House and Senate lawmakers want the Agriculture Department to extend the enrollment period for the Margin Protection Program. Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Texas Republican Mike Conaway, along with other committee members and Senate counterparts, are calling on USDA to extend the sign-up period because they say the move would encourage additional participation…… MORE
4-Year-Old Struck by Gun Fire in Central Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A 4-year-old boy was struck by gunfire in central Fresno Friday. FPD Sgt. Mark Hudson tells KMJ News that around 2:30, three black males in a four-door, silver sedan fired about 10 rounds, at an apartment complex on Saginaw and Thorne. Hudson says the boy was hit just below his left ear,…… MORE
Gov. Brown Signs Bill Requiring Serials for “Ghost Guns”
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Governor Jerry Brown has signed legislation requiring hobbyists who assemble their own guns, to apply for a serial number, and submit to a background check. It’s aimed at cracking down on untraceable firearms, referred to as “ghost guns.” By 2019, those who own or create homemade guns will have to apply for…… MORE
Fresno City Water Operations Chief Placed on Leave
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The City of Fresno has placed Water Operations Chief Kenneth Heard on administrative leave, amid an investigation into problems with reporting water issues. Residents in northeast Fresno have been complaining about discolored water for decades. The city has recently blamed the issue on indoor plumbing. In a statement, it says investigators will…… MORE
Clovis West Teacher Jailed for Alleged Lewd & Lascivious Acts
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A valley teacher has been arrested for allegedly committing lewd and lascivious acts with a minor. 40-year-old Pete Arguijo is now on administrative leave from Clovis West High School, where he teaches math. Fresno Police Sgt. Mark Hudson says the reported crime occurred earlier this year, and the alleged victim is not…… MORE
FPPC Approves New Rules for Suspected Lobbyists
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Fair Political Practices Commission has approved new regulations, urging shadow lobbyists to disclose their efforts to influence state lawmakers. Lobbyists are required to submit quarterly reports, showing their moves to persuade government officials. However, according to the FPPC, consultants are lobbying without registering. The commission has unanimously approved an amendment,…… MORE
Unemployment Rates Rise Throughout the Valley
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Fresno County’s unemployment rate rose to 9.4 percent in June, an increase of 1 percent from May. However, the rate is still below that for June of 2015. Year-over-year, county employment has increased by 15,600 jobs. Most of the gains have been seen in government, trade, transportation, and utilities, as well…… MORE
Serpa Fire Mandatory Evacuations Lifted
MADERA COUNTY (KMJ) – The Madera County Sheriff’s Office says all evacuation orders for the Serpa Fire have been lifted. Many streets near the fire remain closed to the public and are restricted to residents only. Residents must show identification at check points. The following streets are restricted to residents only: Cavin Lane Holly Lane Mattie…… MORE
Campbell’s Transitioning to Antibiotic-Free Chicken
Calling it a “sweeping plan to produce real food,” Campbell’s announced they would only purchase antibiotic-free chicken in the future. Meatingplace Dot Com says the company wants to set “the standard for transparency in the food industry,” and feels this will give their consumers more of a “direct connection to their food.” The company’s…… MORE
Convalescent Hospital Owner Admits Stealing From the Elderly
(KMJ) – Fresno County Sheriff’s Detectives arrested the owner of Fresno’s Sunnyside Convalescent Hospital on July 21st and charged him with stealing from the elderly. 65-year old Michael Fellen of Madera was taken into custody and charged with stealing money from a total of 57 residents who live at the facility on South Peach Avenue.…… MORE
