Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

State Approves Changes To Recall Elections Following SB-1 Outcry

State Approves Changes To Recall Elections Following SB-1 Outcry

FRESNO (KMJ/AP) — The rules governing recall elections in California have been changed, and Republicans say its in response to voter outcry over Democratic Senator Josh Newman’s vote to the increase the gas tax. Backers of the effort in Fullerton are currently asking for signatures in order to trigger a recall election and remove Newman…MORE

Fresno’s City Council Proclaims June 15th Ananya Vinay Day

Fresno’s City Council Proclaims June 15th Ananya Vinay Day

[Photo: Liz Kern] FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A young Fresno student with a real knack for spelling is honored by the city. “It’s been really exciting, it’s like a whirlwind.” -Ananya Vinay, Spelling Bee Champ. [Photo: Liz Kern] She’s kind of a big deal here in Fresno, Ananya Vinay, the reigning Scripps National Spelling Bee…MORE

Auto Thefts Down in Fresno, But Suspected Thieves Wanted

Auto Thefts Down in Fresno, But Suspected Thieves Wanted

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police say that the number of car thefts are down in the city – but they need the public’s help to lower it further. Chief Jerry Dyer unveiled new crime stats on Wednesday. They show that auto thefts are down more than 16% this year, than at the same point…MORE

Fresno City Council To Debate Legal Defense Fund

Fresno City Council To Debate Legal Defense Fund

FRESNO (KMJ) — Fresno City Council will debate the creation of a legal defense fund for illegal immigrants facing deportation proceedings. It came after hours of public comment within the council chamber Wednesday morning (click here to read more), after which proponents of it cheered as it was confirmed the motion will be heard during…MORE

Starr: No Obstruction Case Against Trump

Starr: No Obstruction Case Against Trump

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Legal Defense Fund Supporters See Success At Fresno City Hall

Legal Defense Fund Supporters See Success At Fresno City Hall

FRESNO (KMJ) — Fresno City Council has agreed to debate the creation of a legal defense fund to help undocumented residents fight deportation. It came after a gathering outside Fresno City Hall, organized by Faith in the Valley, followed by hours of public comment in support of the proposal inside the chamber Wednesday morning. “As…MORE