Kyle Kirkland, owner of Club One Casino, joined KMJ’s Ray Appleton on Tuesday to discuss his run to replace former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in Congress. Among the top issues he’s aiming to tackle: “Runaway living costs, the border crisis and irresponsible government undermine our quality of life.” The Harvard grad is also the Chair…… MORE
First Snow Survey of 2024 Comes up Short
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Department of Water Resources on Tuesday conducted the first snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 7.5 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 3 inches, which is 30 percent of average for this location. The snow water equivalent measures the amount of water…… MORE
Plane Headed From Fresno To Dallas Over Fuels, Forcing 2-hour Delay
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Passengers headed from Fresno to Dallas had a delay Tuesday morning due to the plane over fueling. Fresno Fire officials say it happened at about 6:30 am on an American Airlines flight. Officials say a hazmat team was called out to help with cleanup efforts. About 100-200 gallons of excess fuel…… MORE
Grant Focused On Traffic Safety Throughout Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Bicyclists and drivers could experience safer roads this year thanks to a new grant. The City of Fresno “PARCS” Department received more than $223,000 from the California Office of Traffic Safety. This funding will go to its “Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program,” which provides a variety of services. That includes bicycle…… MORE
Auto Shop Destroyed By Fire In Central Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A fire destroyed an automotive shop in central Fresno. It broke out after 11 pm Sunday on Carmen and Sierra Vista — that’s near Chestnut and McKinley. Crews say there was fire coming from the west side of the building. They entered the building on the south side and were able…… MORE
Collision In Clovis Leaves Pedestrian In Critical Condition
CLOVIS, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A collision in Clovis has left one person in critical condition. Clovis Police say a car hit a pedestrian Sunday night at the intersection of Fowler and Shaw. The driver stayed on the scene after the collision. All directions of the intersection were closed for the investigation.… MORE
Farm Equipment Dealers Expect a Tough 2024
The ag equipment market began a downward trend a year ago. Dealers say that 2024 might be their roughest year since COVID in 2020. The “Dealer Business Outlook and Trends Report” shows a combination of recovering inventories, high interest rates, and a general economic downturn that has dealers preparing to weather a storm in 2024.…… MORE
California Becomes First US State to Offer Free Healthcare to Illegal Immigrants
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) In an unprecedented move, the Golden State has enacted a law allowing illegal immigrants to qualify for Medi-Cal. The new guidelines, which took effect Jan. 1, makes California the only state to fund comprehensive health care for undocumented immigrants. “This historic investment speaks to California’s commitment to health care as a human…… MORE
14-Year Old Arrested in Murder of Parents
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — A 14-year-old boy has been arrested for murdering his parents and injuring his 11-year-old sister in Miramonte, according to the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office. The victims have been identified as Lue Yang and Se Vang, who were married. The incident happened at a home on Dunlap Road near Coach Road just after…… MORE
Court Rules Fong Can Run for Congress and Assembly
SACRAMENTO (KMJ) A Sacramento Superior Court Judge on Thursday said Assemblyman Vince Fong (R-Bakersfield) can run for both State Assembly and former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s Congressional seat. In her order, Judge Shelleyanne Chang wrote in part, “The Court notes that it is concerned about the outcome of this Petition, as it may result in…… MORE
