ORANGE, Calif. (AP) — The California swimming pool and spa industry has launched a campaign to market itself as a drought-friendly landscaping option as the state enters a fourth summer of drought that has residential pools and other conspicuous water users in the crosshairs. As residents struggle to reduce potable water consumption by 25 percent,…… MORE
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CA Economy Gearing Up For Growth Despite Drought
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 Golden State’s economy will continue to expand, despite the ongoing drought. According the Center for Business and Policy Research at University of…… MORE
75 Gangsters Busted in Merced Co.
MERCED, Calif. (AP) — A five-month joint investigation dubbed “Operation Red Right Hand” has led to the arrest of dozens of Merced County gang members, the California attorney general’s office announced Thursday. The multi-agency investigation targeted members of the Merced County Nortenos street gang. Local law enforcement, state corrections and state highway patrol banded together…… MORE
Ex-Cop Pleads ‘No Contest’ to Rape
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — A former Fresno police officer has pleaded no contest to raping a female officer from a neighboring city while she was unconscious five years ago. William Wyatt entered the plea Thursday in Fresno Superior Court. The 36-year-old is free on bond and will be sentenced July 14. Wyatt’s lawyer, Mark Broughton,…… MORE
Fresno Police Swearing-In Ceremoney
More police will be serving the City of Fresno. The Fresno Police Department is swearing-in new officers at a ceremony at City Hall Council Chambers, Friday May 29th. New members of the department include a new emergency services dispatcher, police cadets crime scene bureau technicians and sergeants to be sworn in by Chief Jerry…… MORE
FPD: Four Bank Robberies Could Be Connected
FRESNO (KMJ) — A man who police think could be responsible for four bank robberies and one attempted bank robbery – in the space of three weeks – is still at large. The first robbery was almost three weeks ago at a bank in downtown Fresno. The second robbery was last Saturday in north west…… MORE
Hernia Surgeries Done Free For Three Valley Residents
FRESNO (KMJ) — Three valley residents are getting free surgeries, and it’ll mark the end of what would have been some excruciatingly painful months. Healthcare across the country can be an expensive business, but not being able to afford treatment doesn’t mean you’re immune to getting injured. However, the three locals will be getting their…… MORE
FUSD Students Play at Link-Up Concert at Philharmonic
Fourth graders performed at the Link Up Concert with Fresno Philharmonic at the Saroyan Theatre. Hundreds of students from across Fresno Unified had the opportunity to play music with world-class musicians as part of a Link Up Concert. Superintendent Michael Hanson made the welcoming remarks. Link Up is a partnership with the Fresno Philharmonic that…… MORE
How Are Calif. Microbusinesses Doing?
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) — When it comes to optimism surrounding microbusinesses — those who employ five or fewer workers — California ranks 34th in the nation. According…… MORE
CTC Transportation Forum Gathers Public Input
The California Transportation Commission held a public forum in Downtown Fresno. “The purpose of the forum was to education the public on some of the things that are going on in Sacramento.” -CTC Executive Director Will Kempton Comments ranged from replacing weigh stations on the 99 ….to the gas tax. The next meeting takes place…… MORE
