CAMARILLO, Calif. (AP) — While gas prices nationwide are on a downward trend, California is experiencing a spike that could see prices top $4 a gallon before easing again, according to analysts. A shortage in oil and other components used in refining California’s unique blend of less-polluting gas was one of the reasons for the…… MORE
Twin Tunnel Plan May Go to the Voters
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Signature gatherers paid by a wealthy Stockton-area farmer and food processor have started circulating an initiative to force large public works projects to go before voters for approval, and the measure is expected to qualify for the November 2016 ballot. Dean Cortopassi’s ballot measure could threaten Gov. Jerry Brown’s $15 billion…… MORE
Fire Crew Hurt in Rollover Crash
Fresno (KMJ) Several firefighters are recovering after a crash on Hwy 168 near Shepherd. The CHP says their engine rolled several times after an SUV sideswiped the vehicle Sunday morning. The crew was heading to the Prather area. The five people inside suffered minor to major injuries. Firefighter Derek Solden of Mariposa was the most…… MORE
Man Drowns at Skaggs Bridge Park
Fresno (KMJ) Deputies are investigating a drowning at Skaggs Bridge Park. The Fresno Co. Sheriffs Department says they pulled a 50 year old man from the water, north of Kerman, Sunday afternoon. The victim has not been identified. … MORE
Vacaville Inmate Cut in Half, Organs Harvested
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Nearly 15 hours after a riot at a Northern California prison, guards found a missing inmate sawed nearly in two, with his abdominal organs and most chest organs removed, his body folded and stuffed into a garbage can in a shower stall a few doors from his cell. Details of the…… MORE
Meteorologists Predict Strong El Nino
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Meteorologists say odds are good for a wet California winter as a strong El Nino builds in the Pacific Ocean. The Los Angeles Times reported Saturday (http://lat.ms/1GejVwp ) that scientists say a significant El Niño is more than 90 percent likely. Meteorologist Scott Sukup of the National Weather Service says above-normal…… MORE
Judge Blocks Calif. Water Curtailment Orders
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A judge has blocked the California Water Resources Control Board’s decision to curtail the water rights of four irrigation districts amid the drought. The temporary restraining order prevents the board from enforcing a curtailment order against the West Side Irrigation District, Central and South Delta Water agencies, as well as Woods…… MORE
Audit: CA Justice Dept. Failing to Keep Guns Away from Prohibited Persons
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) — A program to determine whether firearms are owned by potentially dangerous Californians has a severe backlog. State Auditor Elaine Howle…… MORE
Calif. Legislature Considers Several Tax Increases
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) — A special session of the California Legislature is considering several proposals to raise taxes, in an effort to fund road maintenance…… MORE
Witness To Fresno Carjacking Chases Down And Catches Suspect
A man who tried to steal a car belonging to an off duty prison officer Friday morning probably didn’t expect what happened next. It all started in a fast food parking lot on First and Tulare in Southeast Fresno. The victim says he was approached by the suspect as he was leaving the restaurant –…… MORE
