WASHINGTON DC (KMJ) Congressional republicans (and a handful of democrats) are seeking to roll back California’s controversial clean car rule. That’s the rule that would ban the sale of gas-powered vehicles in the Golden State starting in 2035. The House on Thursday voted 246-164 on a GOP resolution to express congressional disapproval of California’s Advanced…… MORE
USDA Issuing $1.3 Billion to Specialty Crop Producers
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a second round of payments coming for specialty crop producers through the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops Program, providing $1.3 billion dollars. USDA’s Farm Service Agency has already delivered just under $900 million in first-round payments to eligible producers. “We’re putting farmers first,” Rollins said. “After a thorough review of…… MORE
Fresno Unified Set To Change Governing Bylaw, Stirring Criticism From Teachers’ Union
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno Unified School District will vote Wednesday night to change one of its bylaws. The district says it’s standard operating procedure but the president of the teachers union says is problematic. “Our student outcomes focused governance model is something we’ve been working on for about a year. It’s an evidence…… MORE
16-year-old Crashes Stolen Car Into Northeast Fresno Home
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A 16-year-old is in custody after crashing a stolen car into a northeast Fresno home. It happened before 1 am Thursday at a home on Diana and Magill — that’s near Blackstone and Herndon. Police say the suspect from Clovis stole a car and went on a joy ride, which ended…… MORE
Calif. Sues Trump Over DOGE Cut to Americorps
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Gov. Newsom announced another lawsuit against the Trump administration on Tuesday. This time it’s due to the recent 40% funding cut to Americorps. More than 20 other states have also sued for the same reason. “Service sits at the very core of who we are as Americans,” said Gov. Newsom in a…… MORE
Annalisa Perea Launches Assembly Campaign
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Annalisa Perea is attempting to follow in her big brother’s footsteps by winning a seat in the California Assembly. The Fresno City Councilmember announced her bid for the 31st Assembly district seat on Wednesday. That position is currently held by Joaquin Arambula (D-Fresno) who has set his sights on landing a spot…… MORE
EPA Releases Better Strategy to Protect Endangered Species
The Environmental Protection Agency released its final Insecticide Strategy that identifies practical protections for federally endangered and threatened species from the use of insecticides. At the same time, it also provides flexibility for pesticide users and growers. The Strategy identifies mitigations aimed at protecting more than 900 species listed by the Fish and Wildlife Service…… MORE
Man Hospitalized In Suspected DUI Crash In Fresno County
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The California Highway Patrol is investigating a suspected DUI crash that sent a man to the hospital. It happened just after 8 pm Tuesday on Highway 99 and Manning Avenue in Fresno County. The CHP says he was driving a pickup truck that was stopped in the middle of the…… MORE
DOGE Cuts Impact Central California Nonprofit Work
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — “AmeriCorps members are the lifeblood of nonprofit organizations,” said HandsOn Central California Executive Director Carol Davies. Less than two weeks ago, the federally funded agency AmeriCorps had its budget slashed by the Department of Government Efficiency, also known as DOGE. This move eliminates roughly $400 million worth of grant money, leading…… MORE
