Coverage dated October 11, 2026 to October 13, 2026

Fresno councilmember continues call to avoid Big Fresno Fair, cites ICE concerns

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Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias is maintaining his boycott of The Big Fresno Fair due to safety concerns regarding ICE activity, while fair organizers and local vendors defend the event's security and its significant economic impact.

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ABC 30 Fresno
Big Fresno Fair officials say rumored ICE activity is based on false information and AI images (opens ABC 30 Fresno)
Published Oct 11, 2026
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The Big Fresno Fair is responding to online speculation about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity at the fairgrounds, saying it has not confirmed any ICE sightings and has no information about planned enforcement operations.
Your Central Valley
Big Fresno Fair responds to fears of ICE activity (opens Your Central Valley)
Published Oct 12, 2026
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Big Fresno Fair officials addressed concerns regarding increased ICE activity by stating there were no confirmed sightings and emphasizing their collaboration with police to ensure safety.
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Fresno councilmember continues call to avoid Big Fresno Fair, cites ICE concerns (opens Your Central Valley)
Published Oct 13, 2026
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Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias is maintaining his boycott of The Big Fresno Fair due to safety concerns regarding ICE activity, while fair organizers and local vendors defend the event's security and its significant economic impact.