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) — Fatal crashes of teen drivers have declined by 56% over the past 20 years, according to a new report from the AAA Foundation for…… MORE
Visalia Man, Sister Admit to Gruesome Hatchet Murder
LAS VEGAS (AP) — An Idaho woman who was having an affair orchestrated a gruesome Las Vegas hatchet attack that left her husband dead with his head nearly severed while they were on a family trip on Memorial Day, police said. Police identified the victim as Enrique Hernandez, 43, who had chop wounds on his…… MORE
Fresnan Pleads Guilty to $1.25M Scam
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a former Fresno resident has pleaded guilty to mail fraud and identity theft in connection to a scam where he collected $1.25 million from government contractors and the federal government. The U.S. Attorney’s Office said Tuesday that 57-year-old Abel Carreon is scheduled to be sentenced August 17. Prosecutors…… MORE
Calif. Doctors Treat Dying Patients with Ecstacy
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Federal Drug Administration is allowing a team of San Francisco Bay Area psychotherapists to prescribe ecstasy to treat dying patients. KNTV in San Jose reports Wednesday that ecstasy, or MDMA, is a recreational drug that brings on feelings of “loving and caring,” says Dr. Phil Wolfson, who is leading the…… MORE
House Members Key to New Ag Trade Deals
Following the Senate’s approval of pass trade promotion authority, it’s now in the hands of the House will now take up Trade Promotion Authority until it returns in June. Senate Finance Chair Orrin Hatch says the bill will boost export opportunities for American farmers, ranchers and businesses. As the leader of the global trading…… MORE
PG&E Bright Minds Scholarship Goes to Fresno State’s Bryan Wood
PG&E Awards California State University, Fresno Student $20,000 Annual Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies 19 year old Bryan Wood is one of 10 Northern and Central California students who will receive a Bright Minds scholarship. “By awarding scholarships to accomplished students like Bryan, we are helping them reach their full potential tomorrow,” – Raj Beasla, Central…… MORE
Federal Court Leaves Obama’s Immigration Reform On Hold
President Barack Obama’s executive action that could protect millions of immigrants from deportation will remain on hold. The Justice Department had asked the court to reverse a decision from a Texas judge that temporarily blocked the president’s plan. Governors in twenty-six states sued, saying Obama’s action is unconstitutional. Under President Obama’s expanded initiative- undocumented parents…… MORE
Watchdogs Criticize Assembly’s Use of Operations Budget
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 large operations budget controlled by California Assembly leaders is often used to support select programs, without any hearings or votes. According to a…… MORE
CA Adult Film Actors Blast Proposed Safety Standards
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 Division of Occupational Safety and Health has released a 21-page safety standards draft, which aims to prevent the spread…… MORE
Fresno Food Expo’s New Product Awards Now Accepting Entries
FRESNO (KMJ) — Entries are now being accepted for the Fresno Food Expo’s new product awards. Organizers say it’s a platform to launch new products and new businesses – but it’s also a chance for the valley’s creative side to shine. “It’s an opportunity to highlight the innovative unique products that are coming out of…… MORE
