Category Archives: Local News

Pair of Juveniles Arrested in Caleb Quick Murder

Pair of Juveniles Arrested in Caleb Quick Murder

CLOVIS, CA (KMJ) Two 16-year-olds have been arrested in the brazen, deadly hit on Caleb Quick. Clovis Police Chief Curt Flemming made the announcement at a Saturday morning news conference. The 18-year-old victim was gunned down in the parking lot of a Clovis McDonald’s on April 23rd. The suspected shooter, an unidentified 16-year-old boy, was…MORE

Fresno Police Officer Arrested on Sexual Battery Charges

Fresno Police Officer Arrested on Sexual Battery Charges

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A seven-year veteran of the Fresno Police Department has been arrested and charged with two counts of misdemeanor sexual battery. The Fresno Police Department says Officer Peter Obioma Agbowo was arrested Wednesday following an investigation by the department’s sexual assault unit. Authorities say the incident happened back in March when Agbowo was…MORE

City of Fresno Names New Economic Development Director

City of Fresno Names New Economic Development Director

FRESNO, CA – City Manager Georgeanne White is pleased to announce the selection of Cliff Long as the City of Fresno’s new Economic Development Director. With a distinguished career dedicated to driving economic growth and building vibrant communities, Long brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to his new role.…MORE

Erika Sandoval Found Guilty of Murdering Ex-Husband

Erika Sandoval Found Guilty of Murdering Ex-Husband

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A jury has found Erika Sandoval guilty of murder in the first degree in the death of her ex-husband, Daniel Green. The verdict was announced in a Tulare County courtroom Thursday afternoon. The jury deliberated for two days before reaching a verdict. This was the second time Sandoval was on…MORE

Newsom Announces Upgrades to 21 State Fish Hatcheries to Boost Salmon Populations

Newsom Announces Upgrades to 21 State Fish Hatcheries to Boost Salmon Populations

SACRAMENTO — Governor Newsom today announced that the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is upgrading 21 fish hatcheries to boost the state’s salmon and trout populations and protect hatcheries from the impacts of climate change. The project helps build the California salmon and trout supply, which are central to the health of California’s…MORE

Charges Filed Against Texas Woman In Deadly Merced DUI Crash 

Charges Filed Against Texas Woman In Deadly Merced DUI Crash 

MERCED, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A Texas woman is set to be arraigned for a DUI crash that killed a Merced motorcyclist.  Desiree Gomez has been charged with Gross Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated and driving under the influence causing injury.  Gomez is accused of hitting and killing 29-year-old Regino Mariscal of Merced while he was on…MORE

Suspect Arrested For Hit-and-Run That Killed Bicyclist In Visalia

Suspect Arrested For Hit-and-Run That Killed Bicyclist In Visalia

VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A weekend hit and run in Visalia on Akers and Judy claimed the life of 53-year-old Victor Castro.  Victor’s family shares they are heartbroken by the tragedy and say he had six grandchildren, two adult daughters, and a teenage son.  Visalia Police say 33-year-old James Hand is believed to be the…MORE

Fresno PD Involved in Shooting That Shutdown Busy Intersection, Officials Say

Fresno PD Involved in Shooting That Shutdown Busy Intersection, Officials Say

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation is underway after at least one Fresno police officer was involved in a shooting on Wednesday. The shooting happened just before 3 p.m. in the area of Jensen and Elm avenues. It involved a BMW and a Mercedes. The Fresno Police Department has not yet released any other details.…MORE

Central Unified And Non-profit Team Up To Plant Trees 

Central Unified And Non-profit Team Up To Plant Trees 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Students at McKinley Elementary School in west central Fresno ventured outside the classroom for a hands-on experience on Tuesday.  The Central Unified School District and local non-profit “Tree Fresno” collaborated to plant eight Chinese Pistache trees.  Students participated in the tree planting while learning about forestry and sustainability.  The goal is…MORE