Calif. Snowpack Among Biggest on Record

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The most recent measurement by the Department of Water Resources shows water content in the Sierra Nevada snowpack is at 183 percent of the historical average. It’s the latest sign of recovery from 5 years of severe drought conditions. Despite calls for the governor to end state’s drought status, water conservation continues…MORE

More Than One-Third Of Americans Now Have At Least A Bachelor’s Degree

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — More than one-third of U.S. adults now hold at least a bachelor’s degree. According to the Current Population Survey, that’s that the largest figure, since the government began taking note in 1940. Back then, fewer than 5 percent of Americans had attained that level of education. On average, those with a bachelor’s…MORE

Immigration Reform Advocates Want To Counter “False Rumors” On Social Media

SANGER (KMJ) — Local supporters of immigration reform – say they want to counter the fear with the facts. Religious leaders, representatives from ag groups, and law enforcement, came together Thursday morning for a round-table discussion inside Sanger’s Tabernacle of Praise Christian Center to examine the situation for those in the country illegally. They also…MORE

Farmers Union Urging Trump to Oppose Dow-DuPont Merger

  The National Farmers Union is asking President Donald Trump to oppose the merger between Dow and DuPont. NFU wants the administration to block the deal because of concerns it would lead to reduced competition and less innovation, as well as less choice and higher prices for farm inputs. NFU President Roger Johnson says: “If…MORE

Former Fresno County Workers Plead Not Guilty To Stealing From The Dead

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Former Fresno County workers are accused of stealing from the dead plead not guilty to the felony charges. Six of eight people accused of stealing from the dead pleaded not guilty Wednesday in a Fresno courtroom, while the others await their hearing, including one scheduled for Thursday, March 29th. The State…MORE

Bill Would Give Calif. Teachers More Time to Earn Tenure

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Democratic Calif. Assemblywoman Shirley Weber has proposed a bill, that would give teachers five years to earn permanent status. Weber argues that the current two-year process isn’t long enough, and teachers who don’t receive tenure within that timeframe, typically don’t get a second chance. If approved, the legislation would also require districts…MORE