The Donald Trump administration seems more likely to pursue modest changes to the North American Free Trade Agreement in negotiations with Canada and Mexico. Trump called NAFTA a “disaster” during his campaign for President, but The Wall Street Journal reports his suggestions for NAFTA seem less likely to make sweeping reforms to the trade…… MORE
Yearly Archives: 2017
Calif. Snowpack Among Biggest on Record
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The most recent measurement by the Department of Water Resources shows water content in the Sierra Nevada snowpack is at 183 percent of the historical average. It’s the latest sign of recovery from 5 years of severe drought conditions. Despite calls for the governor to end state’s drought status, water conservation continues…… MORE
More Than One-Third Of Americans Now Have At Least A Bachelor’s Degree
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — More than one-third of U.S. adults now hold at least a bachelor’s degree. According to the Current Population Survey, that’s that the largest figure, since the government began taking note in 1940. Back then, fewer than 5 percent of Americans had attained that level of education. On average, those with a bachelor’s…… MORE
Watch: Spicer Grilled on Rep. Nunes Intel Sources
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CityFest Organizers Expecting 25,000 At Save Mart Center
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno CityFest kicks off with a luncheon held on Thursday at the Save Mart Center, “It’s a party for the city, so everyone is welcome.” – Andrew Palau, Host & Evangelical Speaker. Churches from all over the Valley are taking part in the Fresno CityFest with speakers Luis Palau (photo above right), and…… MORE
Immigration Reform Advocates Want To Counter “False Rumors” On Social Media
SANGER (KMJ) — Local supporters of immigration reform – say they want to counter the fear with the facts. Religious leaders, representatives from ag groups, and law enforcement, came together Thursday morning for a round-table discussion inside Sanger’s Tabernacle of Praise Christian Center to examine the situation for those in the country illegally. They also…… MORE
Watch: Hoyer Calls for Nunes to Step Down
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Farmers Union Urging Trump to Oppose Dow-DuPont Merger
The National Farmers Union is asking President Donald Trump to oppose the merger between Dow and DuPont. NFU wants the administration to block the deal because of concerns it would lead to reduced competition and less innovation, as well as less choice and higher prices for farm inputs. NFU President Roger Johnson says: “If…… MORE
Share the Love Campaign delivers 25k Check To Fresno Charity
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Subaru’s Share the Love Campaign brought in nearly 26-thousand dollars for charity. Lithia Subaru handed over a check for $25,978 on Tuesday to the Down Syndrome Association of Central California. The donation comes from the campaign which took place in December of 2016. For every new car sold or leased, Subaru…… MORE
Former Fresno County Workers Plead Not Guilty To Stealing From The Dead
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Former Fresno County workers are accused of stealing from the dead plead not guilty to the felony charges. Six of eight people accused of stealing from the dead pleaded not guilty Wednesday in a Fresno courtroom, while the others await their hearing, including one scheduled for Thursday, March 29th. The State…… MORE
