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We’re live and nearing the final day of our summer membership drive over KVPR. We’re looking for folks to become monthly members and keep public radio in the San Joaquin Valley strong. It’s easy to donate. Here’s how to do it: kvpr.org/donate

A text message reviewed by KVPR appears to show at least one Fresno City Council member was pressured to force Police Chief Paco Balderrama to resign in order to avoid legal action against the city. kvpr.org/local-news/202…

This bombshell @kvpr story by Kerry Klein and Cres breaks a dizzying amount of news, including word that the city investigation into its embattled police chief "is not expected to find that Balderrama violated policy." 1/2

Another example of why local media, local reporters, who care about local issues is so vital. Great reporting by KVPR. Many layers to this that Fresno and Madera citizens should sit up and take note of!

.Josh Yeager captured images of the destruction in the town of Havilah, in Kern County, after it was destroyed by the #BorelFire. A long road to recovery is ahead. KVPR Report for America Latest: kvpr.org/environment/20…

Great coverage by @kvpr’s Kern County reporter Joshua Yeager, from the historic town of Havilah which was largely destroyed over the weekend in the #borelfire KVPR_Joshy Cres Report for America

In California’s desert, refugees from Afghanistan make a new life for themselves. Josh Yeager KVPR/Report for America kvpr.org/community/2024…

the way I’ve been relying exclusively on KVPR & Instagram for fire updates in my home county… they do such a good job chasing down stories across the sprawling Central Valley that many others ignore or don’t have time for

I learned earlier this summer that Merced victims of sexual violence can't get a forensic medical exam (aka "rape kit") locally. The must drive at least 45 mins to the nearest location. During my reporting, I learned of an effort to change that. themercedfocus.org/a-crucial-serv…

THREAD 1/ Today Businessweek published my investigation into how Yosemite, the birthplace of the national parks, has become more dangerous for people and wildlife alike on the watch of Aramark, the private contractor that runs most visitor services. Gift link: bloomberg.com/features/2024-…

Prolonged periods of extreme heat are the deadliest forms of weather in the country. In the San Joaquin Valley, adults 65 and over account for 12% of the population but 28% of all heat-related deaths since 2020. In collaboration with Public Health Watch: kvpr.org/environment/20…

How a reporter uncovered a concerning management track record at Yosemite National Park 🎧KVPR's Elizabeth Arakelian spoke with Laura Bliss from Businessweek about her recent reporting: kvpr.org/government-pol…

Thank you for having me KVPR !

🚨BIG NEWS: KVPR/NPR just won a national Edward R. Murrow Award!! It goes to Josh Yeager and his reporting around whitewater rafting in the Kern River 🎉🎉

So proud of KVPR NPR Josh Yeager winning a NATIONAL Edward R. Murrow Award for his story that took listeners on a whitewater rafting trip on the Kern River: kvpr.org/local-news/202…

Awed by the Toxic Texas Air team Public Health Watch for winning the 2024 RTDNA National Edward R #Murrow Award for Continuing Coverage. Congrats Jim Morris DavidLeffler Salina Arredondo @SavannaStrott @JCholakovska Jordan Gass-Poore' 💀 Nazmul Ahasan David Fritze

Honors for KVPR’s Report for America corps member and Kern County reporter Josh Yeager, who earned a national Murrow award this week. RTDNA

Today is California Public Radio Day! Support KVPR - the Central Valley’s NPR station - with your donation today and keep public radio strong in the Golden State! KVPR.org/donate

Calling all political junkies in the Fresno area: KVPR is hosting a watch party for next week's big presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Don't watch it alone, join us! And bring a friend. Details here: kvpr.org/community-cale…

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a controversial bill that establishes siting and design standards for industrial warehouses that, according to supporters, would better protect the health of residents living nearby. lat.ms/3zPNKwS