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Raised in Merced, California, Stacy Melinda is the Fresno reporter for Times Media Service. Melinda covers local news in Fresno, including city government, public policy, schools, public safety, development and community issues. Melinda holds a master's degree in communication with a focus on journalism.

Stories by Stacy Melinda

49 stories

  1. September 2026

    1 story: 1 explainer

  2. Fri

    Explainer · Election · California

    From Chino Valley School Board to Statewide Ballot: Sonja Shaw’s 2026 Bid

    Chino Valley board president Sonja Shaw led California's June primary and will face Richard Barrera in the November superintendent race.

  3. August 2026

    5 stories: 4 explainers, 1 news story

  4. Sun

    Explainer · Education · California

    California schools are returning unused Prop. 28 arts money. Here’s why

  5. Tue

    Explainer · Education · California

    California bill would add healthy-habit topics to school health framework

  6. Mon

    Explainer · Environment · California

    Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after weeks of intensive treatment in California

    The Ojai Raptor Center announced California bald eagle Jackie died Aug. 10 after three weeks of intensive veterinary care for severe anemia.

  7. Fri

    Explainer · Environment · California

    Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains critical as anemia worsens at Ojai Raptor Center

  8. Sun

    News: Education · California

    California Schools Face New All-Gender Restroom Requirement Under SB 760

  9. July 2026

    13 stories: 1 analysis, 3 explainers, 9 news stories

  10. Tue

    Explainer · Education · United States

    Education Department finalizes earnings rule for college programs that rely on federal aid

    Students may lose federal aid for college programs that leave graduates with weak earnings under a finalized Education Department rule.

  11. Sun

    Explainer · Business and Finance · United States

    Why KFC stopped calling itself Kentucky Fried Chicken — and why the myths stick

  12. Sun

    Explainer · Education · California

    UC is rethinking SAT and ACT scores. Here’s what that could mean for California students

  13. Fri

    News: Business and Finance · United States

    Panasonic recalls toaster ovens sold through Amazon and Costco over shock, fire risk

  14. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    James Carville blasts left-wing Democrats in Politicon video, warns of 2016-style loss

  15. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Senate biography still lists Lindsey Graham as South Carolina senator

  16. Tue

    News: Real Estate · California

    California clears transfer of 136-acre Blues Beach parcel to tribal nonprofit in Mendocino County

    California clears the transfer of the 136-acre Blues Beach in Mendocino County from Caltrans to tribal nonprofit Kai Poma.

  17. Tue

    Analysis · Business and Finance · United States

    Walmart’s summer price cuts put pressure on retail margins as Trump claims credit

  18. Mon

    News: Crime and Justice · California

    Newsom blames Trump for Justice Department probe as reports say inquiry began under Biden

  19. Mon

    News: Sports · California

    FIFA puts Balogun red-card ban on hold, making U.S. striker eligible against Belgium

  20. Fri

    News: Food and Dining · California

    California’s new food date-label law takes effect, standardizing ‘best by’ and ‘use by’ terms

  21. Thu

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Federal grand jury indicts former Olympian David Hearn in Reflecting Pool damage case

  22. Wed

    News: Politics · California

    California law targeting easily converted pistols takes effect as Justice Department sues

    California gun buyers can no longer purchase certain semiautomatic pistols under AB 1127, which took effect Wednesday amid a federal lawsuit.

  23. June 2026

    30 stories: 5 investigations, 1 analysis, 3 explainers, 21 news stories

  24. Sun

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Federal officials seek prosecution after vandalism damages Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

  25. Sun

    News: Food and Dining · United States

    UF specialist says green bananas can stay green after cold handling, early harvest

  26. Sun

    News: Travel · California

    Disneyland guest exits Tiana’s Bayou Adventure vehicle before final drop, prompting ride closure and state inspection

  27. Sun

    News: Travel · United States

    Duck boat overturns in Cambridge, injuring at least six near Charles River ramp

  28. Sat

    Explainer · Crime and Justice · United States

    Unexpected mail in your mailbox? Do not scan the QR code inside

    Federal agencies warn Fresno residents not to scan QR codes in unexpected mail, citing a rise in brushing and quishing scams.

  29. Sat

    News: Crime and Justice · California

    Judge declares mistrial in Palisades Fire arson case after jury deadlocks

  30. Sat

    News: Election · California

    Newsom opposes California billionaire tax, pushes federal levy instead as measure reaches November ballot

  31. Sat

    News: Travel · United States

    Viral Alberta bear video spotlights hiking safety for travelers

  32. Sat

    News: Politics · United States

    James Carville calls for Democratic ‘schism’ after New York primary wins by Mamdani-backed candidates

  33. Thu

    News: Sports · California

    Türkiye beats U.S. 3-2 in Los Angeles, but Americans still advance to round of 32

  34. Thu

    News: Business and Finance · United States

    Florida tattoo shop says it will turn away military members and veterans after anti-war post sparks backlash

    Florida's Revival Tattoo Collective announced on June 23 that it will refuse service to active-duty military members and veterans.

  35. June 2026 continues on page 2 with 19 more stories.