Matthew Cardenas
Prior to joining the ABC30 Action News team, Matthew was a digital producer at KTRK in Houston, where he was born. He also interned at the station the summer prior to landing a job.
He spent time in both the news and sports world, including contributing with digital content for the Houston Astros' 2019 World Series run. He has interviewed athletes such as Hakeem Olajuwon, Jose Altuve, DeAndre Hopkins and Adrian Peterson.
Matthew also spent time covering Texas Tech basketball and football for the Dallas Morning News.
He graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Public Relations.
While Matthew was born and raised in Texas, he loves exploring all that California has to offer with his wife, whom he met here on the West Coast.
When Matthew isn't working, he's probably playing video games, visiting a brewery, playing pickleball or watching anything Star Wars-related.
Matthew's Stories
First round of shows announced for 2026 Big Fresno Fair
The first round of shows has been announced for the 2026 Big Fresno Fair.
Alysa Liu, born in Clovis, wins gold medal in figure skating at Winter Olympics
Alysa Liu, who was born in Clovis, has won a gold medal in figure skating at the Winter Olympics.
Coarsegold pastor arrested for sexual offenses against teenager, deputies say
A Coarsegold pastor is in custody after deputies say he committed sexual offenses against a teenager.
Multiple people injured in multi-car crash in Tulare County, CHP says
Multiple people have been injured following a crash in Tulare County early Monday morning.
Firebaugh native Josh Allen to have jersey retired by University of Wyoming
Firebaugh native and reigning NFL MVP Josh Allen will have his jersey retired by the University of Wyoming.
Domestic violence suspect arrested after standoff with police in east central Fresno
Police have surrounded a home in east central Fresno early Tuesday morning.
Missing 75-year-old man in Madera County was murdered and buried in Mojave Desert: Deputies
The Madera County Sheriff's Office says 75-year-old Robert "Bob" Boyajian was murdered and buried in the Mojave Desert.
Jack Anker selected 173rd overall in MLB Draft by Pittsburgh Pirates
Diamond Dog pitcher Jack Anker was selected 173rd overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2025 MLB Draft.
15-year-old killed in ATV crash in Fresno County, CHP says
A 15-year-old has died following an ATV crash in Fresno County Sunday evening.
Man in critical condition after stabbing in northeast Fresno, police say
A man has been hospitalized after police say he was stabbed in northeast Fresno early Monday morning.