The City of Fresno is charting a new path forward for Measure P arts grants. But community trust remains at stake after an embezzlement scandal threatened the last round of funding. We speak to a Fresnoland reporter about how the city proposes to address issues of transparency. Plus, the latest news headlines: Governor Gavin Newsom announces three new state parks; and the legal fight over state homelessness funds.

Classic theater in Fresno is getting an upgrade with the second season of Chanticleer Shakespeare Company opening this week with a production of The Tempest. This season, the city’s only professional theater company is adding creative flair with a collaboration with the Fresno Philharmonic. Plus, the latest news headlines: Delano leaders vote to remove Cesar Chavez’s name from public areas; and Fresno Unified’s budget deficit grows.

Dust may be something that most of us only contemplate when cleaning. But researchers at UC Merced and throughout California say dust particles play a role in many parts of everyday life. KVPR reporter Rachel Livinal reports on research into the role of dust in our health, environment and climate. Plus, the latest news headlines: two people formerly involved in Bitwise Industries and the Fresno Arts Council plead guilty to wire fraud; and another Democratic candidate drops out of the governor’s race.

The Jim Henson Company – which created Sesame Street, The Muppets, and Fraggle Rock – is bringing a new cast of characters to the Central Valley with the premiere of a PBS Kids show. “Wowsabout” was filmed in Sequoia National Park and aims to inspire families to experience and appreciate the world outside. On today’s episode, KVPR’s Soreath Hok speaks to the creators behind the show, Halle Stanford and Dorien Davies.

A bill that would require an ID card to vote is making its way through Congress - and a similar measure is nearing California’s November ballot. How could voter ID requirements affect local elections? KVPR reporter Samantha Rangel spoke with elections officials in Fresno and Merced counties. Plus, the latest news headlines: a Mariposa woman was identified as the victim of a deadly tunnel collapse; and state lawmakers consider further restrictions on cell phone use in schools.

CSU Bakersfield announced this week that the head coach of its women’s basketball team is resigning. The departure is just the latest in a series of controversies for the athletics department. On today’s episode, 23ABC Senior Reporter Mike Hart breaks down the turmoil within CSU Bakersfield’s sports. Plus, the latest news headlines: a bill barring sex offenders from office clears a hurdle in Sacramento, and an environmental group warns against a blast mine near the San Joaquin River.

Tomorrow would have been the 55th birthday of the late Mexican-American singer Selena. Now, a new book features essays and poems about the legendary pop star. Fresno State professor Larissa Mercado Lopez, who co-edited the book, reflects on the lasting impact of Selena’s legacy, what the singer means to many Mexican-Americans, and what she hopes readers will take away from the book. Plus, the latest news headlines: a transportation sales tax nears the ballot in Fresno County, and a rockslide closes part of Highway 140 into Yosemite.

The U.S. Forest Service recently announced that it would be closing three-quarters of its research facilities – including one in Fresno. Today, we speak with forest researcher and professor Matthew Hurteau about these changes and what they could mean for forest research. Plus, the latest news headlines: Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell drops his bid for California governor and announces he’ll resign from Congress; and a Fresno high school receives some of the state’s highest UC Berkeley acceptance rates.

Fresno city leaders are feeling the pressure to keep a major project known as the Southeast Development Area (SEDA) alive. On today’s episode, a behind-the-scenes look at how tensions over the contentious project escalated over text messages from Fresno’s mayor ahead of a crucial vote.

Environmentalists are questioning how oil and gas regulators will monitor hazardous incidents after California moved to increase oil production following a three-year moratorium on new drilling permits. On today’s show, journalist Marek Warszawski reports on a Kern County oil operator facing multiple criminal charges stemming from oil permitting violations. Plus, the latest news headlines: Texts reveal backdoor push over Fresno expansion plans, and a popular restaurant owner is in the hospital.