SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – Experts say a 2014 California voter-approved initiative that reduced penalties for certain drug and property crimes has led to the lowest arrest rate in state history as police frequently ignore those illegal activities. Proposition 47 lowered criminal sentences by reducing them from felonies that can bring long prison sentences to misdemeanors…… MORE
Farm Groups Discuss Ag Policy with Trump
Agriculture groups made their pitch on policy to Republican candidate for President Donald Trump, after sitting down two months ago with the Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton. The American Soybean Association said the groups used the meeting to highlight “several big, broad policy areas as examples of matters deserving attention during the election, including agricultural…… MORE
Chimney Fire Threatens Hearst Castle
(KMJ) The doors at Hearst Castle remain closed at Hearst Castle due to the fast-moving “Chimney Fire”. Cal Fire reports the wildfire has charred more than 24,000 acres and is 35% contained near San Simeon State Park in San Luis Obispo County. A popular tourist destination, Hearst Castle has been closed all weekend and will…… MORE
Gang Member Grazed by FPD Bullet
(KMJ) A documented gang member with a lengthy criminal record is recovering after being grazed by a Fresno Police officer’s bullet. FPD says the incident began when 35 year old Steven Sengkeo Sengsourygna pointed a gun at a neighbor’s head and threatened to kill him in southeast Fresno Saturday night. As 911 calls came in, officers…… MORE
Former Central High Coach LeBeau Files To Withdraw DUI Plea
FRESNO ( KMJ) – A former Central High School coach serving time has filed a motion to withdraw his manslaughter plea for hitting a child on a bicycle while driving drunk. 7 year-old Donovan Maldonado was killed the night of July 25th, 2012, he was riding his bike across Shepherd Avenue between Millbrook and Perrin in…… MORE
Governor Brown Signs Lane-Splitting Bill Into Law
FRESNO (KMJ) – Governor Jerry Brown signed AB-51 into law Friday, making California the first state to make lane-splitting by motorcyclists legal. Lane-splitting is the practice of passing other vehicles on a motorcycle by riding between them along the painted line. Brown’s signature authorizes the CHP to develop guidelines for the motorcyclists who weave in…… MORE
Beware Of Flood Damaged Used Cars
FRESNO (KMJ) – Water-damaged cars could trickle into the used car market. Used cars are often shipped to consumers in other areas, and the damage can be hard to spot – leading to a flood of problems for the buyer. Immersing a car in water can ruin electronics, lubricants, and mechanical systems. Problems are hard…… MORE
Poor Roads Cost CA Drivers More than $53B Annually
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — $53.6 billion. According to The Road Improvement Program, that’s how much drivers in the Golden State pay each year, for congested roads and deteriorating conditions. The latest data shows that rough roads are to blame for more than $18 billion in repair costs, wasted fuel, and premature tire wear. Congestion-related delays are responsible for…… MORE
Wheels Of Hope Deadline – August 19th
FRESNO – (KMJ) – August 19th is your last chance to nominate someone who desperately needs a car for the “Wheels of Hope.” Fifteen local auto shops created the program and are are giving away two vehicles to those in need. This time around, a Saturn and Suburban are the vehicles to be given away.…… MORE
1996 Debbie Dorian Murder Case Reopened By Fresno PD
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police announced Friday that new evidence has prompted investigators to reopen the cold case murder of Debbie Dorian. Police Chief Jerry Dyer revealed that former Fresno PD Homicide Detectives Vince Zavala and Bob Schiotis, are coming out of retirement to investigate new leads in an attempt to solve the twenty year old…… MORE
