FRESNO (KMJ) — A Fresno family are urging us to buy ice cream to help save a young mother’s life. It was four years ago when Karyn Jakobs was diagnosed with a rare form of thyroid cancer. After years of treatment and months of research, the family’s best hope of beating it is with the…… MORE
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Fresno Tree Trimmer Electrocuted On The Job
An investigation is underway in North Fresno after a tree trimmer dies while on the job. The 79 year-old man has been inside a steel basket – trimming trees at the Rio del Sol walnut farm, which shares a fence with the San Joachin Cintry Club. The Sheriff’s Department got the call around 11:45am, July…… MORE
Fresno Candlelight Vigil For Sandra Bland
A vigil in North Fresno for the African American woman who died while in police custody in Texas. With candles in hand, two dozen people stood on the corner of Blackstone and Nees, as passing cars honked. They say they want to be visible. “There’s been a call for rage across the country and i…… MORE
Boy Scouts End Ban on Gay Adult Leaders
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Boy Scouts of America is ending its blanket ban on gay adult leaders. The executive board approved the new policy Monday, aiming to ease the controversy that’s plagued the Boy Scouts for years. Church-sponsored Scout units will still be allowed to exclude homosexuals. … MORE
Covered California Announces Premium Increases
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) — Covered California health premiums will rise by an average of 4% next year. Director Peter Lee says it’s a slight…… MORE
A Blueprint for Great Schools
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson to Unveil New Road Map for Education State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson will unveil a new action plan detailing the steps to take in the next four years to enhance learning, capitalize on the state’s recent progress, and provide all California children with a world-class education in the 21st…… MORE
Hexavalent Chromium 6 Found in Central West Well
Higher than normal levels of a cancer-causing substance has been found in the water at Central West High School. Superintendent Mike Berg sent out a notice that addressed the situation. Hexavalent Chromium 6 was found in the school’s well. The State Water Resources Control Board identified the chromium level as 50% higher than the…… MORE
2015 North American Pole Vaulting Championships
The 2015 North American Pole Vaulting Championships will pack the streets of Clovis with spectators and athletes. Organizers say it started back in 1994, when Coach Bob Fraley had been to a New Orleans street pole vaulting event – liked the energy and the aspect of athletes being so close to the fans. and decided…… MORE
Tune In Tune Up -Valley Clean Air Now
Battling bad air is the work of Valley Clean Air Now, and one large contributor is vehicle emissions that spew toxins into our air. If you own a vehicle that may be having problem passing the smog check – Valley CAN wants to help you. Here are three questions to answer: Are you a San…… MORE
Transgender Murdered, Suspect Sought
The Fresno Police have release this photo to help track down those responsible for a brutal stabbing that killed a transgender person. 66-year old Kenton Haggard of Fresno was stabbed in the neck early Thursday morning while walking on Blackstone near Cornell. Surveillance video captured the attack. And it shows Haggard approach the suspect vehicle…… MORE
