Category Archives: Local News

Gerawan Farming Wants “Pro-Union” ALRB Documents Uncovered

Gerawan Farming Wants “Pro-Union” ALRB Documents Uncovered

FRESNO (KMJ) — A Fresno based ag-firm says it wants the cover to be lifted on documents which allege a bias at the ALRB. Gerawan farming reveal that a woman working at the state agency, was being silenced after she detailed what’s described as a “biased pro-union” approach at the Agricultural Labor Relations Board. That…MORE

Fresno Judge Denies Withdrawal “No Contest Plea” By Former Central High Coach

Fresno Judge Denies Withdrawal “No Contest Plea” By Former Central High Coach

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A Fresno County judge rules Friday to not allow a former Central High School basketball coach to withdraw his no-contest plea in connection with a drunken-driving crash. Loren Lebeau is currently serving 12 years in prison for the crash that killed 7-year-old Donovan Maldonado and injured his family members back in…MORE

Reedley Police Remember Officer Now “Patrolling The Streets Of Heaven”

Reedley Police Remember Officer Now “Patrolling The Streets Of Heaven”

REEDLEY (KMJ) — Officers with Reedley Police, were joined by law enforcement from across the state Friday morning, to honor the memory of one of their own killed in the line of duty. It was February 25th 2010 when Officer Javier Bejar was shot as he was assisting Fresno County Sheriff’s Office serve a search…MORE

Grizzlies Looking For Locals To Perform The National Anthem

Grizzlies Looking For Locals To Perform The National Anthem

FRESNO (KMJ) — Officials with the Fresno Grizzlies are once again searching for talented performers, to bring the National Anthem to Chukchansi Park. “The Central Valley is filled with people with amazing voices and musical skill,” says Grizzlies Events & Entertainment Manager Ray Ortiz. “These auditions and performing at the ballpark give people the chance…MORE

Fewer Undocumented Calif. Students Seeking Financial Aid

Fewer Undocumented Calif. Students Seeking Financial Aid

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The number of undocumented students seeking financial aid in the California Community Colleges System, is down by more than 40 percent from last year. With just days before the deadline, there are only around 20,000 Dream Act applications on file, according to the California Student Aid Commission. The 113-campus State Community Colleges…MORE

Bail Set at $1M for 88 Yr Old Woman

(KMJ)      An elderly north valley woman is behind bars facing serious charges.  And it’s unlikely she’ll be set free anytime soon. The Stockton Record reports 88-year old Amalia Guerrero has been charged with first degree attempted premeditated murder. Investigators say Guerrero, of Stockton, stabbed her 57-year old son earlier this week. She appeared in…MORE

“Have you seen my Congressperson” Rallies Across Central Valley 

“Have you seen my Congressperson” Rallies Across Central Valley 

FRESNO, CA ( KMJ) – On Thursday, February 23rd, constituents across California held candlelight vigils in the neighborhoods of Congressional representatives asking “Have you seen my Congressperson.” The events are part of the “Courageous Resistance” of the California-based Courage Campaign. They were joined by members of SEIU’s #FightForCA campaign to highlight how they say GOP members…MORE

The Importance of Balancing Emotions and Intelligence in the Workforce

The Importance of Balancing Emotions and Intelligence in the Workforce

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — When it comes to success in business, it appears your emotional quotient, or EQ, has nearly as big of an impact, as your IQ. According to the OfficeTeam’s latest survey, 95 percent of HR managers, and 99 percent of workers, feel emotional intelligence is vital in the workplace, as it promotes better…MORE

CSU Community Advised To Call Campus PD If Asked About Immigration

CSU Community Advised To Call Campus PD If Asked About Immigration

LONG BEACH (KMJ) — The Chancellor of the CSU system says his team is “carefully examining” the latest memorandum from the White House on immigration. It comes after Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly issued documents to his department on Tuesday, which included the direction that anyone in the country illegally who has been charged, convicted,…MORE

Study: Auto Safety Not Exclusive to Luxury Brands

Study: Auto Safety Not Exclusive to Luxury Brands

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Although the latest technology and designs typically come in only luxury auto brands, the same can’t be said for safety and dependability. The latest J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study finds that some of today’s most reliable cars, are made by more affordable brands. The Toyota Camry and the Ford F-150, are among…MORE