Category Archives: Local News

Former St. Anthony’s Vicar Father Bert Mello Dies
FRESNO CA (KMJ) – Father Bert Mello, the former parochial vicar at St. Anthony of Padua in Fresno died Tuesday morning. Pastor Mello was known for telling his congregation in both Fresno and Bak...
Cumulus Media Mar 21, 2018

Iconic Ferris Wheel On Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Is Closing
FRESNO, CA (KMJ ) – The iconic Ferris wheel at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is closing. After 60 years, numerous movie and TV appearances, and more than 4 million riders since 1986 alon...
Cumulus Media Mar 19, 2018

Turlock Man Pleads Guilty To Laser Strike On Sheriff’s Dept. Helicopter
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A Turlock man pleads guilty on Monday to shining a laser at a sheriff’s helicopter. According to court documents, 31-year-old Roger John of Turlock — struck...
Cumulus Media Mar 19, 2018

Bredefeld Slams Mayor Brand’s Business Plan: “It’s Time To Act”
FRESNO (KMJ) — A war of words is erupting between Fresno’s Mayor and one of its Councilmembers after each put forward plans to encourage more businesses to the city. Councilman Garry Brede...
Cumulus Media Mar 19, 2018
Powerful Storm Approaching Calif., Warnings Issued
LOS ANGELES (AP) – A strong Pacific storm tapping into subtropical moisture is taking aim at California, raising the threat of flash flooding and debris flows. The National Weather Service says ...
Cumulus Media Mar 19, 2018

Reedley City Council Postpones Vote On Lease For Controversial Transition House
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) -Reedley City Council postpones the vote Tuesday on a lease agreement for the controversial Transition House. The agreement with Hope Now Ministries was to operate a transitional home...
Cumulus Media Mar 15, 2018

Mobile Home “A Complete Loss” – Officials Say Smoke Detector Saved Lives
SELMA (KMJ) — A blaze inside a double-wide mobile home outside Selma is now under investigation, after flames tore through it early Thursday morning. Crews with Fresno County Fire was called to ...
Cumulus Media Mar 15, 2018

Tulare County Officials Raising Money For Sick Babies – With Breakfast
Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux (left) makes pancakes while Fire Chief Charlie Norman (right) supervises. VISALIA (KMJ) — Tulare County’s Sheriff, District Attorney, and Fire Chief, s...
Cumulus Media Mar 15, 2018

Crime Dropping Overall In Fresno
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Crime is dropping overall in Fresno. The Fresno Police crime watch trends for March 2018 show crime is dropping significantly despite four shootings that took last week...
Cumulus Media Mar 14, 2018

3 Vehicle Accident Outside KMJ Involving Fresno Unified School Bus
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A three-vehicle accident involving a loaded school bus took place Wednesday in Northwest Fresno. It happened about 4:00 just outside Radio City on Shaw and Harrison, involving...
Cumulus Media Mar 14, 2018
Poll
Daily Buzz Question: 10.3.2025
What’s your favorite thing to do at the Big Fresno Fair?
Eat my way through the food stands
Catch a concert at the Paul Paul Theater
Visit the animals and ag exhibits
Ride the carnival rides and play games
Explore local art, crafts, and cultural showcases
Other
Voting Ends: Oct 5, 2025 | 7:00 PM