The $43 billion takeover deal by ChemChina to purchase Syngenta will likely face a regulatory review from the United States. Bloomberg reports a U.S. national security watchdog is likely to look closely at the merger on two fronts, whether such a deal would compromise American food security and whether the combined company’s locations would…… MORE
The 28th Fresno County Blossom Trail Ready To Bloom
FRESNO COUNTY (KMJ) — Fresno County’s Plant life is almost in full bloom, which means the annual Blossom Trail is here. It’s been described as a celebration of a new season of crops, and 2016 is set to be a particularly good year for them. “With the amount of rain we’ve had now, and the…… MORE
Three Sought for Questioning in Double Homicide
(KMJ) – As part of its ongoing investigation, Fresno County Sheriff’s Detectives have identified three people they would like to question in a January 21st double homicide. 41-year old Andrea Lara, of the Fresno / Clovis area, 21-year old Humberto Martinez of Pinedale, and 54-year old Martin Garcia. also of Pinedale, are all wanted for questioning. Sheriff’s…… MORE
Fire Exposes Illegal Honey Oil Lab in Central Fresno
(KMJ) Fresno – The Fresno County Sheriff’s “High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area” team (HIDTA) was investigating a house in Central Fresno after a fire inside led them to discover an illegal honey oil lab. Around 8:30 Thursday morning, fire started in the bedroom of the house at 2715 N. Millbrook, where Sheriff’s Spokesperson Tony Botti…… MORE
Survey: Neither Political Party Truly Helps the Middle Class
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) — Neither political party is truly supportive of the middle class, so say a majority of Americans, according to a new Pew…… MORE
Study: Moderate Exercise Most Beneficial
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 saying “modesty is the policy,” appears to apply rather well to your exercise habits. According to a new study published…… MORE
Predators Targeting Young Victims Using kik App
A phone app has been the gateway for pedophiles to access children – with deadly results. It’s called “kik.” What parents need to know is that kik does not offer any parental controls and there is no way of authenticating users. “Kik allows you to establish an account using a user name – you do…… MORE
Free Tax Preparation For Low Earning Valley Residents
FRESNO (KMJ) — Residents of both Fresno and Madera Counties can get their taxes done for free. The ‘Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program’ was put together by United Way of Fresno and Madera Counties, and is open to anyone who earns $62,000 dollars or less. “We recognize that affordable tax preparation services are out of…… MORE
Presidential Race Sidelines TPP Vote
Senate Agriculture Chair Pat Roberts says a vote on the Trans-Pacific Partnership is not expected until after the November Elections. Roberts delivered that message to the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture The trade deal was formally signed earlier this week, but still needs approval from the member countries. Roberts, along with House Agriculture…… MORE
Fresno Property Register Cracking Down On Vacant And Blighted Homes
FRESNO (KMJ) — The City of Fresno is continuing to crack down on homes being left abandoned with what it’s calling the ‘Vacant/Blighted Property Register’. It comes after the historic Renhorn Home was the latest to suffer a complete loss after a fire ripped through the structure. Fire investigators believe it had been vacant for…… MORE
