Calif. Legislature Approves Record Spending Plan

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 California Senate and Assembly have approved a record $117.5 billion budget proposal, which would allocate more money for health care,…MORE

Average California Gas Prices Down

In California, the average price for gas was $3.49, that’s down 17 cents a gallon over two weeks. Drivers in San Diego will pay the highest price in the continental united states $3.62, while Tucson Arizona boasts the lowest at $2.45. U.S. gasoline prices have risen again, but at a slower pace. The average price…MORE

Jeb Bush Launches 2016 Presidential Bid

By Peter Hamby and Chris Moody (CNN) — Jeb Bush, a scion of the most recognizable family in Republican politics who fashioned an image as a sober-minded conservative truth-teller while governor of Florida, is running for president. Bush made his formal announcement Monday afternoon here in his adopted hometown during an appearance at Miami Dade…MORE

Former Cal Fire Battalion Chief Stands Trial For Murder

A former Cal Fire Battalion Chief with Valley ties stands trial for murder. A jury trial is beginning for former Cal Fire Battalion Chief Orville “Moe” Fleming, who’s charged with murder in the death of his 26-year-old girlfriend. Opening statements begin before Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Sharon Lueras. Fleming has pleaded not guilty. The…MORE

Calif. Auditor Examining Student Mental Health Services

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) — An investigation into whether California school districts and local educational agencies are providing adequate treatment for students with mental illness,…MORE

Study: Walking Leads to Greater Creativity

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) — Apple founder Steve Jobs was known for his walks, which he often used for exercise, problem solving, and generating new…MORE

Suspect Nabbed in Throat Slashing, Carjacking

Fresno, CA (KMJ)   Fresno County Sheriffs detectives have arrested a young man on charges of attempted murder and carjacking. 20-year-old Gustavo Hernandez of Fresno was caught early Sunday morning and booked into the Fresno County Jail. Investigators says Hernandez worked with one of the victims, 23-year-old Tony Sanchez.  He was found lying unconscious inside his…MORE

Valley Company Launches #MOREDAMSTORAGE Campaign

In a news release, Gar Tootelian Inc. kicked off its campaign to call California businesses owners and their employees into action to help solve California’s water crisis. “The blame for California’s water crisis lies squarely on the shoulders of our politicians,” says Greg Musson, President of Gar Tootelian Inc. “You don’t need a very big…MORE