis PD has authored multiple search warrants while processing physical and digital evidence and have interviewed in excess of over 50 people including witnesses along with tips from the community The police describe the suspect as a light skinned Hispanic or white male between 5’10” to 6‘0 tall and his whereabouts are still unknown They’re looking toward the community for any assistance or tips that prove helpful to the case No more surveillance footage will be released “Our number one goal is to keep our community safe When I got the phone call and ultimately when I saw the video and how it transpired I was shocked This doesn’t happen in our city and I don’t want it to be a common occurrence,” said Fleming this is the sole thing we’re working on right now Everything else has taken a back seat and this is our focus.” Fleming informed the Clovis Roundup that the Clovis PD is collaborating with additional law enforcement from Fresno PD and the Sheriff’s Department and Madera County to help them with the case Representatives from Valley Crime Stoppers They’ve increased the reward money to $10,000 “This is one of the worst crimes that I’ve had A young guy that young with his whole life ahead of him and cut short like that and there’s no reason for that whatsoever This shocks the community as a whole,” said Mendoza “It’s a high priority for everyone involved because of the nature of the crime being a targeted homicide We want do everything that we can to get this case solved as quickly as possible,” said Mataram If you have an information regarding the case call the Clovis Police Department or Valley Crime Stoppers (559) 498-STOP Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application passed away peacefully at his son’s home on Friday Clovis was the second child of Elmer and Ruth (Brigham) Woxland and was born in Winona Clovis worked on the family farm and also worked for the family business Clovis met Carol Harris and they were married August 14 Clovis worked for Rochester Silo and Madison Silo building silos throughout the Midwest MN areas before moving to the Mabel area in 1975 They owned and operated Woxland’s Pump Repair in Mabel and have serviced well pumps throughout the entire area February marked 50 years that Woxland’s Pump Repair had been in business Carol proceeded Clovis in death on December 12 They had just celebrated 40 years of marriage Clovis met Della Jetson Mehaffey and they were united in marriage on August 26 Clovis is survived by his second wife Della his children: Audrey of Mabel; Brandy of Nashua He is further survived by his grandchildren: Amanda of Mabel; Lyndsey (Austin) of Prairie du Chein and great grandchildren: Brayden of Caledonia MN and brothers and sisters: Corinne of Preston Clovis was proceeded in death by his first wife The family would like to thank Gundersen Lutheran Hospital Stephanie from Fillmore County Human Services Michelle from Fillmore County Public Health for their support and compassion for Clovis and for the family He will be laid to rest at West Grace Cemetery Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service – Rushford is assisting the family with arrangements please follow this link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc0MTI4NTYzOTM1MjkzMCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw== Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Fresno County has nearly 90 hotels and motels offering a total of more than 10,000 hotel rooms The array of lodging options allows for visitors to be conveniently located in close proximity to the lineup of area attractions they wish to explore.  Our calendar is the number one resource for events happening in Fresno County From outdoor trails to spots locals actually love Fresno County is your base for real adventures Explore things to do around the county and beyond—like easy day trips to nearby national parks Looking for places to eat in the Fresno/Clovis area Here are some of the locals' favorite restaurants in Fresno County it's almost time for the 111th Clovis Rodeo The annual rodeo will be back in town from April 23-27 Whether you're going for the first time or the twentieth Here are five things you simply can't miss:  Watch as cowboys from all over the country take part in one of the most thrilling and dangerous sports—bull riding The competition at the Clovis Rodeo is fierce with skilled riders hoping to make it to the top See riders with the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) and Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA). The adrenaline-fueled excitement of bull riding coupled with the skill and bravery of the riders makes it a favorite among rodeo fans.  Mutton Bustin' is truly a fan favorite at the Clovis Rodeo The event is specially designed for young children ages 5-7 Parents and spectators cheer on the young riders as they try their best to hold on to their woolly steeds making for a memorable and entertaining experience for all involved. The competition is fun and lighthearted with the emphasis on the kids having a good time!  The Clovis Rodeo features a lineup of top musical performers who take the stage after the day's rodeo events have concluded The concerts are held in a large outdoor arena and they draw thousands of fans who come to enjoy the music and festivities The concerts at Clovis Rodeo feature a range of country and rock artists. This year's line-up includes Tucker Wetmore Whether you are a die-hard fan of country music or simply enjoy live performances the concerts at the Clovis Rodeo are sure to provide an unforgettable experience Dance the night away to some of country music's stars at the Clovis Rodeo Dance This annual event takes place the Saturday of rodeo weekend at the Clovis Rodeo Hall. The atmosphere is electric with the sound of music filling the air! This year there will be line-dancing expert Tammy Velasquez of LineDance Therapy joining the party and leading some line dancing moves.  Parking in the Clovis Rodeo west parking lot (off of Clovis Avenue) is free. Additionally there is a free rodeo shuttle available for pick-up and drop-offs This is California from a different view and a hell of a lot more We are home to a diverse community with a deep pride in the area from thrilling outdoor adventures to the heartland of farm-to-fork dining and Sequoia—stand within a 90-minute drive to Fresno and Clovis Here the sun shines for more than 300 days of the year © 2025 Fresno/Clovis Convention & Visitors Bureau Kansas offensive lineman Bryce Cabeldue (77) looks to make a block during a Nov in the sixth round of the NFL Draft on Saturday a New Mexico native has been selected in the NFL Draft The Seattle Seahawks drafted Kansas guard and Clovis native Bryce Cabeldue with the 192nd overall pick in the sixth round of the NFL Draft on Saturday Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content Sean Reider covers college football and other sports for the Journal. 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READ MORETesla vandal caught on camera in Clovis (FOX26) — A man police believe was caught on camera vandalizing a Tesla in Clovis has been arrested Police arrested 76-year-old Stephen Shannon on Monday for the crime that happened on Sunday Shannon lives in the foothills of Fresno County and drives a light green Subaru Outback Sport He was booked into Fresno County Jail and charged with one count of vandalism over $400 for slashing a tire on a Tesla He was issued a citation and court date and released on bail the Tesla owner reported her car was vandalized in Clovis She called the Clovis Police Department to report a man parked next to the Tesla at the Save Mart at Fowler and Herndon at 6:43 p.m Video recorded by the Tesla's security camera showed the man park his Subaru next to her car The report was taken for misdemeanor vandalism and the damage was a slashed right rear tire call the Clovis Police Department at (559) 324-2800 she has only had the Tesla for 6 months and less than 1000 miles on the tires The owner wanted him identified so this doesn't happen to other Tesla owners Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInCLOVIS (KFDA) - Clovis police say state officials have arrested a wanted man on violent charges including kidnapping and aggravated battery Officials say New Mexico State Police arrested 42-year-old Christopher Gipson while walking near Albertsons on Prince Street Police say he was changing clothes when he saw an officer and ran away Police say Gipson has also been identified as a suspect in a second robbery of a massage parlor on Prince Street in March 2024 The report states there were similar circumstances in this incident including the battery and robbery of an employee working at the time Police say the case is still being investigated and a warrant will be issued with additional charges “A big thank you to our State Police and Curry County Sherriff’s Office for their assistance in locating Gipson Outstanding teamwork by all agencies involved,” according to a statement from Clovis Police Chief Trevor Thron dispatch received a call and could hear what was believed to be groaning and crying Officers responded to a massage parlor on Prince Street near Connie Lane and found a 60-year-old woman bleeding from wounds on her head and body She was taken to Plains Regional Medical Center before being transferred to a hospital in Lubbock Officials identified Gipson as the suspect in the case Police issued an arrest warrant on the charges of kidnapping assault with intent of commit a violent felony Anyone who believes they have seen Gipson is asked to call the Clovis Police Department immediately at 575-769-1921 Anonymous tips can be submitted to Clovis police online here Tips can also be called in to the Curry County Crime Stoppers at 575-763-7000 (FOX26) — The Clovis Police Department has released surveillance video to address inaccuracies circulating on social media regarding a recent incident involving a group of juveniles and a man outside a Target store officers responded to a disturbance at the store at Shaw and Clovis Avenues who was entering the store with his wife and son and a group of juveniles A verbal confrontation escalated into a fight between Tucay and some of the juveniles Early reporting was that Tucay suffered extensive injuries after being assaulted by at least two juveniles After reviewing Target's surveillance video police determined both Tucay and a juvenile sustained serious injuries during the incident The video shows Tucay holding onto a male juvenile's hair and refusing to let go despite multiple individuals Emergency medical services responded and treated several individuals who were then transported to the hospital in stable condition Several arrests were made, but some charges were not filed by the Fresno County District Attorney's Office "We recognize that the District Attorney must meet a different legal standard for filing charges and pursuing a conviction The Clovis Police Department respects and supports the DA's decision not to pursue charges in this case." Police have released the videos to provide context No trip to Fresno County is complete until you've visited Old Town Clovis—a charming western-themed downtown Take a stroll in the neighborhood to discover the unique businesses and learn about the area's fascinating past Be sure to check out these spots as you explore and get ready for Big Hat Days this weekend.  Learn about Clovis' rich history as you go through the Clovis Big Dry Creek Museum The museum is located in what was once the first bank in Clovis memorabilia belonging to Ken "Festus" Curtis of Gunsmoke (who retired in Clovis) and a piece of the Shaver Lake-Clovis flume (which used to transport lumber and water from the Fresno County foothills down to the Valley floor) The museum is run by volunteers who care about sharing a piece of their community's history with all who visit.  In Clovis' Veterans Memorial District you'll learn about the city's dedication to honoring veterans and how that spirit has remained in Clovis' foundation since its early beginnings Stop by the Clovis Heritage Museum where you'll learn about the start of the city's cherished traditions service members from the community stood up in times of adversity to make the ultimate sacrifice for our country.  Outside the Clovis Rodeo Grounds is a statue paying tribute to an iconic bull rider and a legendary moment in rodeo history a champion bull rider who rode the famous bull for a full 8 seconds—a feat that hadn't been accomplished by any other rider and has been a place where rodeo fans can pay their respects to a legend of the sport.  This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page — It was just two weeks ago that Huntington Beach declared itself a non-sanctuary city after hearing an earful from local residents The city council's vote took effect immediately defying the state's current sanctuary state law that's been in effect since 2017 It says state and local resources can't be used to help federal immigration authorities Huntington Beach's city attorney told the council it's time the state got out of the way of local law enforcement to protect innocent citizens Clovis Mayor Pro Tem Diane Pearce is calling for her city to follow in Huntington Beach's footsteps I started getting requests from residents in Clovis asking me if I thought that was something that we could bring before our city council as well," she said Pearce says she took it to Facebook to ask residents the following question "Would you like to see Clovis declare itself a "non-sanctuary city?" A discussion on a non-sanctuary designation sparked a debate even before Tuesday's council meeting in Clovis She says due to the feedback she's received it encouraged her to bring the discussion to the table "Based on the strong and vast support that I found from doing that and came to the decision that it was appropriate to bring that to my colleagues and see if we can follow Huntington Beach's lead and declare Clovis a non-sanctuary city," said Pearce that was the start of the conversation at Tuesday night's city council meeting Many approached the podium to share their thoughts on whether to make the city of a clovis a non-sanctuary city “We should partner with Huntington Beach whose entire city council voted to be a non-sanctuary city " said someone who supported the idea we can work with the feds to remove criminal aliens in our community "I'm against putting a non- sanctuary resolution on the agenda...Raids that have happened so far have led to swipes have picked up not just criminals pregnant women and shipped them off without hearings." Another Clovis Resident speaking in favor of Pearce's proposal said “We got up to 10 million undocumented invaders A Clovis Resident speaking against her proposal said “I didn’t know there was a lot of crime done by illegal...they're here because they left the country “I don’t support this measure," said another Clovis resident who opposed the idea "We are one of safest communities in the valley and the state I didn’t know we had a lot of crime by illegal immigrants in Clovis.” FOX26 News asked Pearce if the risk of getting sued by the state for violating state law worth it by becoming a non-sanctuary city if that is the cost of keeping the public safe As soon as we hear whether Pearce's proposal will make it on next meeting's agenda Pearce posted the following statement on Facebook: If you have comments on the show, send us a note to beargrease@themeateater.com Connect with Clay and MeatEater Clay on Instagram MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Ninth Judicial District Attorney Quentin Ray announced the Clovis Police Department was alerted by the Colorado Ped Patrol an organization that requested officers to investigate Harper's home regarding a sex offense The organization reported that Harper had initiated contact on Facebook with a fake account posing as a 13-year-old girl named “Molly.” Harper engaged in sexually explicit conversations with “Molly” and attempted to arrange an in-person meeting including images of himself engaging in sexual activity with one of his dogs Harper admitted to communicating with “Molly,” believing her to be a 14-year-old girl He also confessed to having sexual intercourse with at least one of his dogs and possessing numerous photos containing child pornography on his phone A search warrant executed on Harper’s phone confirmed the information provided to officers Harper was sentenced to 11 and a half years in prison He is required to register as a sex offender for life or exercising control over any animal for 15 years the maximum period allowed under New Mexico law 2025Monday marked the soft-opening for the new green space at Letterman Park -- on Villa near Barstow.CLOVIS (KFSN) -- Action News was in the Clovis neighborhood to check out the city's second dog park Monday marked the soft-opening for the new green space at Letterman Park -- on Villa near Barstow Dogs and their human companions are invited to come check out the space a station offering complimentary dog waste bags and a water fountain that includes a bowl for our furry friends An official grand opening is still in the works (FOX26) — A road rage incident escalated into a shooting late Thursday night Officers were dispatched to the area of Fowler and Ashlan Avenues just before 11 p.m following reports of gunfire between two vehicles The altercation began near Clovis and Shaw Avenues where police say a road rage confrontation happened [RELATED]Police arrest two after violent money dispute in Clovis the suspect fired two shots at the victim's vehicle striking the hood and driver's side window Witnesses and the city's camera network helped identify the suspect and his vehicle A search warrant was later executed at a residence near Sunnyside and Shaw Avenues which led to the arrest of 35-year-old Hector Lopez of Clovis Detectives discovered evidence buried in the backyard They said Lopez's child was in the back seat of his truck during the shooting including being a felon in possession of a firearm The child was safely turned over to family members and no injuries were reported during the incident or the subsequent arrest (FOX26) — The Fresno County Department of Public Health (FCDPH) has confirmed a second case of measles in an unvaccinated adult in Fresno County This case is linked to a previously confirmed measles case [RELATED]Health officials to discuss measles exposure risk in Fresno and Madera counties The FCDPH is collaborating with healthcare providers and state agencies to investigate the case the risk to the general public remains low as most individuals are protected through routine childhood measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccination which is highly effective in preventing infection The individual visited WinCo Foods at Peach and Ashlan Avenues in Clovis on Thursday The FCDPH urges anyone who was present at this location during the specified time to complete a survey by clicking here to help assess potential exposure and health status All information collected will remain confidential Measles is a highly contagious respiratory illness that spreads through the air when an infected person breathes Symptoms can take 7 to 21 days to develop following exposure with the infectious period starting four days before the onset of a rash and lasting until four days after the rash appears and a skin rash that starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body Certain groups are at higher risk for severe illness The FCDPH recommends that unvaccinated individuals or those in at-risk groups stay home and monitor for symptoms individuals should contact their healthcare provider and avoid using public transportation to prevent exposing others Vaccination remains the best protection against measles The MMR or MMRV vaccine is safe and highly effective The FCDPH Immunization Clinic offers the MMR vaccine for uninsured individuals or those with Medi-Cal the Fresno County Rural Mobile Health Program provides the vaccine at no cost to rural residents For more information about measles, visit www.fcdph.org 2025 — Clovis native and professional golfer Bryson DeChambeau has his sights set on an ambitious endeavor that could reshape the region’s sports landscape The former Clovis East graduate is planning a sprawling multi-sport complex and golf course covering more than 200 acres near Clovis While the exact location and backers remain undisclosed DeChambeau has shared his expansive vision for the project In a recent interview on Joe Pompliano’s podcast DeChambeau described his dream as a “multi-sports complex center the whole thing.” He believes the development will increase the size of the community where he grew up by approximately 30 percent Partnering with Cook Land Company of Fresno DeChambeau is leveraging his success—including a reported $125 million contract from LIV Golf—to fund the project expressed support for efforts that promote youth sports and economic growth in Clovis but declined to provide additional details at this time the project has yet to receive formal approval Neither Fresno County nor the City of Clovis has received permit applications for the development which DeChambeau estimates could take 12 to 15 months to secure One key component of DeChambeau’s plan is increasing access to golf for young athletes He envisions the sports complex as a resource for students at Clovis Unified School District (CUSD) It will be great for those kids—the accessibility they don’t have right now in the Central Valley,” DeChambeau said While CUSD has not formally partnered with DeChambeau district spokesperson Kelly Avants acknowledged the potential impact of such a development “We heard Bryson’s comments on a recent podcast and are excited about the possibilities a project like this could have for the community and our golf teams,” Avants said DeChambeau’s commitment to growing the game of golf extends beyond Clovis Open champion has become a popular figure on YouTube using his platform to attract new audiences to the sport His strategy includes a structured three-step approach: introducing beginners to the driving range and transitioning them onto the golf course “Making it economically viable and more accessible are two massive things,” DeChambeau explained “You have to have it in one place—a community center that is easy to access and affordable.” He hopes to expand this model to other locations and develop golf academies worldwide his energy is centered on securing permits and laying the groundwork for what could be a game-changing addition to the Clovis sports community As he prepares for the upcoming LIV Golf season DeChambeau remains committed to seeing his hometown project come to life his mega-sports complex could leave a lasting legacy ensuring future generations of Clovis athletes have access to world-class facilities and opportunities in the game he loves Luke Bryan will be bringing his annual Farm Tour to California for the first time in May Country music star Luke Bryan will be coming to the Central Valley this spring as part of his 2025 Farm Tour Clovis will be the second stop on his three-stop swing through California He will be performing in Clovis on May 16 at The Ponds at Harlan Ranch His other two stops will be in Atwater at The Castle Airport on May 15 and in Shafter at Sillect Farms on May 17 It will be the 16th year of Bryan’s Farm Tour with more than 100,000 fans attending the tour each year since it began in 2009 The effort is meant to give back to farmers and has awarded 84 college scholarships to students from farming families Pharmaceutical company Bayer joined the tour in 2015 and is once again presenting sponsor With more than 24 billion global streams of his music Bryan has previously performed at venues such as the Save Mart Center fourth generation farmer and CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau this is the first time the Farm Tour will be coming to California Jacobsen helped bring the “Country Girl (Shake It For Me)” and “Knockin’ Boots” singer to Clovis by finding a suitable farm for Bryan to perform at He gave two reasons why The Ponds at Harlan Ranch was chosen as the location: it is on an active farm and is in close proximity to many people “I’m super excited to bring Luke here,” Jacobsen said the exciting part of it is the farm aspect He’s done several of these on the East Coast and in the Midwest where he actually has the concerts on the farm We’re excited to have him here in the Valley for three different concerts.” Following a year of voluntary registration A Fresno County farmer will spend some time in prison A Fresno-based manufacturer with an international presence recently announced a Nisei Farmers League President Manuel Cunha Jr. BLOG: Bill advances that would undermine PAGA reform Reform of the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) was one BLOG: Should breaking news alter your investment strategy? please create a FREE account OR login here SKIP THE POP-UPS — Subscribe Today & Save $20 Stay informed with The Business Journal—your go-to source for local business news and insights Already a member? CLICK HERE to login Unlock unlimited access to TheBusinessJournal.com and start receiving exclusive business news and insights today 2025Famous donut chain Randy's Donuts has announced a third location is coming to the Central Valley.CLOVIS the famous chain known for its giant rooftop donut has announced a third location set to open in the Central Valley The third location will be located in Clovis The site will take over the building formerly occupied by Yummiez Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt off Shaw between Sunnyside and Cole Randy's previously announced two other locations in Fresno One will be located in northeast Fresno across the street from Fresno State and another in northwest Fresno at Bullard and Palm Despite the anticipation from community members openings for both of these sites have been pushed back for several months Randy's has yet to issue opening dates for any of their upcoming locations.