Category Archives: Local News

Price-Per-Mile-Driven Charge Being Debated In Fresno

Price-Per-Mile-Driven Charge Being Debated In Fresno

FRESNO (KMJ) — A by-the-mile road charge is being presented to the people of the valley. It’s part of The California Transportation Committee’s first public forum, with a further seven set to take place across the state. The committee say the advent of electric cars and the increased efficiency of regular gas driven vehicles are…MORE

Why Honesty Really Is The Best Policy

Why Honesty Really Is The Best Policy

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) — Being honest, even when it’s difficult, pays off in the long run. According to a study from the University of Missouri, accepting responsibility for…MORE

Teen Auto Accident Fatalities Down

Teen Auto Accident Fatalities Down

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) — Fatal crashes of teen drivers have declined by 56% over the past 20 years, according to a new report from the AAA Foundation for…MORE

Visalia Man, Sister Admit to Gruesome Hatchet Murder

Visalia Man, Sister Admit to Gruesome Hatchet Murder

LAS VEGAS (AP) — An Idaho woman who was having an affair orchestrated a gruesome Las Vegas hatchet attack that left her husband dead with his head nearly severed while they were on a family trip on Memorial Day, police said. Police identified the victim as Enrique Hernandez, 43, who had chop wounds on his…MORE

Fresnan Pleads Guilty to $1.25M Scam

FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a former Fresno resident has pleaded guilty to mail fraud and identity theft in connection to a scam where he collected $1.25 million from government contractors and the federal government. The U.S. Attorney’s Office said Tuesday that 57-year-old Abel Carreon is scheduled to be sentenced August 17. Prosecutors…MORE

PG&E Bright Minds Scholarship Goes to Fresno State’s Bryan Wood

PG&E Bright Minds Scholarship Goes to Fresno State’s Bryan Wood

PG&E Awards California State University, Fresno Student $20,000 Annual Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies 19 year old Bryan Wood is one of 10 Northern and Central California students who will receive a Bright Minds scholarship. “By awarding scholarships to accomplished students like Bryan, we are helping them reach their full potential tomorrow,” – Raj Beasla, Central…MORE

Watchdogs Criticize Assembly’s Use of Operations Budget

Watchdogs Criticize Assembly’s Use of Operations Budget

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 large operations budget controlled by California Assembly leaders is often used to support select programs, without any hearings or votes. According to a…MORE

CA Adult Film Actors Blast Proposed Safety Standards

CA Adult Film Actors Blast Proposed Safety Standards

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 Division of Occupational Safety and Health has released a 21-page safety standards draft, which aims to prevent the spread…MORE

Fresno Food Expo’s New Product Awards Now Accepting Entries

Fresno Food Expo’s New Product Awards Now Accepting Entries

FRESNO (KMJ) — Entries are now being accepted for the Fresno Food Expo’s new product awards. Organizers say it’s a platform to launch new products and new businesses – but it’s also a chance for the valley’s creative side to shine. “It’s an opportunity to highlight the innovative unique products that are coming out of…MORE

Izzard Brings “Force Majeure” to the Valley

(KMJ) Emmy-award winning comedian Eddie Izzard can add record-setter to his resume.  His “Force Majeure” tour has become the most extensive comedy tour – EVER. It began in March 2013.  And Izzard has continue various legs of the comedy adventure since then. Izzard brings his tour to the Valley for the first time ever in…MORE