Category Archives: Local News

Fresno Unified Superintendent Responds to E-mail Controversy

Fresno Unified Superintendent Responds to E-mail Controversy

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Unified Superintendent Michael Hanson is receiving criticism for an e-mail he sent out last Friday. In the e-mail, sent out to staff, asks teachers to make sure that minorities aren’t falling behind early in the school year and reminds teachers to make sure they’re making children aware of opportunities available for them. Early…MORE

The Eleventh Central Valley Honor Flight Takes To The Skies

The Eleventh Central Valley Honor Flight Takes To The Skies

FRESNO (KMJ) — More than 60 local Korean War and Second World War veterans left the Central Valley Monday morning to see the memorials dedicated to their service – on the 11th Central Valley Honor Flight. “Of course they’re going to see the World War Two Memorial”, says Vice President of the Central Valley Honor…MORE

How Happy are Californians?

How Happy are Californians?

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The degree to which money can determine a person’s happiness has long-been debated, with researching showing it has little impact past $75,000 a year. However, personal finance website WalletHub has looked at more than 2 dozen other factors, to determine just how happy states in America are. California’s said to be the 10th-happiest…MORE

Study: Strong Tides Tied to Quakes

Study: Strong Tides Tied to Quakes

(KMJ)  Strong tides could have a major impact on the strength of earthquakes. According to new publication in the Journal Nature Geoscience small quakes could become more powerful during big tides – like the ones that slam into the California coastline during full and new moons. The theory is not exactly new, but now, scientists…MORE

Animal Behaviorist Temple Grandin Speaks At Fresno State

Animal Behaviorist Temple Grandin Speaks At Fresno State

FRESNO (KMJ) – A world-famous animal welfare expert was in town, Friday, speaking at Fresno State. Dr. Temple Grandin overcame her struggles with autism to become a successful innovative animal behaviorist. Grandin was the subject of an HBO biography in 2010 that chronicled her success in becoming an innovative animal behaviorist while overcoming her struggles…MORE

CA Gas Prices Remain Steady

CA Gas Prices Remain Steady

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — California gas prices have seen virtually no movement for two straight weeks. August saw higher crude prices, amid refinery uncertainties. AAA says even with the possibility of minor increases due to tropical storms in the Atlantic, the switch to the winter blend will likely result in lower fuel prices in the coming months.…MORE

Forecast: No Calif. Recession on the Horizon

Forecast: No Calif. Recession on the Horizon

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Consumer confidence and corporate profits are trending up, while sales of cars and homes are also seeing growth. According to the California Economic Forecast, the seven-year recovery will likely continue, as indicators are not pointing to another recession in 2016 or 2017. Analysts say household debt levels are tame, and there aren’t any…MORE

Olivier To Put Forth Parks Clean-Up Proposal

Olivier To Put Forth Parks Clean-Up Proposal

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – City Councilman Clint Olivier is making it his mission to help clean up parks – specifically Radio Park in Fresno. Next Thursday, Olivier says he will brin g forth two agenda items to city council to establish a park ranger staff and a parks cleanup crew to help combat the problems…MORE

SUV Crashes Into Calif. Classroom, 10 Hurt

(KMJ)  Several students are hospitalized after a car crashed into a classroom Friday morning at Solano Community College. First responders say the driver likely had a seizure and lost control of the SUV. As many as 10 people were injured.  photo credit: Solano Co. Sheriff’s Dept. The driver is reportedly a staff member of the…MORE

Trustee in Bribery Scandal Refuses to Resign

(KMJ)  Despite calls from outraged parents and residents Los Banos Schools Trustee Tommy Jones on Thursday told the school board he would not step down. Jones and the owner of a Merced construction company were recently arrested on corruption charges. They had allegedly bribed another trustee to vote in favor of a half million dollar…MORE