FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man was hit by a car during a chase in east central Fresno on Friday night. The accident happened around 10 pm in the area of Shields and Maple. Fresno police say a man in his 40s was being chased by two people when he ran into the roadway and…… MORE
New FDA Food Safety Rule
Although the U.S. food supply is one of the safest, foodborne illness is a public health concern. The Food and Drug Administration has a new rule requiring detailed records for certain foods as they move through the supply chain, which can help trace the source of a potential outbreak. FDA has taken steps like issuing…… MORE
WATCH: Bill Maher Declares War on Almond Farmers, Newsom Says “You’re Right”
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Comedian Bill Maher sat down with California Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday evening’s edition of HBO’s Real Time and discussed a number of top-of-mind issues – including the recent drought, gender-neutral toy mandates and more. At 2:45 into the discussion, Maher turned his targets on California agriculture and specifically almond growers. “Take…… MORE
CDC Expands Warning About Charcuterie Meat Trays
Federal health officials are expanding a warning about salmonella poisoning tied to charcuterie meat snack trays sold at Sam’s Club and Costco stores. At least 47 people in 22 states have been sickened and 10 people have been hospitalized after eating Busseto brand, made in Fresno*, and Fratelli Beretta brand meats, officials with the Centers for Disease…… MORE
Fresno Grizzlies Unveil Season Slogan Ahead of 2024 Opener
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno Grizzlies have unveiled their new season slogan ahead of the 2024 campaign. From “Raise the Bear” in 2021, 2024 will be all about “G’s Up.” “The term G’s Up is rooted in the lyrics of the early 90s G-Funk music. This music originated in California’s inner cities and quickly became the…… MORE
Fresno Co. Historical Museum Shines Light on Sikh Community
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Countless exhibits can be found at the Fresno County Historical Museum and one of them uniquely showcased is the Sikh Exhibit. Board Members of the Sikh Historical Society say it’s important to have a place where anyone can learn about their roots and culture. “That is something that, you know, we can…… MORE
3 Id’d in Shooting Death of Woman in SW Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Police have identified three suspects involved in the November shooting death of a woman in Southwest Fresno. Detectives are searching for 26-year-old Aaminah Norman and 23-year-old Devin Miliki, who they say are responsible for the murder of 21-year-old Adriana Gonzales. They are also searching for 29-year-old Sabrina Acosto-Ramirez who is believed to…… MORE
24-year-old Man Gunned Down in Southwest Fresno is Identified
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – A man who was shot and killed in southwest Fresno Wednesday has been identified. The Fresno County Coroner’s office has identified him as 24-year-old Taeshawn Johnson. Officers responded to Lorena Avenue and South Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard around 1 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. When officers arrived, they found Johnson in the road…… MORE
USDA Launches Pilot Beef-Grading Program
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a pilot program to allow more cattle producers and meat processors to access better markets through USDA’s official beef quality grading and certification. The Remote Grading Pilot for Beef, developed by the AMS, matches simple technology with robust data management and program oversight to allow a USDA grader to assess…… MORE
Listen: Tulare Co. D.A. Details Effort to “Fix” Prop 47
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward joined KMJ’s Afternoon Drive on Thursday to discuss the effort to “fix” Prop 47. The initiative is called “The Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act” and they are currently gathering signatures to put it on the November ballot. It is supported by many law enforcement agencies…… MORE
