Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Original ‘Incredible Hulk’ Actor Lou Ferrigno Holds Meet & Greet in Clovis

Original ‘Incredible Hulk’ Actor Lou Ferrigno Holds Meet & Greet in Clovis

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — Central Valley Super-hero fans got to meet the man who played Marvel’s Strongest and Angriest Avenger on the small screen. On Sunday, actor and retired bodybuilder Lou Ferrigno visited the “Legends Comics and Games” store in Clovis. At the age of 21. he won his first Mr. Universe title. Ferrigno starred alongside Arnold…MORE

Candlelight Vigil Held for 7 Kerman Farm Workers Killed in Crash

Candlelight Vigil Held for 7 Kerman Farm Workers Killed in Crash

KERMAN, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — There was a powerful show of support in Kerman Sunday as hundreds lit candles and waved lights at Kerckhoff Park. The candles were a visual reminder of seven farm workers who died last month. The workers all lived in Kerman. On the morning of February 23, they were in a van, heading…MORE

1 of 3 Men Shot During Party in Central Fresno Dies: Police

1 of 3 Men Shot During Party in Central Fresno Dies: Police

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — One of the three shooting victims at a party in central Fresno last week has died. Fresno police have identified the victim as 25-year-old Raymond Martinez. Authorities say the shooting happened on Friday on Dakota near Teilman Avenue around 10:30 pm. Police say a party was happening at an apartment when…MORE

10-year-old Dies After Accident Near Sanger Park, Police Say

10-year-old Dies After Accident Near Sanger Park, Police Say

SANGER, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A 10-year-old boy died after an accident in Sanger on Thursday. He has been identified by the Fresno County Coroner as Jameson Doyle. The crash happened at about 7 pm outside Rotary Ball Park on Bethel and Cherry avenues, where baseball practice was taking place. Sanger Police say the boy collided with…MORE

Congressman Valadao Secures $55 Million for Central Valley Projects 

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David G. Valadao (CA-22) voted in support of the first Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Consolidated Appropriations Act, which provides discretionary resources for six of the twelve FY24 appropriations bills. Congressman Valadao, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, secured several wins for the Central Valley in the annual spending package, including $55 million in…MORE

Congressman Secures $12.2 Million for Local Projects in the San Joaquin Valley

WASHINGTON – Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) secured $12,235,783 in Community Project Funding through the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. This funding will respond directly to some of the most pressing needs in Fresno and Tulare counties. The budget is expected to be signed into law by President Joe Biden later this week. “Bringing back federal funding…MORE

Prop 1: Mental Health Bond Too Close to Call

Prop 1: Mental Health Bond Too Close to Call

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Proposition 1 is the only statewide measure on California’s primary election ballot. It’s a measure backed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. A yes on Prop 1 would use over $6 billion in bond funding to create supportive housing, give $1 billion to support veterans and create 65,000 mental health jobs. In addition,…MORE

Fresno State Tax ‘Measure E’ Appears to Fail Again

Fresno State Tax ‘Measure E’ Appears to Fail Again

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Despite better organization and some big name endorsements Measure E appears headed for another defeat. The controversial sales tax proposal is trailing by nearly 10,000 votes. NO 45,055 56.14% YES 35,200 43.86% If passed, Measure E would add a penny tax on $4 purchases in Fresno County for the next 25…MORE

Police Investigating Theft at Fresno Lululemon

Police Investigating Theft at Fresno Lululemon

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation is underway after a theft at Lululemon in northwest Fresno. Fresno Police say it happened just before 10:30 am Tuesday at the location near Shaw and Palm. Authorities say three people were involved and walked out of the store with multiple bags of clothing. Police are still investigating and have…MORE

CA Primary Election 2024: Key Statewide, Central Valley Races

CA Primary Election 2024: Key Statewide, Central Valley Races

FRESNO (KMJ/KFSN) — This year’s California primary election includes some high-profile races for the Central Valley, as well as the presidential primary and other statewide races. There are primaries scheduled in 15 states, including in California on Super Tuesday. Polling places will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. You can take your mail-in ballot to…MORE