What were Fresno’s best-read stories? Deadly fog, ICE in Clovis — and a few surprises
Below are the five best-read stories among Fresno Bee digital subscribers last week. Each recap includes the headline and a summary to keep you informed on the local news everyone was talking about.
A gardener was detained by ICE on his way to work in Clovis. Police confirm presence
A gardener was detained by ICE agents the morning of Jan. 19 in Clovis while heading to work, according to Faith in the Valley, a community group monitoring immigration enforcement. Clovis police confirmed being notified of ICE’s presence but were not involved. This marks increased ICE activity locally. Click here to read full story.
America’s most trusted company is in California, Forbes says. See which one
NVIDIA, a Santa Clara-based semiconductor manufacturer, was ranked America’s most trusted company by Forbes, surpassing California giants like Netflix and Trader Joe’s. Forbes analyzed employee and customer sentiment, financial performance, and media trends. A collaborative culture and innovation helped NVIDIA top the list. Click here to read full story.
Pickup driver killed in foggy Fresno County crash involving big rig, CHP says
A pickup driver died in a collision Sunday morning (Jan. 18) on Clovis Avenue, involving a big rig hauling tomatoes. The semi was making a turn in dense fog when the pickup hit it, resulting in the pickup getting trapped and a small fire. Visibility was a key factor. Click here to read full story.
These restaurants and bars are coming to Fresno/Clovis in 2026. It’s a long list
Fresno and Clovis are set for many new restaurant and bar openings in 2026, with an even mix of popular chains like Chick-fil-A and Chipotle and new mom-and-pop spots. The local dining scene will see creative new concepts and expansions of favorite eateries. Click here to read full story.
Fresno Unified board trustees will receive 113% pay raises amid budget deficit
Fresno Unified School District trustees voted to more than double their stipends to $4,500 monthly starting Feb. 1. The 6-1 vote comes as the district faces budget deficits and declining enrollment, sparking debate about the timing and necessity of the raises. Click here to read full story.
These recaps were produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by Fresno Bee journalists. This content was edited by journalists in the newsroom.
This story was originally published January 28, 2026 at 2:19 PM.
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