Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Fresno Man Sentenced 29 Years For Sexually Assaulting Young Children, Dog

Fresno Man Sentenced 29 Years For Sexually Assaulting Young Children, Dog

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Gage Mason, 20, of Fresno was sentenced on Friday to 29 years in state prison for various sexual assault charges against multiple children and a dog. Mason’s sentence was handed down on July 26, 2024, by the Honorable Judge Gabriel Brickey of the Fresno County Superior Court after Mason pleaded guilty…MORE

California Suing Fresno County Over Recent Ballot Measure A – Elections for DA, Sheriff

California Suing Fresno County Over Recent Ballot Measure A – Elections for DA, Sheriff

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno County is being sued by California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Dr. Shirley N. Weber over Measure A. The ballot measure, which was approved by nearly 55 percent voters during the March 5th election, meant elections for District Attorney and Sheriff will take place during the gubernatorial…MORE

Former Fresno State QB Jake Haener Battling Rare Skin Cancer

Former Fresno State QB Jake Haener Battling Rare Skin Cancer

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Former Fresno State and current New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener has announced he has rare form of skin cancer. Haener made the announcement during a press conference at Saints training camp. A reporter asked Haener about a bandage on his face, asking if it was a “battle wound,” when Haener announced…MORE

Vendors Scramble To Find Backup Plans In Light Of Major Arthop Changes

Vendors Scramble To Find Backup Plans In Light Of Major Arthop Changes

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Normally on the first Thursday of every month, Fulton Street in Downtown is filled with over 15,000 Arthop goers and vendors. But for the August 1st event, the normal setup has been brought to a halt. Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias says it’s a matter of safety, but some vendors tell…MORE

PG&E Relief Program Expands Credits, More Middle-class Families Eligible

PG&E Relief Program Expands Credits, More Middle-class Families Eligible

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — More PG&E customers can receive help with their past-due bills thanks to changing eligibility requirements. But for some ratepayers and people who are hundreds of thousands of dollars behind on their bills, the assistance is just not enough. “Do I feed my family today, or do I turn on the…MORE

How You Can Help Visalia Non-Profit With a Cup of Coffee

How You Can Help Visalia Non-Profit With a Cup of Coffee

VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Located on Court Street off of Main in Visalia, you’ll find a coffee shop giving you the opportunity to fuel your day and a non-profit’s mission. “All of the proceeds from our coffee benefit directly the Visalia Rescue Mission as we try to address homelessness and addiction in our city,” says…MORE

‘The Iron Office’ Gym Opens New Location in Northwest Fresno

‘The Iron Office’ Gym Opens New Location in Northwest Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Residents in northwest Fresno have a new place to get into shape. “The Iron Office” recently opened its new location on Figarden near Santa Fe. The locally and veteran-owned gym offers 24-hour access to members. A grand opening was held, and the owner says athletes such as David Carr and Marc Castro…MORE

Fresno County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit Makes Arrest in Murder of Farmworker

Fresno County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit Makes Arrest in Murder of Farmworker

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit have made an arrest in the cold case murder of a 75-year-old farmworker from Dinuba. On Wednesday, Fresno County Sheriff John Zanoni held a press conference to announce that detectives have arrested 29-year-old Angel Romero of Fresno. He has been booked…MORE

Merced County Sheriff’s Office Launches New App

Merced County Sheriff’s Office Launches New App

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Merced County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out a mobile app with an instant link to several departments. You can report certain crimes, such as credit card fraud and vandalism. You can also submit tips, look up jail information and records, and even apply for concealed carry weapons permits. The…MORE

Fresno County Elections Office Prepares For November Election

Fresno County Elections Office Prepares For November Election

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The November general election is just over 100 days away. Kamala Harris has now earned enough delegates to become the Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race. Last week, Republicans officially nominated former President Donald Trump as their nominee. Fresno County Clerk and Registrar of Voters James…MORE