FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno County health officials have confirmed three cases of West Nile Virus so far in 2024. Officials say the cases were found through testing of blood donors. No information on the patients has been released, but officials say they were asymptomatic. Health experts say this is a reminder to stay vigilant as…… MORE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (KMJ/KFSN) – Governor Gavin Newsom spoke Wednesday about the large number of wildfires burning in California this year, calling it “sobering.” So far this year, California has seen 3,500 wildfires. This is about 500 more than at the same time last year, but Gov. Newsom says it is below the five-year average. However,…… MORE
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — As the excessive heat wave continues, an investigation is underway after a four-month-old baby was left in the back of a car for two hours. It happened just before 1:30 Tuesday afternoon in Tulare County. When deputies arrived, they say the car was turned off and all the doors &…… MORE
MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Officers are crediting Good Samaritans with saving the life of a driver who was trapped underwater after crashing into a Madera County canal. The California Highway Patrol says a 24-year-old man lost control of his Subaru Outback on Road 35 near Avenue 9 on Sunday morning. The SUV landed on…… MORE
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A reckless driver in Fresno County walked away from a crash after reaching speeds of over 160 miles per hour. The Fresno County Sheriff’s office says the chase started on Saturday, June 22, near Highway 180 and McCall. The driver of a Chevy Camaro sped past deputies, and a California…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A recent graduate from Reedley High School has died after a battle with stage four cancer, according to his family. On Monday night, Malachi Rios’ mother announced his passing in a Facebook post. Earlier this year, Malachi went to Cancun, Mexico to a center that offers a holistic approach to treatment. Family…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – Hotter days are returning to Central California and not everyone has access to air conditioning to escape the heat. Authorities in Valley cities and counties have opened designated cooling centers for the public. The centers are meant to provide relief to residents in need of an escape from the Valley’s scorching summer.…… MORE
PARLIER, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The largest no-cage, no-kill cat sanctuary in the state is holding its annual online fundraiser. The Cat House on the Kings in Parlier is working to find permanent homes for rescued cats and kittens in our area. Your greatly-needed, much-appreciated donations allow us to continue our efforts to spay/neuter and rescue…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – More details are released Monday by the Fresno Police Dept. about a newborn baby, found dead in southeast Fresno, last week. Fresno Police officers responded around 6:30a.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2024 to a home on the 300 S. Block of Backer, near Huntington. Police say the residents told investigators they discovered…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) – Raising Cane’s is getting ready to open their third location in just two years. The newest location will open this Tuesday, July 9 on Kings Canyon Avenue near the Fresno Fairgrounds. The fun starts early with a “Lucky 20” drawing starting at 6:30 am to award 20 lucky customers with free food…… MORE
