Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

“Painful Moment”: Calif. Water Restricted for Valley Farmers
California water regulators voted Tuesday to restrict water access for thousands of Central Valley farmers as the state endures a severe drought. The California State Water Board unanimously agreed to...
Cumulus Media Aug 04, 2021
Sheriff’s Office Now Investigating Fatal Stabbing in Mendota
(Photo courtesy: Fresno County Sheriff’s Office) (KMJ) – The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office is now investigating a deadly stabbing in the City of Mendota. Here’s the informatio...
Cumulus Media Aug 04, 2021

Poll: Recall Vote Near Dead Heat, Elder Holds Big GOP Lead
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) According to a newly released poll, Gov. Newsom is holding on to a slim 2 point lead to retain his office and stave off a recall effort. The survey from Inside California Politics/Eme...
Cumulus Media Aug 03, 2021

Lightning Strike Kills Hiker on John Muir Trail
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) A Fresno man was killed Friday after being struck by lightning while hiking on John Muir Trail. The victim has been identified as 37 year old Nicholas Torchia. Witnesses say fast-movi...
Cumulus Media Aug 03, 2021

Homicide Suspect Wounded in South Valley Officer Involved Shooting
(Photo courtesy: Tulare County Sheriff’s Office) (KMJ) – An anonymous tip to the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office helps its deputies track down a wanted homicide suspect. 31-year-old R...
Cumulus Media Aug 03, 2021

What Election? California Democrats Worry Over Recall Apathy
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – California Gov. Gavin Newsom should survive the recall election against him if he can convince Democrats to come out to vote. But that may not be as easy as it sounds. ...
Cumulus Media Aug 02, 2021

Man Arrested in Connection to Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Fresno
Booking photo of 23-year-old Kong Vang. Photo: Fresno Police Department FRESNO CA (KMJ) - A man has been arrested in connection to a deadly hit-and-run crash on July 10th in Fresno. Police were...
Cumulus Media Jul 28, 2021

Woman Arrested in Fresno Following High-Speed Chase on Hwy 99
TULARE, CA (KMJ) – Tulare County Sheriff's deputies chased a vehicle along Highway 99 at speeds up to 90 mph. The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office says the initial call was for a stab...
Cumulus Media Jul 28, 2021

Use Masks Indoors Regardless of Vax Status: California Health Dept.
FILE – In this July 1, 2021, file photo visitors wear masks as they walk in a shopping district in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez. SACRAMENTO, C...
Cumulus Media Jul 28, 2021

Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation to Make College More Affordable and Accessible in California
UCLA. Photo: KMJ/Liz Kern FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Governor’s Press Office Tuesday, July 27, 2021 SACRAMENTO - Governor Gavin Newsom today signed the higher education budget trailer ...
Cumulus Media Jul 27, 2021
Poll
Daily Buzz Question: 10.8.2025
How do you plan to vote on California Proposition 50 in the November 4 special election?
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Voting Ends: Oct 8, 2025 | 7:00 PM