FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — A Fresno County judge is supporting parts of a community group’s lawsuit over the renaming of some Fresno streets. The tentative ruling comes less than one week after city leaders unveiled brand new street signs, celebrating the renaming of Cesar Chavez Boulevard. The legal action seeks to reverse the name change in…… MORE
USDA Helping to Combat Western Drought
California is among 12 western states sharing $400 million to address drought through investments at the irrigation district level. “Family farmers, water users, and communities across the American West are facing the effects of a historic 1,200-year drought and a changing climate,” says Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO).”With the investment, they answered our call to bring…… MORE
City of Fresno to Receive $230 Million from Shell Oil in Water Contamination Lawsuit Settlement
Fresno, California – The City of Fresno settles with Shell Oil Company in a lawsuit that was filed in 2007. In the settlement, Shell Oil has agreed to pay the City of Fresno $230 million, which is the largest known settlement of its kind in the country for this type of environmental claim. In the…… MORE
California DWR Releases Water Report, Shows Need For Change
Today, the Department of Water Resources released its final 2023 State Water Project Delivery Capability Report, which presents a new and enhanced analysis of current and future expectations for the SWP water supply if no new adaptation actions are taken. According to the report, SWP delivery capability and reliability could be reduced as much as 23 percent in…… MORE
Fresno City Council Lays Out Proposed Changes for Future Arthop Events
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The future of ArtHop will look much different under the City of Fresno’s proposed changes. On Wednesday, Fresno City Council man Miguel Arias laid out plans for a monthly street fair held one Wednesday per month. It would replace the current outdoor vendors at Arthop and would be free other than required…… MORE
West Nile Virus Found In California Horses
The California Department of Food and Agriculture says so far, two horses in Placer and Yuba Counties tested positive for West Nile virus. As a result, one of the horses was euthanized. Horse owners are urged to have their animals vaccinated to make sure they are protected as much as possible against the disease. To help prevent…… MORE
Suspect Arrested for Deadly Southeast Fresno Shooting in 2023
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno police announced an arrest from a 2023 homicide investigation in southeast Fresno. Investigators say the Clovis Police Department contacted the suspect, Elijah Oupathame, last Saturday for a vehicle burglary. They say he gave a fake name to the arresting officers but through fingerprints, authorities determined he was the wanted suspect for…… MORE
Fresno State Will Offer Early Childhood Credential Programs
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno State is now one of two CSU campuses to offer pre-kindergarten through third-grade credential programs. They will begin in the Summer of 2025. San Jose State will also offer the credentialing program. It authorizes graduates to teach children in pre-kindergarten through third grade. The goal is to produce qualified teachers who…… MORE
Informational Meeting Being Held on Future ArtHop & Fulton Street Events
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An informational forum is being held Wednesday night to discuss the future of ArtHop and Fulton Street events in the city of Fresno. Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias will host the meeting. He’s asking for the community’s feedback on what they believe should be the future direction of these events. It stems…… MORE
Republican Nominee for Vice President JD Vance Visiting Coalinga
COALINGA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — With less than 100 days until Election Day, Republican nominee for vice president JD Vance is turning his attention to the Central Valley this week. Trump’s running mate will be in Coalinga on Wednesday for a private fundraiser. “It’s very exciting to have someone at that level coming into the Valley and…… MORE
