Category Archives: Liz Kern News Articles

City Of Fresno Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit For $2.2 Million

City Of Fresno Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit For $2.2 Million

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The City of Fresno settling a lawsuit for millions stemming from a shooting 4 years ago. The City agreed to pay $2.2 million dollars to settle a civil rights lawsuit filed on behalf of the family of Jamie Reyes Junior. The 28 year-old Fresno man who was shot by police in June…MORE

Protest Over Dylan Noble’s Death Outside Fresno DA’s Office

Protest Over Dylan Noble’s Death Outside Fresno DA’s Office

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A handful of people held protest signs Monday afternoon outside of the Fresno District Attorney’s Office. They said they were calling for justice for Dylan Noble, the 19 year-old who was shot and killed by police during a traffic stop, June 25th. One of the group’s members, Shannon Dalton (seen pictured…MORE

Fresno DA Will Seek Murder Charges Against Repeat Deadly DUI Drivers

Fresno DA Will Seek Murder Charges Against Repeat Deadly DUI Drivers

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno’s District Attorney and area law enforcement gathered Monday, to announce that they taking a hard line against drunk drivers as the holiday season begins. District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp wants to make sure people are aware of the dangers of drunk driving. “If you are caught driving a motor vehicle with a…MORE

35+ Animals Pulled From Southeast Fresno Housefire

35+ Animals Pulled From Southeast Fresno Housefire

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – More than 35 animals were being pulled from a house that caught fire in South East Fresno on Monday. Fresno Fire responded to the home on the 2900 block of Grant Avenue, just Southeast of the 41 Freeway and 180 Freeway interchange. Fire Spokesperson Hector Vasquez says firefighters noticed there was a…MORE

Office Spaces Becoming More Millennial Friendly

Office Spaces Becoming More Millennial Friendly

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Some offices are getting Millennial makeovers. The country now has 75 million people between ages 19 and 35. Millennials represent the largest generation, and the switch is happening in the workplace from baby boomers –who separated their work and private lives – to Millennials, who feel working hard and playing hard…MORE

2016 Fresno Veteran’s Day Parade Draws Many

2016 Fresno Veteran’s Day Parade Draws Many

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North was in Fresno, Friday as the Grand Marshall of the 2016 Veteran’s Day Parade. The Parade is a source of pride for the Central Valley – billed as the largest veteran’s parade this side of the Mississippi. The opening ceremony kicked off at 11:00 Friday morning, with…MORE

Election Results Have Many Fearful Over Immigration Policies

Election Results Have Many Fearful Over Immigration Policies

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – President-Elect Donald Trump’s stated immigration policies has many fearful. Many in the US are here illegally whether undocumented or in transitional status, and are worried about being deported. “There’s a lot of concern right now, when it comes to the recent election but right now we don’t want people in panic,…MORE

BBQ To Raise Money For Sgt. Lucas Scholarship Fund

BBQ To Raise Money For Sgt. Lucas Scholarship Fund

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A fundraiser is taking place with money going to the Rod Lucas Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund. Sergeant Rod Lucas died October 31st in an accidental shooting – leaving behind his wife Jamie and their four children. Fresno Sheriff’s Spokesperson Tony Botti says a group called Police and Fire: The Fallen Heroes…MORE

Fighting Human Slave Trade With Coffee & Chocolate

Fighting Human Slave Trade With Coffee & Chocolate

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) -Fighting the slave trade by eating coffee and chocolate… Human trafficking is a problem that exists right here in the Valley. Jessica Pittman, the Associate Director of the Central Valley Justice Coalition, says they are raising awareness and money to fight slavery with a coffee and chocolate soiree. “People often don’t think…MORE

Fresno Moves Closer To Having An Aquarium

Fresno Moves Closer To Having An Aquarium

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) –  Fresno is moving closer to having an aquarium. A major milestone on the way to bringing fish to Fresno, the grading work was completed in September at the site along Highway 99 by the San Joaquin River. “We’ve been preparing the site for the first building on the Fresno Aquarium property,…MORE