Category Archives: Local News

City Of Fresno Launches New Trolley System

City Of Fresno Launches New Trolley System

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — You can now get a free ride. The city of Fresno has launched a new trolley system. Mayor Jerry Dyer made the announcement alongside city leaders and some of Fresno’s most recognizable mascots. Fresno-HOP is a free and reliable transportation option meant for residents to explore Fresno’s nightlife and expose thousands…MORE

Road Closures This Weekend Due To Two Cities Marathon

Road Closures This Weekend Due To Two Cities Marathon

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Several roads in north Fresno, including Friant Road, will be closed off for this Sunday’s Two Cities Marathon. The closures will be in effect on Sunday morning beginning at 3 AM and ending at 3 PM. Friant Road will be closed from Audubon Drive to Willow Avenu, and Shepherd Avenue will…MORE

$7 Million Scratcher Sold At Cutler Food Mart

$7 Million Scratcher Sold At Cutler Food Mart

CUTLER, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — There might be someone $7 million richer after a lucky scratcher was sold at the Cutler Food Mart. A “millionaire made here sign” is now proudly hanging at the market. Action News has learned the ticket was redeemed in Fresno on Halloween. The winners walk away with a portion of the…MORE

Fresno County Supervisor Introduces Proposal To Check Children’s Books

Fresno County Supervisor Introduces Proposal To Check Children’s Books

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A new proposal from a Fresno County supervisor would give parents more control over the books featured in children’s sections. “This is not about trying to isolate people or divide people,” said Steve Brandau, Fresno County District 2 Supervisor. Brandau held a press conference Thursday morning announcing his proposed legislation,…MORE

Driver Arrested For Hit-And-Run In Central Fresno

Driver Arrested For Hit-And-Run In Central Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A driver is in jail accused of hitting a pedestrian in central Fresno and then leaving the scene. It happened before 9 pm Thursday on Shields and Cedar. A witness told police a man in his 40’s was standing in the center median when he stepped out into the road and…MORE

Winton Park Homicide Suspect Nabbed in Missouri

Winton Park Homicide Suspect Nabbed in Missouri

On Thursday, law enforcement in Camden County, Missouri arrested 40 year old Michael Brandon Kent of Fresno. He was taken into custody without incident. Kent, who goes by the nickname Gage, was wanted in connection with the shooting death of James Buford in Winton Park. The 69 year old victim from Sanger was working for…MORE

14 Year Old Sanger Boy Arrested for Murder

14 Year Old Sanger Boy Arrested for Murder

Homicide detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a 14year old boy for the murder of 55 year old Ruben Ramirez of Parlier. The suspect is a student at Sanger West High School who, according to investigators, has ties to a criminal street gang. He has not been publicly identified. Around 5:15 pm…MORE

Controlled Burn In Madera County Expected To Burn More Than 600 Acres

Controlled Burn In Madera County Expected To Burn More Than 600 Acres

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ.KFSN) — A controlled burn in Madera County is resulting in very smokey skies. It’s taking place in the Crooks Mountain area of Ahwahnee and will continue for several days. The sheriff’s office also sent out an alert to residents about the fire. You can see the small plumes of smoke combining…MORE

Fresno County Health Officials Confirm West Nile Virus Death

Fresno County Health Officials Confirm West Nile Virus Death

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno County Department of Public Health has confirmed its first human death this year caused by West Nile Virus. The health department has also reported 10 positive cases this year. Across the state, there have been 286 reported cases of West Nile Virus, including 10 deaths. Health experts say this…MORE