FRESNO (KMJ) — Yosemite National Park is still open for business, but a local tourism group says the signs detailing road closures are misleading those from out of town. “Know that because it says ‘road closed’, it doesn’t mean Yosemite is closed,” explains the CEO of Visit Yosemite Madera County Ronda Salisbury. She adds that…… MORE
Messages Sent By Officials On Private Accounts Must Now Be Disclosed
SAN FRANCISCO (KMJ/AP) California’s State Supreme Court establishes that the public has a right to see emails and text messages about government business sent on private accounts. The unanimous ruling made Thursday, clears up an area of state law which has been scrutinized in courtrooms. It has been alleged that some used the practice of…… MORE
El Nino May Yet Show Up in 2017
Tropical waters in the Pacific Ocean are said to be warming at an increasingly substantial rate, leading some to believe the time it will take for another round of El Nino appears to be getting shorter and shorter. A Cattle Network Dot Com article notes that El Nino typically appears every two to seven…… MORE
Protein Discovery Could Lead to New Asthma Treatment
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A group of researchers at the University of Leicester in England say they’ve identified a key protein, tied to the narrowing of the airway, in people with a severe case of asthma. The protein is HMGB1, and it appears to have a correlation with increased mucus production. Experts believe this finding could…… MORE
A Correlation Between Physicial Height & Financial Decisions
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to new research published in the journal Management Science, the taller you are, the more likely you are to invest in stocks. Cornell University researchers call the correlation surprising. Meanwhile, those who are considered obese, are about 10 percent less likely to become an investor. Experts say it’s likely related to…… MORE
“Safe Place” Resolution Proposed For Fresno Unified
FRESNO (KMJ) — A resolution detailing the protections offered to all students within Fresno Unified School District, has been unveiled. The reveal Wednesday morning outside Roosevelt High School saw community activists, local politicians, and trustees all come together. “We’re here today to clearly reaffirm our commitment and support to the students of Fresno Unified,” begins…… MORE
The Search Continues To Find Somewhere For “Sexually Violent Predator”
FRESNO (KMJ) — It’s now back to square one to find a place for a man Fresno County District Attorney’s office describes as a “sexually violent predator” – Jeffrey Snyder. A house had originally been selected for him in a neighborhood in Northwest Fresno. But that option was officially withdrawn from consideration in August 2016…… MORE
Starling Appointed Special Assistant to Trump for Ag
The Trump White House appointed Ray Starling to the position of Special Assistant to the President for Agriculture, Trade, and Food Aid, a move hailed by multiple Ag groups as a positive. Starling was most recently an aid to North Carolina Republican Senator Thom Tillis. Starling’s appointment fills a position left mostly vacant during…… MORE
Mardi Gras “King Cake” Custom Celebrated in Fresno
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – King Cakes are a vibrant part of the Mardi Gras tradition in New Orleans, and Fresno, as well. Bakeries like Eddie’s Bakery on Herndon and Cedar reported selling 50 king cakes on Tuesday, February 28th, according to Eddie’s employee, Sophia Meyer (photo above). “A King’s Cake” is popular custom in honor…… MORE
Fresno Judge’s Ruling on Public Info Called “Disturbing”
(AP) — Gun owners’ rights advocates are free to publish the home addresses and telephone numbers of California state lawmakers who voted for firearms restrictions, a federal judge decided Monday. It is the second time in a week that judges decided that California lawmakers went too far in protecting the private information of public figures.…… MORE
