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Drug Dealer Who Implicated Keith Foster Sentenced

Drug Dealer Who Implicated Keith Foster Sentenced

FRESNO, CA (KMJ ) – The drug dealer who implicated former Fresno Police Chief Keith Foster was sentenced on Tuesday, October 11th. Rafael Guzman Jr. pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute heroin. The Clovis man was sentenced to 40 months in federal prison. Guzman Jr. says Foster contacted him in…MORE

Study: Drinking 8 Glasses of Water a Day May Not be Necessary

Study: Drinking 8 Glasses of Water a Day May Not be Necessary

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — For years, adults have been advised to drink 8 glasses of water per day. However, new research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, shows that may not be necessary. Experts say everybody’s water intake needs are different, and just drinking water when you feel thirsty is likely sufficient. Drinking…MORE

Gallup: Majority of Americans Still Believe Government is Doing too Much

Gallup: Majority of Americans Still Believe Government is Doing too Much

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to Gallup, 54 percent of Americans feel the federal government is doing too many things, which should be left to citizens and private businesses. About 41 percent believe the government needs to do more, to solve the issues of the day. Pollsters say these results have changed little over the past 25…MORE

PSA Hitting Social Media Urges Teens To Stop School Threats

PSA Hitting Social Media Urges Teens To Stop School Threats

Credit: Liz Kern KMJ News FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Valley school officials partner with the Fresno Police to put out a PSA making its way around twitter and other sites in hopes of putting a stop to teens making threat on social media. In September, Fresno Unified Superintendent Michael Hanson and Central Unified’s Superintendent Mark Sutton, joined…MORE

62% Of Americans – Less than $1000 In The Bank

62% Of Americans – Less than $1000 In The Bank

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Americans are saving less of their income than they should be. Between 10 percent and 15 percent of annual income – that’s what we should be saving, but one personal-finance website shows just how dire Americans’ savings habits really are. Last year, GoBankingRates surveyed more than 5,000 Americans and found 62 percent…MORE

Less Than Two Weeks Left To Register To Vote In The Upcoming Election

Less Than Two Weeks Left To Register To Vote In The Upcoming Election

FRESNO (KMJ) — You’ve got less than two weeks until the voter registration deadline on October 24th if you’d like to have your say in the general election. The upcoming vote asks for the electorate’s word on not only those vying to be the next President of the United States, but a whole host of…MORE

SoCal Hiker Survives Bear Attack

(CNN) – A California man who was hiking near his home Monday survived a terrifying encounter with two bears. Dan Richmond had walked about two miles on the Mount Wilson trail in the Angeles National Forest when he was confronted by a large bear. “All of a sudden, I saw this bear standing on its…MORE

Study: Parental Involvement Higher Today Than In Previous Decades

Study: Parental Involvement Higher Today Than In Previous Decades

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Some may argue that life has become more hectic over the past several decades. However, that doesn’t necessarily appear to be negatively impacting parental involvement, according to a new study looking at figures dating back to the 60s. Researchers say the Journal of Marriage and Family that mothers and fathers in 10 of…MORE

Opioid Deaths Still Plaguing California

Opioid Deaths Still Plaguing California

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State is experiencing the highest number of deaths related to opioid addictions in the country. According to a new report from the Senate Committee on Finance, more than 90 percent of those addicted to prescription painkillers, are unable to get the treatment they need. The bureau says while that’s an improvement…MORE

Superheroes Drop By Valley Children’s Hospital To Wash Windows

Superheroes Drop By Valley Children’s Hospital To Wash Windows

MADERA (KMJ) — The window cleaning at Valley Children’s Hospital was a little different Monday morning. A group of superheroes joined forces to bring smiles to the young patients, while also ensuring the glass stayed clear. “We’ve seen a few other hospitals come up with the idea, and they’ve done it as well”, explains crew…MORE