Top stories: Honey Man respect; Fresno Bee hires; Accused ‘getaway driver’ ruled a juvenile
The Fresno Bee published several notable stories Friday spanning community remembrance, criminal justice, local politics and newsroom expansion. Readers caught up on a beloved Clovis figure, a major court ruling and a contentious county vote.
We assemble this list each evening, so you can get caught up on the top Fresno Bee stories of the day
Clovis ‘Honey Man’ dies after years of selling honey, sharing humanity on side of road: Richard Sanchez, 91, known as the Clovis Honey Man, died Tuesday night at his home after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. For 18 years, Sanchez sold honey on rural roadsides near Temperance and Olive avenues, using the time to share Bible scriptures and pray with customers. His family only learned of his deep impact after social media posts drew hundreds of stories from strangers he had touched. Click here for full story.
Caleb Quick murder defendant won’t be transferred to adult court, Fresno judge says: Fresno Superior Court Judge Kimberly A. Gaab ruled Friday that Cassie Michael, accused of being the getaway driver in the execution-style killing of 18-year-old Caleb Quick, will remain in the juvenile justice system. The judge said prosecutors failed to prove Michael could not be rehabilitated before age 25. Witnesses testified she graduated high school early and tutored others while in juvenile detention. Click here for full story.
Fresno supervisors send cruel message of exclusion to LGBTQ+ community | Opinion: In a 3-2 vote Tuesday, Supervisors Garry Bredefeld, Nathan Magsig and Buddy Mendes barred the Fresno County Public Library from participating in the Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade and Festival and from celebrating Pride Month. The $125 participation fee had already been waived by organizers. Opinion writer Madison Nield, a PFLAG Fresno board member, argues the vote sends a damaging message of exclusion. Click here for full story.
We’re bolstering our reporting team. Meet the new faces at The Fresno Bee: Two new journalists joined The Fresno Bee this month to strengthen local newsgathering. David Taub, a longtime Central Valley journalist with 10 years at GV Wire, starts Monday, May 18, as civic watchdog reporter. Clovis resident Hana Tilksew, a rising junior at Yale University, began a 10-week summer internship this week. Click here for full story.
Original stories by Bryant-Jon Anteola, Thaddeus Miller and Christopher Kirkpatrick
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This story was originally published May 15, 2026 at 5:23 PM.
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