ALTURAS, Calif. (AP) — A deputy responding to a disturbance call in Northern California was shot to death — the state’s fourth law enforcement officer to die in the line of duty in two weeks. Modoc County sheriff’s Deputy Jack Hopkins, 31, was fatally shot after deputies were called to a rural area near the…… MORE
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Fresno Kidnapping Suspect Arrested
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police have announced the arrest of a kidnapping suspect. Police responded to a report of a kidnapping on Wednesday and made contact with a victim – who had visible injuries. The victim said they were forced into a car a few days ago, allegedly by 46-year-old Julio Padilla. They say…… MORE
Newsom Flip Flops on Bullet Train
SACRAMENTO (AP) — Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom says he no longer opposes California’s $64 billion high-speed rail plan, after withdrawing support for the project more than two years ago. He told the Sacramento Press Club Wednesday that he would “100 percent” seek a solid funding source for the train project if he’s elected governor in…… MORE
How Would Trump’s Trade Wars Impact Calif. Workers?
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Donald Trump has pledged to engage in trade wars with China and Mexico. The Republican candidate believes American workers have often been given the short end of the stick. However, according to the Petersen Institute, imposing a 45 percent tariff on China, and a 35 percent tariff on Mexico, would likely lead to…… MORE
Calif. Justice Department Investigating Wells Fargo
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — CA Attorney General Kamala Harris is joining an expansive list of agencies, investigating allegations of criminal identity theft committed by Wells Fargo. Bank employees created millions of unauthorized accounts to achieve unrealistic goals. The CA Justice Department is demanding that Wells Fargo hand over documents about customers, fee information, and the identities of…… MORE
Hostage Situation Over – Shot Pregnant Woman In The Hospital
FRENSO (KMJ) — A hostage situation in Southeast Fresno is now over – after SWAT force entry into the suspect’s home. The incident unfolded Wednesday morning. Fresno Police dispatch were first alerted around 8am, to a home close to the intersection of Maple Avenue and Church Avenue. The suspect’s mother said that her son had…… MORE
2500+ Students Expected For Central Valley Career Tech Expo
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Central Valley students will have an opportunity Wednesday night to learn about future career opportunities. More than 2500 students are expected to come out to the Central Valley Career Tech Expo where they will have an opportunity to speak with industry professionals across many different careers to learn about their experiences…… MORE
Hostage Situation Ends in Southeast Fresno
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A SWAT situation is now over in Southeast Fresno, with a man and the pregnant victim taken to the hospital. Fresno Police Chief says it was a hostage situation at the home, where a 32 year old Hispanic man with a history of violence reportedly shot his pregnant wife on the 2300 block of Meridian by Maple &…… MORE
Help Sought to Find Missing Tulare Teen
(KMJ) – The Tulare Police Department is asking for your help tp help locate a missing teenager. 17 year old Bethanie Clubb was last seen by friends on Saturday October 15, 2016 just after 10:30 p.m. in the 1900 block of East Harvard Street in Tulare. Bethanie Clubb is described as: 5’ 4” tall, about 120…… MORE
Search Continues For Hiker Missing in Kings Canyon National Park
(KMJ) – Park officials at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks continue to search for a missing hiker. 74-year old Robert “Bob” Woodie started hiking from South Lake over Bishop Pass toward barrett lakes in Kings Canyon National Park on Thursday, October 13th. The Southern California man was due back by Sunday, October 16th, but has…… MORE
