SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – California lawmakers are advancing legislation to get taxpayers’ donations into the hands of charities more quickly following a critical report by The Associated Press. Democratic Sen. Bob Hertzberg of Van Nuys wrote SB1476 after an AP investigation found at least one-tenth of all charitable donations made on tax returns went unspent…… MORE
Arson Suspect Nabbed for Clayton Fire
LOWER LAKE, Calif. (AP) – Fire crews gained some significant ground on a massive Northern California wildfire that has destroyed 175 homes, businesses and other structures and charred nearly 7 square miles. California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection spokesman Daniel Berlant tells KMJ’s Morning News (audio below) the fire in Lower Lake, about a…… MORE
Dairy Farmers Ask USDA to Buy Cheese
U.S. dairy farmers have asked the USDA to purchase up to $150 million worth of cheese. Pro Farmer’s First Thing Today says that money could purchase up to 90 million pounds of cheese to help feed the poor, and it also would help farmers struggling with the lowest milk prices they’ve seen since 2009. National…… MORE
Yosu Miguel Rodriguez
Yosu Miguel Rodriguez of Fresno. A judge has issued a felony arrest warrant for failing to appear in court for a domestic charge where he assaulted his victim with a weapon. On July 6, 2016, Fresno County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a domestic violence call at a home in the area of Palm and Santa…… MORE
Your Help Needed To Complete The ‘Summer of Hope’ Challenge
FRESNO (KMJ) — A drive to collect $750,000 in donations for a valley based good cause needs your help to help it reach its goal. The months of June, July, and August are the focus of the Fresno Rescue Mission’s 90 day ‘Summer of Hope’ Challenge. They’re currently at just over $674,000…meaning they only need…… MORE
Study Examines How Drinking Coffee Can Benefit The Heart
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — There have been numerous studies over the years detailing the health benefits of moderate coffee consumption. One found that drinking three to five cups a day can help those suffering from Parkinson’s disease. Another found that drinking four cups can combat liver damage, associated with excessive alcohol consumption. Now, York University researchers say…… MORE
A Warning to Pregnant Women About Acetaminophen
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Mothers-to-be who take acetaminophen are more likely to give birth to a hyperactive child. New research published in JAMA Pediatrics shows that prenatal exposure to acetaminophen, the active ingredient in pain relievers such as Tylenol, is associated with an increased risk of emotional or behavioral issues. Experts say acetaminophen is not inherently unsafe…… MORE
VIDEO: “Googly-Eyed” Stubby Squid Found off Calif. Coast
(KMJ) Researchers made a curious find recently off the California coast. The team from Exploration Vessel Nautilus caught a rare stubby squid at nearly 3,000 feet deep on the ocean floor. The video has gone viral. According to the research team, The stubby squid (Rossia pacifica) looks like a cross between an octopus and squid,…… MORE
All Road Closures Lifted As Mineral Fire Containment Improves
FRESNO (KMJ) — The Mineral Fire stands at 7,500 acres burnt and 85% contained. The ever rising containment level is just one part of the good news emanating from the battle against the blaze. All mandatory evacuations are off, which include both warnings and orders, and all road closures have been lifted. Coalinga Mineral Springs…… MORE
Harlem Globetrotters At Save Mart Center In January
FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno will be one of the stops as The Harlem Globetrotters will tip off their 2017 World Tour on December 26, 2016 and bring their unrivalled family entertainment to over 250 cities in 48 states across North America. The Globetrotters, will perform at the Save Mart Center on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017…… MORE
