FRESNO (KMJ) — Crews from Tulare County, Kern County, Kings County, and Fresno Fire, are all on scene ensuring that the Erskine Fire remains under control. Neighborhoods have been reduced to smoldering remains after the flames raced through the area close to Lake Isabella, which is less than 50 miles from the City of Bakersfield.…… MORE
Safety for All Initiative Will be on November Ballot
Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More… Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — An initiative calling for banning magazines that hold more than 10 rounds and requiring background checks for ammo purchases, will be on…… MORE
Agriculture: A Deadly Occupation
New numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show agriculture as one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. A list compiled by Forbes shows the top 15 most dangerous jobs in the United States. Agriculture directly made the list in three separate categories. Classified under, Miscellaneous Agricultural Workers, farm laborers and equipment operators…… MORE
Fresno Scores “A” Credit Rating
FRESNO (KMJ) – The City of Fresno’s credit rating has moved up two notches. Mayor Ashley Swearengin made the announcement Thursday, June 23rd at City Council, received a round of cheers and applause. “Our overall city credit rating is going from a Triple B+ to an ‘A.’” – Mayor Ashley Swearengin. Mayor Ashley Swearengin says…… MORE
Water And Symbolism Now Flowing Through Fresno City Hall’s Fountain
FRESNO (KMJ) — The City of Fresno’s water fountain is once again in operation, after lying dormant for seven years. It was last seen working in 2009, but budget cuts and expensive repairs forced it to be switched off. However the money to bring it back was found, and the fix was made to bring it…… MORE
Report: Local Economy on Track for Further Expansion
Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More… Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The San Joaquin Valley Business Conditions Index was above the growth-neutral threshold for the thirtieth consecutive month. Fresno State’s Craig School of…… MORE
Calif. Bill Would Tighten Standards for Concealed-Carry Permits
Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More… Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Following a ruling by the U.S. 9th Circuit Courts of Appeals that Californians do not have a constitutional right to carry concealed…… MORE
Meat Stays On Military Menus
The House of Representatives recently passed the Defense Department Appropriations Act with an amendment that said meat will remain an option for members of the military. The amendment was offered by Nebraska Republican Adrian Smith, and it prohibits the Defense Department from excluding meat in its food service program manual. The U.S. Coast Guard…… MORE
Suspect Wanted For Stealing Beer Turns Himself In
(KMJ) – A 19-year old sought for stealing beer and fighting with the clerk of a Selma mini-mart has turned himself in to Fresno County Sheriff’s Investigators. Cody Mathers (pictured above in a still from surveillance video) made off with several cases of beer after an altercation with an employee at Lee’s Market on Highland…… MORE
One Suspect From Shooting Near 41 Freeway In Custody
FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno Police responded on Wednesday June 22, just before 1:30 to a call of shots fired from a Black Mercedes at another car near Fresno and Santa Ana Streets. Police officers combed the neighborhood near Ashlan and the 41 Freeway in Central Fresno looking for two suspects . That’s the area where FAX Officers…… MORE
