Category Archives: Local News

Food Trucks Now Serving Late-night Travelers At Fresno Airport

Food Trucks Now Serving Late-night Travelers At Fresno Airport

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Travelers at Fresno Yosemite International Airport now have more food options to enjoy while waiting for their flight. Food trucks are now serving late-night passengers. The temporary program provides culinary options at the airport during construction for the terminal expansion. Fresno City leaders say its part of an effort to have…MORE

Tulare PD Warns of Scam Targeting Students

Tulare PD Warns of Scam Targeting Students

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — The Tulare Police Department is warning of a scam targeting students on social media. The agency has received reports of children being contacted through Instagram accounts that appear to be from other students at their schools. The scammer then asks the victim permission to paint a picture of them for…MORE

FAA: Pilot Error To Blame in Deadly Mid-Air Crash

FAA: Pilot Error To Blame in Deadly Mid-Air Crash

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — Federal investigators say the deadly 2022 mid-air collision between two planes on the Central Coast was caused by pilot error. The crash killed three people, including two from Merced County. In a recent report, the FAA says the pilot from Merced County failed to see and avoid the other plane…MORE

California Remains World’s 5th Largest Economy

California Remains World’s 5th Largest Economy

SACRAMENTO – Thanks to continued economic growth and strong performances in a variety of industry sectors, California has again ranked as the 5th largest economy in the world. WHAT GOVERNOR NEWSOM SAID: “California continues to punch above its weight, overperforming all but a handful of the largest countries in the world. And with our unparalleled combination…MORE

5-Year-Old Hit By Truck in Atwater, Police Say

5-Year-Old Hit By Truck in Atwater, Police Say

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – A five-year-old is being treated for serious injuries after being hit by a truck in Atwater. Police say the child was injured just before 5 pm Monday on Crest Road near Muir Avenue. The child was flown by helicopter to a hospital in Fresno. The driver stayed at the scene and…MORE

Family Of Man Who Died In Custody In Tulare County Files Lawsuit

Family Of Man Who Died In Custody In Tulare County Files Lawsuit

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Family and loved ones of Guadalupe Garcia held a press conference Monday morning alongside their lawyers, detailing how they say deputies killed the 57-year-old back in July 2022. It’s been nearly two years since Guadalupe died in custody. Now, his family is looking for justice and answers about his death.…MORE

3 Suspects Arrested in Armed Robbery Leading To Chase, Police Seek 4th Suspect

3 Suspects Arrested in Armed Robbery Leading To Chase, Police Seek 4th Suspect

CLOVIS, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Two of the three suspects have been identified in an armed robbery in Clovis that led to a chase throughout Fresno County. The Clovis Police Department took 20-year-old Jose Mitra Barrios, 18-year-old Abel Sanchez Martinez and a juvenile into custody. They are still searching for a fourth suspect. Police say the…MORE

Butterflies And Big Bug Experience Now Open At Fresno Chaffee Zoo

Butterflies And Big Bug Experience Now Open At Fresno Chaffee Zoo

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — If you’re a fan of creepy crawlers, then the new exhibit at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo may be for you. Visitors flocking to opened exhibits on Monday may be familiar with the Butterfly Garden returning from last year. “When you guys come on, you are going to see lots of non-native…MORE

Community Remembers Merced Police Officer Killed in Line of Duty 20 Years Ago

Community Remembers Merced Police Officer Killed in Line of Duty 20 Years Ago

MERCED, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Family members and fellow law enforcement officers gathered in Merced Monday morning to pay tribute to an officer who died 20 years ago in the line of duty. A remembrance ceremony was held at the Merced Police Department, in honor of Officer Stephan Gray. He was just 34 years old when…MORE