The Fresno District Attorney’s Office has made the list of America’s Top 10 Animal Defenders. The Animal Legal Defense Fund is honoring law enforcement, prosecutors, and legislators who make and enforce tough laws protecting animals. Fresno District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp, and Deputy DA’s Sydney Ricks (above left) and Lynette Gonzales (above right) are on the…… MORE
Local literacy programs are getting a boost. This year, eight Central Valley non-profits working to advance literacy and programs for foster youth as they transition into adulthood were awarded a total of more than $157-thousand dollars from Golden 1 Credit Union. Among this year’s recipients; Reading and Beyond. “We are serving around 2,000 kids throughout…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — The valley chapter of a national organization, which makes handmade blankets for children, has been given a significant donation. The Fresno Kings Madera Tulare Chapter of ‘Project Linus’ received $4,600 from this month’s community breakfast at Tachi Palace Friday morning. The group endeavors to help kids who are critically ill or in…… MORE
(CNN) New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie offered a surprise endorsement to Donald Trump on Friday, saying there is no one better prepared to lead the country in the Republican 2016 race. “I am proud to be here to endorse Donald Trump for president of the United States,” the New Jersey Republican told reporters at a press…… MORE
The Sanger Police Department is found not guilty of excessive force or negligence in the Federal civil rights trial in U.S. District Court in Fresno. The video was compelling, taken by an eyewitness and shown to the jury. Charles Salinas – a suicidal, US Marine Corp veteran, had told police he was armed, and was…… MORE
(KMJ) The city council has signed-off on another ambitious development in downtown Fresno. The so-called “South Stadium Project” got the unanimous approval of the council Thursday. The plan is to revitalize Inyo Street – south of the Fulton Mall. Dozens of new store fronts will be built. Those will be topped with many more…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — The Fresno Teacher’s Association is accusing Fresno Unified School District of having the wrong priorities when it comes to teaching children. The FTA have three requests, which they think are the top priorities for the School District’s available funds: 1) Cap classroom sizes, so students get more individual attention 2) Hire more…… MORE
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) — For the first time since June of 2015, California has failed to meet the 25 percent reduction in water use ordered…… MORE
(KMJ) – Detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office are asking for the public’s help in establishing the whereabouts of Vidal Zepeda prior to his death. The Coroner’s Office has conducted an autopsy on the 39 year old Gilroy man, but a cause and manner of his death are still pending. At 9:00 am on Monday,…… MORE
(KMJ) – Where ever a baseball fan base cries out for more. And where ever there is a unique promotion, you will find the Fresno Grizzlies. The Triple-A champs have announced a special tribute night to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the hit comedy flim, “The Three Amigos!” In honor of stars Steve Martin, Chevy Chase…… MORE
