Category Archives: Local News

Exclusive: CSUF President on Measure E Failure, Search for AD, Coach

Exclusive: CSUF President on Measure E Failure, Search for AD, Coach

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Fresno State President Dr. Saul Jimenez-Sandoval joined John Broeske and Christina Musson on their show Friday to discuss a number of issues. Among the topics covered; the second failure of Measure E that would have poured millions on to campus and the search for a new athletic director and men’s basketball coach…MORE

Clovis PD Bust: 20 People, 11 Dogs Found

Clovis PD Bust: 20 People, 11 Dogs Found

Clovis, CA (KMJ) Clovis Police officers serving a search warrant Thursday morning made a shocking discovery. 20 people were found living at the home near Gettysburg & Villa. The warrant was part of an investigation into burglaries and organized retail theft. Three young children and 11 dogs were also found living in squalid conditions. The…MORE

200,000 Fentanyl Pills Found During Traffic Stop in Fresno County

200,000 Fentanyl Pills Found During Traffic Stop in Fresno County

FREWSNO COUNTY, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man for possessing 200,000 Fentanyl pills for sale. On March 19th, a deputy conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 5 at Highway 33, near Coalinga. A search revealed 50 pounds of counterfeit M30 pills, which contain Fentanyl. The 200,000 pills seized have…MORE

Athletic Director Terry Tumey out at Fresno State

Athletic Director Terry Tumey out at Fresno State

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Athletic director Terry Tumey is out at Fresno State, in a move that both parties are calling “mutually agreed” upon. Tumey has been the university’s athletic director since August of 2018. During his tenure, Tumey secured a deal with Adidas for athletic gear and more. Some of the coaches hired during…MORE

Bakersfield Man Guilty of Murdering Wife’s Boyfriend

Bakersfield Man Guilty of Murdering Wife’s Boyfriend

Bakersfield, CA (KMJ) Dashawn Hunter was found guilty of second degree murder Wednesday in Kern County Superior Court. Prosecutors say in February of 2021 Hunter shot and killed Reginald McCoy Jr. in front of his home. McCoy had been shot 7 times and died at the scene. Prior to the murder, Hunter had become aware…MORE

Fresno State Announces Schedule for Spring 2024 Graduations

Fresno State Announces Schedule for Spring 2024 Graduations

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The countdown is on to graduation at Fresno State. The schedule has been announced for Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies. Graduation for Fresno State’s eight colleges and schools will take place May 17 through the 19th at the Save Mart Center. On May 17th, Business, Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Ag Sciences and…MORE

Sex Offender Wanted for Madera Kidnapping, Rape Nabbed in Elk Grove

Sex Offender Wanted for Madera Kidnapping, Rape Nabbed in Elk Grove

MADERA, Calif. (KFSN/KMJ) — A registered sex offender is in custody accused of carjacking, kidnapping and raping a woman in Madera. Police say 54-year-old Otis McKinzy was arrested Wednesday night by Elk Grove Police. The carjacking happened near Yosemite and L Street at about 1 pm Wednesday. The victim was a woman in her 50’s…MORE

California Prop 1 passes, $6B to tackle homelessness

California Prop 1 passes, $6B to tackle homelessness

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California voters have passed a measure that will impose strict requirements on counties to spend on housing and drug treatment programs to tackle the state’s homelessness crisis. Proposition 1 marks the first update to the state’s mental health system in 20 years and a win for Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who…MORE

Close Race for 2nd Spot in Congressional District 20 Runoff

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — We’re getting a look at the initial results of Tuesday’s special election primary to fill Kevin McCarthy’s open seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. That term runs until January 2025. The election results closely mirror those of the March 5th primary. With Assemblyman Vince Fong taking a clear lead…MORE