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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 New York Times’ investigation into abuse by the late labor rights leader Cesar Chavez led to swift condemnation by the public. On today’s episode we discuss the fallout with Manny Fernandez, a Fresno native who co-authored the report. Plus, the latest news headlines: Judge orders physician to oversee Kern County immigration center; and support for major water tunnel dwindles.

Comedian, writer and actor Patton Oswalt will debut his latest stand-up material on Friday at Warnor’s Theater in Fresno. On today’s episode, Oswalt discusses creativity, artificial intelligence, and why he’s secretive about what’s in his show. Plus, the latest news headlines: California's snowpack is dismally low; and the CSU releases a major study on artificial intelligence.

Universal transitional kindergarten fully launched last year after a multi-year rollout by Gov. Gavin Newsom. It aims to ensure high quality early childhood education for children no matter their income. But KVPR's Rachel Livinal reports the program is behind in a few ways. She joins today's episode to discuss her new reporting. Plus the latest news headlines: Researchers worry farmworkers are not being protected from the early heatwave; and a new baseball rivalry series launches in the Valley.

In his latest book, a Bakersfield College professor explores the lesser-known history of civil rights with a focus on Bakersfield. Oliver Rosales, who holds a doctorate in history, discusses his research and highlights the introduction of ethnic studies courses into local schools.

For years, March 31st has been known as “Cesar Chavez Day.” But earlier in March, the New York Times published a bombshell investigation alleging the late civil rights leader sexually abused and assaulted women and girls in the 1960s and 70s. Some states have scrambled to rename the day. And farmworker communities are reeling – especially in Kern County. KVPR’s Kerry Klein has the view from the town of Delano, where the labor movement was born. Plus, the latest news headlines: Kings County and Avenal tussle over fire services; and Merced College claims KVPR is costing them money amid reporting investigation.

Renters in the city of Merced are pushing to improve housing conditions. Some say they live in unsafe conditions and are calling out so-called slumlords for the problem. Alma Villegas with The Merced FOCUS breaks down how the residents are organizing and how the city is responding. Plus, the latest news headlines: Local reaction to damning reports about the late civil rights leader Cesar E. Chavez.

Bull riders are descending on Fresno for the Professional Bull Riders Velocity Tour at the Save-Mart Center this weekend. On today’s episode, bull rider Edgardo Figueroa tells us what eight seconds on a bucking bull is really like.

In the small Kings County town of Avenal, city leaders are embroiled in a very messy dispute. The majority of its city council members are facing a recall by residents, and the county and city have slung lawsuits at each other over public meeting laws and special elections. KVPR’s Jonathan Linden speaks with us about how this all started. Plus, the latest news headlines: California threatens Valley cities, counties over housing; and a bill to protect houses of worship fails to advance in the state senate.

Archibald Brabazon Sparrow Acheson, the 4th Earl of Gosford, was a member of the British House of Lords and played an important role in the coronation of Edward the VII in 1901. He also owned a large farm near Bakersfield.