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Hundreds in Fresno Fulfill Dreams of Becoming US Citizens

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On Thursday morning in downtown Fresno more than 1000 people became American citizens. They came in from Modesto to Bakersfield to take the Oath of Citizenship at the Convention Center.

One woman who's lived here for 11-years can't wait to take advantage of new opportunities as an American citizen.

"Vote and for my kids, being able to apply for internships with out being discarded or scholarships for school," said Adrianea

Every year about 10,000 Central Valley residents become citizens.

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