FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The start of a reversal, when it comes to poor financial habits. A new BankRate.com study shows the percentage of Americans who have enough savings to cover 6 months of living expenses has risen to 31 percent. That’s compared to 28 percent last year, and only 22 percent in 2015. 25 percent…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Central California SPCA is warning residents to take extra caution with their pets in the heat. Spokesperson Walter Salvari says the SPCA is being inundated with calls complaining about animals suffering from blistering temperatures. “We receive phone calls through our dispatch department for animals that are suffering from heat stroke.…… MORE
FRESNO (KMj) — The City of Fresno will not be contributing to a legal defense fund for its undocumented residents facing federal deportation proceedings. Fresno City Council’s decision came just after 9.30am Tuesday, during a crowded budget hearing. “This motion was made because there is a tremendous need in our community,” began Councilmember Esmeralda Soria.…… MORE
UPDATE: The Fresno County Coroner’s Office has released the name of the victim of yesterday’s homicide in Northwest Fresno at Fig Garden Loop. He is Deionte Wade, 20, of Fresno. FRESNO CA (KMJ) – Two people were shot outside the AutoZone on the Fig Garden Loop, in North West Fresno, Monday afternoon. Multiple calls of…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State is at risk of losing generations of potential homeowners in the coming decades, if it fails create a greater supply of housing. According to the Center for California Real Estate, the lack of affordable housing could become a muti-decade issue, which will prevent millennials, and potentially their children, from…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – “This is the game changer for the City of Fresno,” said Mayor Lee Brand, at the groundbreaking of the new 850,000-square foot facility, due to open in 2018 in southwest Fresno. “This starts to change the narrative of Fresno. Fresno is successful. Bringing 1500 jobs to Fresno is an amazing feat.”…… MORE
FRESNO, CA – Cooling centers are activated when the temperature in Fresno is forecast to be 105°F or above by the National Weather Service. Cooling centers will be open at the following locations: • Ted C. Wills Community Center, 770 N. San Pablo • Frank H. Ball Neighborhood Center, 760 Mayor • Mosqueda Community…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ/AP) — The rules governing recall elections in California have been changed, and Republicans say its in response to voter outcry over Democratic Senator Josh Newman’s vote to the increase the gas tax. Backers of the effort in Fullerton are currently asking for signatures in order to trigger a recall election and remove Newman…… MORE
[Photo: Liz Kern] FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A young Fresno student with a real knack for spelling is honored by the city. “It’s been really exciting, it’s like a whirlwind.” -Ananya Vinay, Spelling Bee Champ. [Photo: Liz Kern] She’s kind of a big deal here in Fresno, Ananya Vinay, the reigning Scripps National Spelling Bee…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The number of teen using electronic cigarettes, or ‘vaping’ devices, has fallen substantially, after a dramatic increase. According to the latest data from the CDC, use of the controversial devices declined by around 800,000 in 2016. It’s not clear why there was such a notable drop, although stricter regulations on sales may…… MORE
