FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Citing environmental concerns over potentially harmful plastic bottles, Democratic California Assemblyman Mark Stone has introduced a new bill, which would alter their design. If approved, it would ban the sale of plastic bottles, unless the cap is tied to the container. Stone says bottle caps are among the most common litter found…… MORE
“Gaping Hole” Appears In Oroville Dam Slipway
OROVILLE (KMJ) — The flow of water down the Oroville Dam slipway has been suspended after what was described as a “gaping hole” appeared in it. The California Department of Water Resources made that call to investigate what happened – after a maintenance worker saw water spraying up in the air Tuesday. “The most important…… MORE
Agriculture Groups Stress Importance of Trade
More than 80 agriculture groups signed off on a letter to President Donald Trump, calling on the administration to reduce and eliminate tariffs and other restrictive agricultural policies in the Asia-Pacific region. By doing so, the agriculture groups say the move would allow American workers to supply Asian markets with high-quality food and agricultural goods.…… MORE
How Would A Trade War With Mexico Affect CA?
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — If President Donald Trump succeeds in building a wall along the boarder with Mexico, and initiates a trade war, the Golden State wouldn’t be hit as badly as some others. According to a new WalletHub analysis, California would take the 11th hardest hit. The report takes into account imports, exports, and the…… MORE
Calif. Health Exchange Sees Surge in Enrollment
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Covered California says more than 412,000 new customers signed up for health insurance, during the latest enrollment period. Almost 50,000 applied in the final two days. 37 percent of enrollees are in the coveted 18-34 demographic. The exchange hopes the improved mix of young and older consumers will help regulate premiums. A…… MORE
Flood Watches & Evacuations In Central Valley
[Oakhurst- Road 426 & Civic Circle] FRESNO, CA (KMJ ) -Flooding is wreaking havoc in areas of Central California, Mariposa, experience flooding in large part to the fact there’s so much debris from drought-stricken trees snapping and clogging the water from draining. Oakhurst is also experiencing flooding, that is washing away debris. Yosemite National Park…… MORE
Fresno Experiences “Wettest Start To The Water Year” Says NWS
FRESNO (KMJ) — The rain due in the Central Valley this week, is actually adding to what’s already a record-breaking year. “In the Fresno area so far this is the wettest start to the water year, which begins on October 1st, since 1997,” explains National Weather Service meteorologist Scott Rowe. He says we’ve received some…… MORE
GMO Labeling Law May Avoid Executive Order on Regulations
The national GMO labeling law passed by Congress may avoid the Donald Trump administration executive order against government regulations. The executive order calls for two regulations to be removed from the books for every regulation enacted in 2017. As Politico speculates, the GMO labeling law would be exempt from the order because it’s not…… MORE
Fresno Man Shot in Face, Flips Car on Highway 41
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A Fresno man is recovering after being shot in the face, and crashing his car on Highway 41. Fresno Police Lieutenant Joe Gomez tells KMJ News it happened around 2:30 Monday afternoon, near near Platt and Kalish. Gomez says the shooting stemmed from a dispute, and not gang affiliation.… MORE
New Scam Claims Victims Owe Thousands to “USB Recovery Department”
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A phony letter from the “USB Recovery Department” and the “Department of Enforcement,” claims recipients owe thousands of dollars, and threatens victims with intent to levy. One woman tells the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office that the fraudulent document, had her correct date of birth, and Social Security number. The fraudsters also used…… MORE
