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AAA: Holiday Travel Reaching New Highs

AAA: Holiday Travel Reaching New Highs

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — About 12.4 million Californians are expected to travel at least 50 miles for the upcoming holidays; AAA says that’s an all-time record. The vast majority are planning to drive to their destination, with the rest flying, or using other means of transportation. Gas prices, despite having risen slightly, remain lower than in…MORE

Jobs to Avoid if You’re Seeking a Long Career

Jobs to Avoid if You’re Seeking a Long Career

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The 2016 Most Endangered Jobs report is out. The top gigs to avoid if you’re seeking a long career, according to CareerCast.com, are word processor, mail carrier, and meter reader. However, it doesn’t stop there; other jobs with less than ideal prospects are computer programmer, radio DJ, reporter, and broadcaster. Aaron Abeytia…MORE

Arnold: Anti-Trump Voters Need to “Stop Whining”

NEW YORK (CNNMoney) – New “Celebrity Apprentice” host Arnold Schwarzenegger told Americans who did not support Donald Trump need to “stop whining” and get behind the president-elect. “Now he’s elected, and now it is very important that we all support the president, and that we all come together and we stop whining and it becomes…MORE

Fresno Fire Demonstrates Intensity Of Christmas Tree Fires

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno Fire Dept. and PG&E respond to thousands of home fires every year, including many during the holiday season. Nationwide, fire departments are called to an average of 250 structure fires caused by Christmas trees, with home fires and electrical accidents typically increasing during winter months. Holiday hazards can be…MORE

Report: More Than 1 Billion Yahoo! Accounts Hacked

Report: More Than 1 Billion Yahoo! Accounts Hacked

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Sunnyvale-based company says it believes hackers have stolen data from more than 1 billion accounts. The alleged breach is said have happened in August 2013, and is different from the one it revealed in September of this year, which affected 500 million accounts. The stolen information includes names, e-mail addresses, phone…MORE

Trial Set for Oakhurst Murder Suspect

(KMJ)  Trial has been set for an Oakhurst man accused of a brutal murder. Madera County prosecutors say George Taylor-Windsor went on a violent rampage while riding in a pickup truck traveling down Hwy 41 in November. The District Attorney says the 26 year old stabbed 23 year old Jessica Nelson to death and left…MORE

CA’s 10-Day Waiting Period for Gun Purchases Upheld

CA’s 10-Day Waiting Period for Gun Purchases Upheld

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed a Fresno U.S. District Court’s decision, and upheld the 10-day waiting period for new firearms purchases. Justices say the law does not violate the 2nd Amendment, and is a reasonable precaution. The Golden State has had waiting period for gun purchases since 1923.…MORE

Brown Wants A Ban On Oil And Gas Drilling In Federal Waters Off California

Brown Wants A Ban On Oil And Gas Drilling In Federal Waters Off California

FRESNO (KMJ) — Governor Jerry Brown is asking President Obama to permanently ban new offshore oil and gas drilling in waters off California. In a letter sent to The White House on Tuesday, Brown requested that the coast be withdrawn from new federal leasing agreements. “California is blessed with hundreds of miles of spectacular coastline,…MORE

Operation Santa Claus Travels to Valley Children’s Hospital

Operation Santa Claus Travels to Valley Children’s Hospital

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Operation Santa Claus Travels to Valley Children’s Hospital spreading some early Christmas cheer. Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims and almost two dozen of her “elves” visited young patients and their families who are spending their holidays at Valley Children’s Hospital. Sheriff Mims and her staff members distributed toys on Tuesday, December13th to…MORE

Report: Calif. Worst in Nation for Driving

Report: Calif. Worst in Nation for Driving

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State is said to be the worst in the nation, when it comes to driving a car. That’s according to a new BankRate.com report, which examined average commute times, car repair costs, and incident of auto theft. Another recent report ranked California drivers the second-worst in America. BankRate says Iowa…MORE