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
1 Structure Destroyed by Pedro Fire in Mariposa County, 7% Contained
MARIPOSA COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Crews are continuing to battle the Pedro Fire burning in Mariposa and Tuolumne Counties. As of Wednesday morning, the flames have charred more than 2,700 acres with 7% containment. The fire broke out Tuesday afternoon near Highway 132 and Piney Creek Road – west of Coulterville near Don Pedro Reservoir. Aircraft…… MORE
Enhanced Coverage Option Insurance Program
The USDA is making changes to the Enhanced Coverage Option Policy Program beginning with the 2025 crop year. The Risk Management Agency is expanding coverage options to additional crops and increasing premium support to make the policy more affordable for U.S. producers. “RMA is continually responding to needs and adapting our insurance coverage options to…… MORE
Fresno Police Identify Suspect and Victim in Deadly Shovel Attack
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man will be arrested after police say he killed his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend and wounded the woman. It happened at about 6 pm Monday at a home on Balch and Callisch Avenues. Police say 26-year-old Devin McNew and his new girlfriend were dropping off some items belonging to 26-year-old Jonathan Navarro.…… MORE
Valley Congressman Jim Costa Pushing for More Social Security Benefits
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Valley Congressman Jim Costa is pushing for increased and expanded Social Security benefits. On Monday, July 29, 2024, he hosted a telephone town hall focusing on the future of the program. Democratic Congressman John Larson from Connecticut opened the forum by talking about his Social Security 2100 Act. His proposal would include…… MORE
USDA Trade Mission to Colombia
Alexis Taylor, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs will lead 24 agribusinesses and organizations, including several from California, on a trade mission to Bogota, Colombia, August 13-15. The mission’s goal is to boost American agricultural exports and build upon the successes of the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement. “Colombia is a significant growth…… MORE
Algae Bloom at San Luis Reservoir Prompts Warning For Humans and Pets
The California State Water Project (SWP), which is operated and maintained by the Department of Water Resources, spans 705 miles throughout California and offers a variety of recreational opportunities at several reservoirs. When blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, are present in the waterways, DWR urges all recreational users to exercise caution and always avoid contacting…… MORE
