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Yearly Archives: 2025
Erika Sandoval Found Guilty of Murdering Ex-Husband
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A jury has found Erika Sandoval guilty of murder in the first degree in the death of her ex-husband, Daniel Green. The verdict was announced in a Tulare County courtroom Thursday afternoon. The jury deliberated for two days before reaching a verdict. This was the second time Sandoval was on…… MORE
Newsom Announces Upgrades to 21 State Fish Hatcheries to Boost Salmon Populations
SACRAMENTO — Governor Newsom today announced that the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is upgrading 21 fish hatcheries to boost the state’s salmon and trout populations and protect hatcheries from the impacts of climate change. The project helps build the California salmon and trout supply, which are central to the health of California’s…… MORE
American Elected Pope, Takes Name of ‘Leo XIV’
VATICAN CITY, May 8, 2025 ~ Cardinal Robert Prevost has been named the new Pope, the first U.S.-born pope in history. After less than two days of cardinal deliberation, Prevost, 69, has taken hold of the Papacy, taking the name of Pope Leo XIV. The Chicago native was revealed as the 267th pontiff in front…… MORE
Trade Barriers Talk During USDA Confirmation Hearing
USDA Undersecretary for Trade nominee Luke Lindberg says America has “abdicated” its leadership role in feeding the world. Lindberg told Senate Ag lawmakers at his confirmation hearing that the U.S. for too long has let other nations “rig” farm trade against American producers. “Our ethanol producers are no longer competitive in Brazil because of Brazilian import tariffs.…… MORE
Man Shoots Car With Woman And Toddler Inside, Fresno Police Officer Returns Fire
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A car was left riddled with bullets as police say a 31-year-old driver pursued his ex on Wednesday in Fresno. Fresno Police Chief Mindy Casto confirms the violence began at Shields and First. It unfolded on a 911 call as the driver of a BMW with a three-year-old inside feared for…… MORE
Charges Filed Against Texas Woman In Deadly Merced DUI Crash
MERCED, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A Texas woman is set to be arraigned for a DUI crash that killed a Merced motorcyclist. Desiree Gomez has been charged with Gross Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated and driving under the influence causing injury. Gomez is accused of hitting and killing 29-year-old Regino Mariscal of Merced while he was on…… MORE
Suspect Arrested For Hit-and-Run That Killed Bicyclist In Visalia
VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A weekend hit and run in Visalia on Akers and Judy claimed the life of 53-year-old Victor Castro. Victor’s family shares they are heartbroken by the tragedy and say he had six grandchildren, two adult daughters, and a teenage son. Visalia Police say 33-year-old James Hand is believed to be the…… MORE
Fresno PD Involved in Shooting That Shutdown Busy Intersection, Officials Say
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation is underway after at least one Fresno police officer was involved in a shooting on Wednesday. The shooting happened just before 3 p.m. in the area of Jensen and Elm avenues. It involved a BMW and a Mercedes. The Fresno Police Department has not yet released any other details.…… MORE
Farmer Outlook Improves
Farmer sentiment improved in April as producers expressed more optimism about current and future conditions on their farms. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 8 points to a reading of 148, up from 140 in March. The Index of Current Conditions climbed 9 points to 141, while the Index of Future Expectations increased 8 points to 152. The improvement…… MORE
