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What's up Fresno! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Fresno fire leaders are urgently speaking out about suicide now
  • Why 15 bullets hit a northwest Fresno home before dawn
  • How Fresno State debaters teamed up with Valley State Prison students

Also on today's calendar: Comedy Show : Just The Tips headlining Danny Minch and 3 more events.

Find out what's happening in Fresnofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Fresnofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Sunday: Dense fog in the morning, with a high of 44 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Monday: Dense fog in the morning, temps: high: 52, low: 42.
  • Tuesday: Low clouds, then some sun, with a high of 51 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 4 CA firefighters died by suicide in last 90 days, association president shares own struggles (abc30.com) — Fresno firefighters and mental health advocates are sounding the alarm about a surge in firefighter suicides statewide, highlighting local peer support efforts within Fresno Fire and NAMI Fresno. California Professional Firefighters Association president Brian Rice shares his own suicide attempt and addiction struggles to encourage others to seek help. Local leaders stress that trauma is constant for first responders and that asking for support is vital.
   

• 15 shots fired into Fresno home, no one injured, police say (yourcentralvalley.com) — Five people inside a northwest Fresno home were unharmed after two suspects fired about 15 shots at the house on North Knoll Drive early Saturday morning, police say. Bullets hit the garage and living room wall, and investigators are still searching for two men in a dark sedan while asking residents to share any information.
   

• Week in Review: December 12, 2025 (ca.gov) — Fresno County youth benefit from a donation raised by incarcerated residents at Avenal State Prison, helping Coalinga High’s Class of 2028 afford key graduation costs. Fresno State’s debate team also partnered with Valley State Prison students for a semester-long debate program, while prisons statewide hosted training, charity golf, and holiday events supporting Central Valley kids.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Sunday December 14
  • Monthly Coffee and Brunch with SWAC
    Corner Bakery Cafe , 8464 N Friant Rd , Fresno
    10:30 am
  • The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others - A Celebration of Film Music
    Warnors Theatre , 1400 Fulton St , Fresno
    4:00 pm
  • BarrelHouse Brewing Co. — Rockaholics
    BarrelHouse Brewing Fresno - Taproom , 145 E Paseo del Centro , Fresno
    4:00 pm
    • Monday December 15
  • Gillis: Teen Bad Art Night
    Gillis Neighborhood Library , 629 West Dakota Avenue , Fresno
    4:30 pm
    • Tuesday December 16
  • Literacy Services Presents: English for Anyone, Beginners
    Betty Rodriguez Regional Library BRR Study Room A
    9:15 am
  • Literacy Services Presents: English Conversation Circle
    Betty Rodriguez Regional Library Innovation Lab
    9:15 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Children of California's Oldest Armenian Church to Share the Christmas Story —Philip Tavlian Read on Patch
  • This morning I went out to share tamales and coffee with our unhoused neighbors.
    Many were thankful, and even though not everyone was in the best mood, I was grateful for the chance to spread a little kindness. (Nextdoor Figarden)
  • I would like to thank the wonderful family who found Ace gave him baths and went from neighbors to neighbors to return him home.
    We are beyond thankful. I was just so happy that he was home that I forgot to ask for this kind family’s information. If this family is on here… (Nextdoor Sunnyside West)
  • Molly Maid posted a job opening for Customer Service Lead in Fresno. Apply here.
  • Bodega Latina Corporation - El Super posted a job opening for El Super #69 Fresno Gantt - Grocery Clerk in Fresno. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fresno here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Karbassi drops bid for elections chief, vows oversight as he campaigns for Board of Supervisors (abc30.com)

Ok Fresno! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I didn’t lose a tooth, Mom. It’s right here in my pocket.
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