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More Incentives for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

More Incentives for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

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) — A $2 million program has been announced by the state treasurer, which will give small business owners and landlords…MORE

Tesla in Line for $15M in Calif. Tax Credits

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Gov. Jerry Brown’s administration is proposing a $15 million tax credit to electric vehicle-maker Tesla Motors after California lost out in a heated bidding war for the company’s new battery plant. The Democratic governor’s GO-Biz agency on Monday announced 63 proposed tax credits totaling $49.5 million. The companies promise to create…MORE

Boy Drowns at Skaggs Bridge Park

(KMJ)  Fresno County Deputies pulled the lifeless body of a 6 year old boy from the waters of Skaggs Bridge Park, north of Kerman, on Monday evening. The unidentified child was rushed to CRMC where he was pronounced dead.  Investigators say the incident is being treated as a tragic accident and no charges are expected…MORE

Clint Olivier Announces Assembly Bid

Republican Clint Olivier chose Sam’s Deli as the site to announce his bid for the 31st Assembly District for the seat soon to be vacated by Henry T. Perea. Olivier says he will fight for small businesses such as Sam’s to be represented in the state capital. “I’ve worked to clean up inner city neighborhoods…MORE

Water Conservation Improves in Fresno

Water Conservation Improves in Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Water conservation continues to improve in the City of Fresno. Total monthly production dropped 24.8% year-over-year last month, and more than 33% compared to May of 2013. Spokesman Mark Standriff tells KMJ News that the reduction surpasses the overall goal of 28% mandated for Fresno by the State Water Resources Control…MORE

Man Drowns at Avocado Lake

Man Drowns at Avocado Lake

(KMJ)   The body of 29-year-old Daniel Ortiz was pulled from Avocado Lake around 9:00 Monday morning. The victim was pulled to shore by Fresno County Deputies.  He went missing Sunday afternoon during a picnic. Witnesses told investigators that although he was thought to be a strong swimmer, he had been drinking beer prior to entering the water.…MORE

California’s Pay-First Traffic Ticket Policy Scrapped

California’s Pay-First Traffic Ticket Policy Scrapped

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) — Under a new rule adopted by the California Judicial Council, you’ll no longer have to pay your traffic fine…MORE

New Trial Granted in Fresno Greyhound Bus Crash Case

New Trial Granted in Fresno Greyhound Bus Crash Case

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) — A judge has ruled that a Fresno jury got the verdict wrong earlier this year, when it found that…MORE

CA Senate Ordered to Release Calendars of Embattled Lawmakers

CA Senate Ordered to Release Calendars of Embattled Lawmakers

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 Senate is preparing to hand over the appointment books and calendars of former lawmakers Leland Yee and…MORE

Fresno Gas Prices Decline

Fresno Gas Prices Decline

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) — Wholesale prices are falling, and prices at the pump are trending downward, although not as quickly. According to the…MORE