FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Crews are working to contain the Mateo Fire, a grass fire burning in western Fresno County. It broke out just before 3 am Wednesday on Highway 180 near San Mateo Avenue, east of Mendota. At last check, it’s scorched 407 acres with no reported containment. It started as a car fire on…… MORE
Habit Burger Grill Opening New Location in Northeast Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A popular burger spot in the Valley is set to open its newest location in Fresno. Habit Burger Grill will open its fifth Fresno location at Willow and Shepherd, in The Row at Heritage Grove Shopping Center. On top of burgers and fries, you can order sandwiches, salads, shakes and more.…… MORE
Veteran Honored at Fresno Memorial Day Service, Avenue of Flags Dedication
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Hundreds gathered at Fresno Memorial Gardens to honor heroes on Monday. “A lot of the veterans remember them everyday, but today is the one day of year that hopefully the nation has a little extra prayer for their brothers and sisters that we’ve lost,” said Army Veteran John Schuler. Schuler says…… MORE
Republicans Urge Newsom to Suspend California Gas Tax Hike
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Congressional Republicans are urging California Governor Gavin Newsom to suspend the upcoming tax increase on gas. Rep. David Valadao discussed the urgent request on Tuesday’s edition of KMJ’s Broeske & Musson. Listen to the exclusive interview here:… MORE
Firefighters Save Homes From Grass Fire Near Millerton Lake
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A quick response from firefighters helped save several homes from a fast-moving fire that broke out near Millerton Lake on Monday afternoon. The fire burned three to four acres of grass along both sides of Sky Harbour Road near Sky Lake Drive. Over 40 firefighters worked to control the flames…… MORE
Passenger On United Flight To Fresno Had Measles, Officials Confirm
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Health officials issued a warning after a confirmed case of measles was in Fresno County. The Los Angeles County of Public Health is now confirming that an infected passenger flew aboard United Airlines flight 5591. That flight from Los Angeles arrived in Fresno on May 19. FlightAware tracking data shows the…… MORE
Derek & David Carr Donate $250K to Valley Children’s Hospital
MADERA, Calif. (KFSN) — Long-time Valley Children’s Ambassadors David and Derek Carr are taking action to help grow the hospital. On Thursday, the hospital accepted a $250,000 check to support the work of the “Guilds of Valley Children’s Healthcare” and the brothers’ endowment for the “Guilds Center For Community Health.” “The Central Valley is home…… MORE
Address Change Notifications For Those Impacted By Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard Change
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Address change notifications are being mailed out to those impacted by the controversial renaming of three streets in the city of Fresno. Parts of California Avenue, Ventura Street and Kings Canyon Road will become Cesar Chavez Boulevard, named after the well-known labor leader and civil rights activist. Street sign installations will…… MORE
Fresno Police Investigating Death of 9-Month-Old Baby
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Police are investigating the death of a baby in central Fresno. The Fresno Police Department was called out to First and Washington around 8:30 am Friday for an unresponsive baby. When officers arrived, they said they found a nine-month-old next to a bed in the bedroom. The baby was rushed to…… MORE
Deputies Investigating Homicide in Oakhurst
MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Madera County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide in Oakhurst. Deputies were called out to a home on Shady Lane near Buckeye Road just before 10:30 am for a medical aid request. First responders arrived to find a man who was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are investigating…… MORE
