May 21: Could Grizzly Bears Roam California Again? A New Bill Wants To Find Out

May 29: Fresno State Music Group Prepares For International Debut

Every summer, a prestigious international music festival invites students from universities around the world to perform. And for the first time ever, some of those students will hail from Fresno. KVPR’s Samantha Rangel talks with us about an ambitious group of clarinet players getting ready for an upcoming performance in South Korea. Plus, the latest news headlines: Results have been certified in a recall of Avenal’s city leaders; and sentencing for a crime spree near Yosemite National Park.

May 28: ‘Completely Ill-Equipped’ – AG Bonta Discusses Scathing Report On ICE Detention Facilities

The number of detainees in immigration custody has grown dramatically since President Donald Trump took office for the second time. In a new report, the California Attorney General's office inspected many of these facilities – including four in Kern County – and found conditions are worsening and even inhumane. Today, we speak with Attorney General Bonta to discuss this latest report and hear how some groups are pushing back against these alleged conditions. Plus, the latest news headlines: former Democratic Congressman TJ Cox reports to prison; and a major Hanford-based cheese producer expands into Tulare.

May 27: What A Valley Congressional Race Says About The National Democratic Party

One of the country’s most competitive primary races for Congress is a swing district right here in the Central Valley. Democrats here are hoping to flip a seat long held by Republican David Valadao. But first, they need a nominee. We speak with KVPR Associate Editor Kerry Klein. Plus, the latest news headlines: New data shows cuts to Medi-Cal are having a steep impact on some enrollees, and the Fresno Unified School District is implementing new rules for laptops and other electronics it issues to students.

May 26: Former Bulldog Basketball Player Shares Lessons From The Bench

Brandon Bakke, a former Fresno State men’s basketball player, has written about his time with the team, which was mostly spent on the bench. In his new book, “Lessons from the Bench,” Bakke reflects on how he found a unique purpose as a player off the court.

May 25: Introducing Central Valley Daily’s New Host Soreath Hok

After over 400 episodes, some changes are coming to Central Valley Daily. Today, the podcast's founding host, Elizabeth Arakelian, speaks with our new host, Soreath Hok. We'll learn more about Soreath's background and what she's looking forward to in this new role.