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Floods Receding As Pine Flat Dam Reports Water Releases Down

Floods Receding As Pine Flat Dam Reports Water Releases Down

KINGSBURG (KMJ) — The fight against flooding in Tulare County continues, with local and state agencies joining in the battle to repel the spread of the Kings River. But crews on scene report that the amount of water flowing downhill is receding. The Army Corps of Engineers reveals releases from Pine Flat Dam Monday morning…MORE

West Nile Virus Found In Fresno County Mosquitos

West Nile Virus Found In Fresno County Mosquitos

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) -Mosquitoes have tested positive for West Nile Virus in Fresno County. Fresno County residents are urged to continue to take precautions to eliminate mosquito sources and prevent mosquito bites, after two Culex mosquito pools collected from the County have tested positive for WNV. Residents are urged to take the following precautions: Apply…MORE

Cooler Conditions Forecast For The Central Valley

Cooler Conditions Forecast For The Central Valley

FRESNO (KMJ) — The week of triple-digit temperatures is now behind us, as the coming days see a return to what the National Weather Service considers seasonal conditions. “We have a trough moving through the state today, and that’s going to bring cooler temperatures to our area,” reveals Hanford based meteorologist David Spector. “We only…MORE

Fresno’s Animal Overpopulation Problem Has A Solution

Fresno’s Animal Overpopulation Problem Has A Solution

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno’s animal overpopulation problem has a solution. Around 80 percent of animals that go into area shelters don’t make it out….  “Fresno and the Central Valley is one of the highest kill rates in California.” – Stacey Houk, Executive Director at H.O.P.E. Animal Foundation. The solution – spay and neuter.  That’s according…MORE

Fresno Sheriff Asks Help To Find Missing Kerman Teenager

Fresno Sheriff Asks Help To Find Missing Kerman Teenager

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate a missing Kerman teenager 16 year-old Miguel Echevarria was last seen on Monday, June 19th. He is described as 5’4′ and about 120 pounds He was wearing a red hat, white t-shirt, red shorts and white shoes. The teen has…MORE

Chocolate May Lower Your Risk of Irregular Heartbeat

Chocolate May Lower Your Risk of Irregular Heartbeat

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Eating moderate amounts of chocolate has been linked to a noticeably lower risk of developing an irregular heartbeat. Researchers in Denmark say consumption of cocoa promotes healthy blood vessel function. Dark chocolate, which has a higher cocoa content, appears to be the most beneficial. Still, consuming chocolate products in excess is discouraged,…MORE

Study: New Mothers Criticized Most by Those Closest to Them

Study: New Mothers Criticized Most by Those Closest to Them

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Spend some time on social media or even at the local playground and you’ll likely find a “mommy shamer.” According to a new University of Michigan study however, they’re not the worst among new mothers. Two-thirds of women in study say friends and family are their harshest critics. They report being shamed…MORE

Baby Girl Dead – Mother’s Boyfriend Arrested

Baby Girl Dead – Mother’s Boyfriend Arrested

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A 6-month-old girl, allegedly abused by her mother’s boyfriend, has died. Fresno Police say 20-year-old Osvaldo Tejada, who is not the infant’s biological father, was arrested on six counts of child abuse. More charges are now pending, because of the infant’s death. Fresno Police say the child was brought to…MORE

Fresno Welcomes 2017 Miss California & Miss California Outstanding Teen Pageant Contestants

Fresno Welcomes 2017 Miss California & Miss California Outstanding Teen Pageant Contestants

[Photo: CMAC] FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno City Council members welcomed the 2017 Miss California Contestants to Fresno at City Hall Friday morning. 46 beauty contestants from across the state are in the Valley for this year’s Miss California and Miss California’s Outstanding Teen Pageant. The Valley area has some competitors -link here to see the contestants:…MORE