One Man Dead In Downtown Fresno After Crashing Into Tree 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KKFSN) — Police are investigating a hit-and-run in Downtown Fresno that ended with one of the drivers getting killed.  Just before 11 am Sunday, a driver in a black Subaru was rear-ended by a Chevy truck while sitting at a traffic light at Divisadero and P Streets.  As the drivers began to make…MORE

Fire Near Ivanhoe Destroys Over 150 Vehicles

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A fast-moving fire near Ivanhoe scorched 10 acres and destroyed more than 150 vehicles Saturday morning, prompting evacuations and a large emergency response.  The fire broke out around 10 a.m. near Avenue 328 and Road 127, according to Tulare County Fire Captain Tim Franks. Crews arrived to find flames rapidly…MORE

Visalia Civic Center Groundbreaking After 30 Years Of Saving And Planning 

VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — In Visalia, the city’s biggest and most-awaited project is finally nearing construction.  Like many, Visalia native and police chief, Jason Salazar, remembers when talks about a new Civic Center were happening.  “I started here over 30 years ago, and when I started, they said we are going to have a new…MORE

U.S./India Trade Talks Stall over Tariff Disputes

Trade negotiations between the U.S. and India have reached a major impasse, casting doubt on prospects for a bilateral agreement ahead of President Donald Trump’s July 9th deadline to impose new reciprocal tariffs, according to Reuters. Indian officials say both sides remain divided over import duties on auto components, steel and agricultural products. India is…MORE

89 Charged in Huge Gang Bust “Operation Shock Collar”

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) A massive gang bust dubbed “Operation Shock Collar” was announced Friday in Fresno. Fresno County Sheriff John Zanoni said “There were a lot of sleepless nights…. We solved a homicide from 2017. We do not forget those victims. It’s a true testament to bringing justice to these families.” “Every time, whoever the…MORE

Witnesses Recall Fighting Off Man Suspected Of Sex Assaults 

VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — In an emotional interview, Felix Guerra recounts confronting a man suspected of multiple sexual assaults on Saturday night.  “As I got close to him, I saw him get off of the old lady, and I was like ‘What are you doing?’” remembers Felix.  The awful images of an unconscious elderly woman…MORE

Newsom sues Fox News for $787M, Alleging Defamation

(KMJ) Gov. Gavin Newsom filed suit against Fox News on Friday, seeking damages of at least $787 million from the network for allegedly defaming him in comments about a recent phone call with President Trump. “No more lies,” Newsom wrote in a tweet that announced his lawsuit. Why $787 million? The amount of the damages…MORE

California July 4th Meal Higher Than National Average

California Farm Bureau says celebrating the Fourth of July cookout in California for 10 people will cost $90.06. CFBF points out that price is well above the national average of $70.92 and significantly higher than the Western regional average of $73.50. The cookout favorites include cheeseburgers, chicken breasts, pork chops, strawberries and ice cream, among other products.…MORE

Fresno’s Standards & Sweets Owner Reported Missing

CLOVIS, CA (KMJ) – The owner of Fresno’s Standard Sweets and Spices is reported as missing. Surinder Pal has been featured in KMJ’s News Partner ABC 30’s Dine and Dish Segment. On Thursday, Clovis Police released the following press release: The Clovis Police Department is asking for the public’s and local media’s assistance in locating…MORE