For The Madera Tribune When a vehicle crashes into a power line, passengers need to remember to stay inside the vehicle because the wires may be live. If exiting the vehicle is necessary, jump clear of the vehicle without touching the vehicle and ground at the same time . Crashing into a power pole is extremely dangerous and often deadly. These type of crashes can cause severe injuries, start fires, and leave entire neighborhoods without electricity. If one crashes into a pow

SACRAMENTO — Assemblywoman Esmeralda Soria (D-Merced) has announced plans to introduce new legislation aimed at preventing registered sex offenders from running for any local or state public office in California. The action stems from reports of a registered sex offender in Fresno expressing interest in running for Fresno City Council, an election taking place this June. “It’s deeply disturbing that this issue is unfolding in my own backyard. The idea that a registered sex o

The Madera County Clerk-Recorder’s office announced it is extending the filing period for Madera County Supervisor, District 5, to March 11. The dates, March 7-11 are an extension for nomination and declaration of candidacy period. Interested parties can visit www.votemadera.com and click on the “Interested in Running for Office” link on the home page or call the Elections Division.

For The Madera Tribune From left, Madera Elks Lodge #1919 Bingo Chair Gen Buckley, Madera Rescue Mission Executive Director Jesse Chavez, Madera Food Bank Executive Director Ryan McWherter, Leading Knight Jesus Hernandez, and Bingo Committee member Susan Flores stand together after announcing programs that received the proceeds from the Elks’ Bingo Nights. The Madera Elks Lodge #1918 made cash donations to four organizations last week. The funds were distributed from Bingo N

For The Madera Tribune A traffic stop for reckless driving led to a discovered gun and cocaine, as well as a black ski mask. The suspect was prohibited from possessing firearms due to a prior felony conviction. Madera Police Department Corporal Jeremy Smith conducted a traffic stop near W. 4th Street and north I Street after observing a vehicle being driven recklessly by Alan Guillen. During the Sunday night stop, Corporal Smith noticed a firearm on the floorboard next to Gu

While on patrol Saturday morning, Madera Police Department contacted 35-year-old Gumaro Frias. During the interaction, a vehicle drove by without headlights, and was swerving. Concerned the driver might be impaired, the officers left to investigate, and conducted a traffic stop. The officers’ instincts proved correct. A 50-year-old Madera resident was found to be driving with a blood alcohol concentration over twice the legal limit.

For The Madera Tribune Although the City of Madera is conducting its annual Curbside Cleanup Program, the Madera Police Department reminds residents that discarded items must be placed neatly by the curb. Illegal dumping like this creates traffic hazards and fines are associated with it. As many residents are aware, the City of Madera is currently conducting its Annual Curbside Cleanup Program. Zone 2 cleanup services will continue through March 13 with Zone 1 completed over

Courtesy of Matthew Young Registration for the Young Americans Foundation High School Conference is now open. The event will be held in Santa Barbara, from March 26-28 and June 16-19. The Madera County Republican Women have announced registration is now available for the Young Americans Foundation High School Conference at the Ronald Reagan Ranch, scheduled to take place in Santa Barbara from March 26-28 and June 16-19. The organization is dedicated to supporting young Americ