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FPPC Proposes New Rules to Crackdown on Illegal Coordination

FPPC Proposes New Rules to Crackdown on Illegal Coordination

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…   Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Fair Political Practices Commission has proposed new rules, in an effort to ensure that no campaigns gain unfair advantage, by illegally coordinating…MORE

Gov. Jerry Brown Signs Fair Pay Act

Gov. Jerry Brown Signs Fair Pay Act

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…   Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) —  Governor Jerry Brown has signed the Fair Pay Act, enacting some of the strictest requirements in the country. The measure prohibits employers from…MORE

Pass The Paper Plates…. And Save Some Water

Pass The Paper Plates…. And Save Some Water

Pass the paper plates….and save some water. As the state’s drought goes on and on ….cutting back on water use is a high priority. One Northern California city even ordered restaurants to cut back on dishwashing by using disposable plates and cups. There are 7,300 residents in Fort Bragg – a city 170 miles north…MORE

UPDATE: Fresno Police Located Missing Adult With Dementia

UPDATE: Fresno Police Located Missing Adult With Dementia

update UPDATE: Police say they have located Mr. Ortiz. Fresno Police are asking for help — in locating a missing elderly man. 90-year-old Martin Ortiz was taken to CRMC via ambulance Monday evening. Against the advice of doctors — he left the hospital. Ortiz is said to be suffering from dementia. He’s described as a…MORE

“Donate “O” Negative Blood Now” – Central Cal Blood Center

“Donate “O” Negative Blood Now” – Central Cal Blood Center

There’s an urgent need for blood in the Central Valley – specifically “O” negative. Trauma and ER demand has depleted the Valley’s O-Negative supply and the blood center reports it’s critically low. Recent acts of violence and accidents have resulted in an extraordinary use of blood type “O” negative – but only 6% of people…MORE

Women’s Conference Helps Fight Valley Hunger

(KMJ) – The Central California Women’s Conference (CCWC) will be awarding $20,000 to fight Valley hunger. Funds were raised from donations made by the near-capacity crowd of recent attendees at the 28th Annual event on Sept. 22. Research shows $1.00 provides up to seven meals. Organizers asked for the help of the 3,445 CCWC attendees…MORE

Lemoore High Grad Killed In Air Force Plane Crash

Lemoore High Grad Killed In Air Force Plane Crash

(KMJ) – A South Valley High School grad was among the U.S. Service Members killed in a military plane crash in Afghanistan. 29-year old Chris Ruiz was a 2004 graduate of Lemoore High School who served nine years in the U.S. Marine Corps. He then became a civilian contractor for the Army.  In that role,…MORE

Sheriff’s Office Looks to Return Stolen Property

(KMJ) – Property crimes detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office recently recovered a variety of stolen items from a home in the Sanger area.  And now they are working to return it to its rightful owners. Detectives believe the items were taken during burglaries at many different locations. They are asking the public to…MORE

CA Wildfire Prevention Money Sits Untouched

CA Wildfire Prevention Money Sits Untouched

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…   Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — As California battles a prolonged drought and massive blazes, a wildfire prevention account still has tens of millions in unspent cash. The money…MORE

Calif. Legalizes Physician-Assisted Suicide

Calif. Legalizes Physician-Assisted Suicide

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…   Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Governor Jerry Brown has signed legislation allowing doctors to prescribe fatal drugs to terminally ill patients. He’s issued a personal statement, detailing his…MORE