(KMJ) The race to replace termed-out Jim Patterson (R-Fresno) in the California Assembly is heating up. The two leading candidates appear to former Congressman George Radanovich and political newcomer David Tangipa – both republicans. Democrat Caleb Helsel and Michael Matheson, a no-party preference candidate are also running for the seat. The primary election is March…… MORE
Driver Convicted in Vehicular Manslaughter Death of 8-Year-Old Boy, is Arrested Again
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A man in the United States illegally, who was convicted of killing a boy when he sped through a Fresno County stop sign in 2019, is arrested again. Back on December 4, 2019, witnesses saw Karmjit Singh driving more than 100 mph when he struck a vehicle at Bethel and Rose.…… MORE
4 Reedley Family Members Died of Gunshot Wounds: Autopsy
REEDLEY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The four family members who were killed in Reedley all died of gunshot wounds, according to autopsy reports. The Reedley Police Department says this is an important factor in the investigation to get a better understanding of what led up to the shootings. A candlelight vigil will be held Friday afternoon…… MORE
Family Ask for Help Solving Murder Case of Fresno Woman
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — It has been one year since the murder of 31-year-old Brittany Monique Degrise, and an arrest has not been made. Now, her family is asking for the public’s help. Degrise’s body was discovered last January around 4:30 pm near a grape vineyard on Orange Avenue, between Manning and Dinuba avenues. Deputies…… MORE
Police Release Bodycam Footage of Deadly Officer Shooting in Northwest Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Police have released bodycam footage of officers shooting and killing a man on Saturday, Nov. 4. Officers responded to a 9-1-1 call for a welfare check just after 3 a.m. Saturday at the Dante Apartment complex at Dante and Cornelia Avenues in northwest Fresno. Officers say they had received a call…… MORE
Newsom’s Budget will Delay $100M for Downtown Fresno, Dyer Responds
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Fuzzy math. That’s how many are interpreting Governor Newsom’s budget proposal which was released this week. One month ago, the state’s independent budget analyst said California faced a $68 Billion deficit. But, on Wednesday, Newsom’s budget proposal assumed the deficit to be a hair under $30 Billion. Huh? How did $38 Billion…… MORE
The Go-Go’s, Leon Panetta, Cheryl Miller Among New California Hall of Fame Class
Ten more Californians are set to be added to the California Hall of Fame, including figures from the different worlds of sports, entertainment, science and public service. The newest inductees were announced Thursday afternoon by Gov. Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, and will join over 150 Californians who “embody the spirit of California and…… MORE
Fresno’s Playland To Stay Open Until At Least The End Of June
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno’s Playland, which was in jeopardy of closing this weekend, will now be staying open until the end of June. The video above is from an earlier story and will be updated. Following an emergency meeting between the Storyland board of directors and Helm and Sons, an agreement was reached to…… MORE
City Of Fresno Launches New Pothole Repair Crew
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno city leaders announced a new crew that would patch up the potholes quicker. They also say the repairs would last longer than just a few weeks. Last year’s winter storms created a big headache for drivers. City leaders said in January last year they received 1600 calls for potholes. The…… MORE
Crop Duster Plane Crashes Near Stratford
KINGS COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Kings County Fire Department confirms a crop duster plane has crashed near the community of Stratford. First responders say a call for a downed plane came just before 10:30 a.m. near King and 19th Avenues. The pilot, who was the only person in the plane, is up and walking…… MORE
