Isaiah Varela

Visalia

News Assignment Editor at KSEE-TV (Fresno, CA)

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Woman dies after she was shot by Fresno Police in ‘hostage situation’

2 days ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The woman shot by officers after holding a knife to a victim near Manchester Center has died following the injuries she sustained during the incident, the Fresno Police Department confirmed on Wednesday. On April 10, the Fresno Police Department responded to a FAX building outside Manchester Center in Fresno. Officers reported that 39-year-old Joanna Lopez had placed a knife on the back of a victim’s neck.
Vehicle sought in deadly hit and run crash in Tulare County

2 days ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A man is dead and a vehicle is being searched for following a crash in rural Tulare County late Tuesday night, the California Highway Patrol announced. According to CHP, a 911 call just after 11:30 p.m. reported a crash near Road 216 and Avenue 264, southeast of Exeter. Officers report a man was driving a Nissan Frontier westbound on Avenue 264, west of Road 216, while an unknown vehicle was traveling eastbound on the same road.
Visalia’s Sequoia Shuttle bus service promises cheaper fares for 2025

2 days ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

VISALIA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Need a ride for a hike? The Sequoia Shuttle will return for the 2025 season, with a few changes including cheaper fares and a streamlined schedule. According to the City of Visalia, the updated schedule includes two morning departures and two afternoon return times. However, the number of pickup locations has been reduced to improve boarding times and quicker trips into the park.
Attend this Visalia event and you may win $2,500 scholarship

2 days ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Becoming financially literate while transitioning from high school to college can feel like being thrown in the deep end. However, an event in Visalia is throwing students a life jacket. Valley Strong Credit Union will hold its 2025 Financial Literacy Day on Saturday to provide resources and services for free to the community. Attendees will experience real-world financial responsibilities through a hands-on, app-based simulation.
Fresno Police’s newest recruits sworn in: ‘Wear that uniform proudly’

3 days ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A crowd of families and friends gathered in Downtown Fresno on Tuesday to celebrate the new recruits taking part in the Fresno Police Department’s first swearing-in ceremony of the year. At the ceremony, 15 recruits and one police lateral were sworn into the agency. Five other officers were promoted to sergeants, one to a captain, and another to deputy chief. “I want you to wear that uniform proudly.
Merced man arrested after 3 calves stolen in Madera County

1 week ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A Merced man was arrested after allegedly stealing calves from a Madera County farm Wednesday, the Madera County Sheriff’s Office announced. Deputies say they were dispatched to the 19000 block of Road 1 in Madera County after receiving a report of three newborn black Angus beef calves that were stolen. Investigators report they were able to identify the suspect and eventually located and arrested 39-year-old Efrain Gonzalez of Merced.
Mental competence of man in Fresno city employee attack questioned

1 week ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The man accused of attacking an employee with the City of Fresno has had his case pushed back after the defense argued that he is not mentally competent to stand trial, court officials confirmed Wednesday. According to officials at Wednesday’s arraignment, 30-year-old Dyllan James Padavona of Fresno did not enter a plea over doubts about his mental competency. Instead, the judge allowed a mental assessment to go ahead.
IDENTIFIED: Woman ran over after jumping out truck in Friant

1 week ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The woman who was run over after jumping out of a pickup truck in Friant Tuesday evening has been identified by the Fresno County Coroner’s Office. Just before 9 p.m., CHP reported they responded to Millerton Road, north of North Fork Road, for a person who was hit by a vehicle. Officers say a woman, identified by the coroner as 34-year-old Gabrielle Mammen of Firebaugh, jumped out of a moving pickup truck and was run over after going underneath the vehicle.
$3K allegedly taken from man’s lap at Tachi Palace, deputies say

1 week ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Isaiah Varela

KINGS COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Kings County deputies are actively searching for a woman who allegedly stole thousands of dollars from a man’s pants while she was sitting on his lap. The sheriff’s office reports that on March 31, just after 5 p.m., they responded to the Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino for a theft investigation. Detectives say the woman pictured below attempted to sell jewelry to a man playing a slot machine.
Why Pismo Beach was ranked #1 small coastal town

1 week ago | kget.com | Isaiah Varela

PISMO BEACH, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Pismo Beach has been ranked as the No. 1 coastal small town across the nation. According to USA Today’s 10Best, Pismo Beach offers more than sunsets by the sea. The quiet beaches offer an array of wineries and shopping outlets. Visitors can also enjoy the sights at Dinosaur Park, the Monarch Butterfly Grove, and an award-winning boardwalk. The waters offer a great place to fish, waves for surfing, and familiar aquatic friends like Finley the Humpback Whale.