Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Polling at 5%, Newsom Shifts Blame for Homeless Crisis

Polling at 5%, Newsom Shifts Blame for Homeless Crisis

Gov. Gavin Newsom held a news conference this week in which he dangled a $3 BILLION carrot to clean up homeless camps in California. “No more excuses,” the Governor said in a tough talking statement. “It is time to take back the streets. It’s time to take back the sidewalks. It’s time to take these…MORE

Missing Woman Found Safe in Fresno County Speaks for First Time

Missing Woman Found Safe in Fresno County Speaks for First Time

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Her story has captured eyes across the nation, and on Friday, we heard from Tiffany Slaton for the first time. The Georgia woman was found safe after going missing in the Fresno County mountains for three weeks. She, along with her parents and the Fresno County Sheriff, held a press…MORE

Fireworks As Fresno City Council Member Questions Mayor’s Budget Proposal  

Fireworks As Fresno City Council Member Questions Mayor’s Budget Proposal  

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — It’s budget season. Thursday, Mayor Jerry Dyer stood in front of the Fresno City Council facing contentious questioning and some compliments.  “My apologies for raising your blood pressure,” said Miguel Arias, Fresno City Council.  “My apologies for responding and allowing my blood pressure to be increased,” said Mayor Jerry Dyer.  There…MORE

Man Sentenced For 2022 DUI Crash That Killed 17-year-old 

Man Sentenced For 2022 DUI Crash That Killed 17-year-old 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The man responsible for killing a 17-year-old from Fresno just months before her high school graduation could now spend his life in prison.  On Thursday, a Fresno County judge sentenced Michael Mendoza to 15 years to life in prison.  Mendoza was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter and felony DUI in March…MORE

City Of Fresno Facing $20 Million Deficit In Annual Budget 

City Of Fresno Facing $20 Million Deficit In Annual Budget 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — On Wednesday, Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer announced his 2025-2026 budget of $2.36 billion.  To get there, the city had to close a $20.6 million deficit.  “Every department, with the exception of the city council and the fire department, is being asked to maintain a 6.18 percent attrition rate. In essence, maintaining…MORE

Law Enforcement Gather In Merced To Honor Those Lost In Line Of Duty 

Law Enforcement Gather In Merced To Honor Those Lost In Line Of Duty 

MERCED, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Law enforcement from across the North Valley ushered into the memorial garden in Merced on Wednesday.  Sheriff’s deputies, police and California Highway Patrol officers stood shoulder to shoulder as the U.S. flag was raised.  A salute to service, honoring the local heroes who’ve lost their lives.  Sitting in the front row,…MORE

Fresno Fire Hoping To Fill 30 Firefighting Vacancies 

Fresno Fire Hoping To Fill 30 Firefighting Vacancies 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — As we inch closer to summer and increased fire danger, Fresno Fire is searching to fill 30 vacancies in the department.  Fresno Fire says the city has already seen an uptick in fires this year with over 180 grass fires compared to 150 this time last year.  Wednesday alone, the city…MORE

Woman Killed in Fiery Crash in Northeast Fresno Identified

Woman Killed in Fiery Crash in Northeast Fresno Identified

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The woman who was killed in a fiery crash in northeast Fresno has been identified. The Fresno County Coroner’s Office says she is 21-year-old Khushmeet Mahal of Fresno. The deadly crash happened at the intersection of Friant and Shepherd just before 2 a.m. Friday, May 9. Cameras captured Mahal’s speeding BMW launching…MORE

Fresno Unified Substitute Teacher Accused of Contacting Child for Sex

Fresno Unified Substitute Teacher Accused of Contacting Child for Sex

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Authorities have arrested a Fresno Unified substitute teacher for allegedly trying to contact a child for sex. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43-year-old Carlos Gonzalez for sending harmful material to a child and attempting to meet a minor for sexual activities. Investigators say he was using the messaging app Kik…MORE