Category Archives: Local News

Fresno Experiences “Wettest Start To The Water Year” Says NWS

Fresno Experiences “Wettest Start To The Water Year” Says NWS

FRESNO (KMJ) — The rain due in the Central Valley this week, is actually adding to what’s already a record-breaking year. “In the Fresno area so far this is the wettest start to the water year, which begins on October 1st, since 1997,” explains National Weather Service meteorologist Scott Rowe. He says we’ve received some…MORE

Fresno Man Shot in Face, Flips Car on Highway 41

Fresno Man Shot in Face, Flips Car on Highway 41

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) —  A Fresno man is recovering after being shot in the face, and crashing his car on Highway 41. Fresno Police Lieutenant Joe Gomez tells KMJ News it happened around 2:30 Monday afternoon, near near Platt and Kalish. Gomez says the shooting stemmed from a dispute, and not gang affiliation.MORE

New Scam Claims Victims Owe Thousands to “USB Recovery Department”

New Scam Claims Victims Owe Thousands to “USB Recovery Department”

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A phony letter from the “USB Recovery Department” and the “Department of Enforcement,” claims recipients owe thousands of dollars, and threatens victims with intent to levy. One woman tells the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office that the fraudulent document, had her correct date of birth, and Social Security number. The fraudsters also used…MORE

Yale: More Teens Switching from E-Cigs to “Dripping”

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Electronic cigarettes have been at the center of controversy, given the lack of data about the long-term impacts. Increasing use among teens has led to numerous regulations. Now, researchers at Yale warn that young people are turning to “dripping.” Instead of using a cartridge of juice and a wick that goes to…MORE

Vidak: Bill Protecting Undocumented Presents “Real And Present Danger”

Vidak: Bill Protecting Undocumented Presents “Real And Present Danger”

SACRAMENTO (KMJ) — A Central Valley State Senator publicly opposes a bill which would stop local law enforcement from referring undocumented immigrants to federal agents. Those against the Senate Bill 54, proposed by Senate President pro-Tempore Kevin De León, fear it would turn California into a sanctuary state. “Families in the undocumented community are particularly…MORE

Fresno PD: 4 Month Old Girl Accidentally Suffocates In Bed

Fresno PD: 4 Month Old Girl Accidentally Suffocates In Bed

FRESNO, CA ( KMJ ) – A four month old child died Monday morning in Northwest Fresno in what police believe was an accident. It was just after 9:30a.m. when Fresno Police received a call of a child not breathing. Lt. Joe Gomez says it happened at the Apple Creek Apartment Complex, on the 4700…MORE

Executive Order Suspended – Los Banos Family Reunited

Executive Order Suspended – Los Banos Family Reunited

FRESNO (KMJ) — A Los Banos family separated due to a presidential executive order are now back together. Arriving at San Francisco International Sunday night, Ahmed Ali and his 12 year old daughter Eman have officially made it into the United States. But the journey took far longer than expected. Ahmed Ali had flown to…MORE

Storms Cause Friday Flooding in Central Valley

Storms Cause Friday Flooding in Central Valley

Here’s a look at flooding in Fresno, Madera and Clovis on Friday after a few storms passed through the Central Valley.  Thanks to KMJ listeners for sending photos our way.  MORE

IRS Issues Warning About New W-2 Scam

IRS Issues Warning About New W-2 Scam

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The IRS has issued a warning about a new W-2 scam. It’s called the W-2 e-mail phishing scam, and it’s extended beyond corporations, to smaller companies, non-profits, and public schools. Successful crooks make off with sensitive information, and are able to additional criminal activities, including filing phony tax returns. The Internal Revenue…MORE

Report: Workplace Stress On The Rise

Report: Workplace Stress On The Rise

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — More than 52 percent of American workers report being stressed on a daily basis. That’s according to a new Accounttemps report, which says that 60 percent of employees feel work-related pressures, have have increased over the past 5 years. They cite major workloads, tough deadlines, and unrealistic expectations. Analysts attribute it to…MORE