Category Archives: Local News

Woman Killed in Gruesome Drive-By Shooting on Hwy 41

Woman Killed in Gruesome Drive-By Shooting on Hwy 41

UPDATE: The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim as Savanna Troyn, 21, of Fresno. FRESNO (KMJ)  The California Highway Patrol is investigating an early morning shooting which left a woman dead. The CHP says the victim, an unidentified female adult, was riding as a passenger on a motorcycle when she was shot on…MORE

Rep. Nunes Has Antibodies, Never Tested Positive for COVID-19

Rep. Nunes Has Antibodies, Never Tested Positive for COVID-19

FRESNO (KMJ)  In an hour-long exclusive interview with KMJ’s Ray Appleton, Rep. Devin Nunes (R-CA) revealed that he tested positive for antibodies while donating plasma on Friday. Many national news outlets jumped the gun and reported Nunes had tested positive for COVID-19.  That is wrong. While the South Valley Congressman said he felt a bit…MORE

Suspect Arrested in Murder of 16 yr Old Alize Morales

Suspect Arrested in Murder of 16 yr Old Alize Morales

An 18 year old man has been arrested in connection with the October shooting death of 16 year old Alize Morales. The deadly incident occurred the evening of Saturday, Oct. 10 near Belmont Ave. and Calaveras St. Fresno PD says Shot Spotter reported multiple gunshots being fired and found several shell casings in the roadway…MORE

The FUSD School Board Votes to Remove Fresno High’s Mascot

The FUSD School Board Votes to Remove Fresno High’s Mascot

(KMJ) – The Fresno Unified School board votes to change Fresno High’s long-standing school mascot. By a 6-1 vote Wednesday night, the Board voted to change the school’s symbol that Native Americans have described as “racist” and “offensive.” Trustee Terry Slatic cast the only “no” vote. But, Fresno High School will keep the ‘Warriors’ name.…MORE

Oklahoma Police Deputy Chief Paco Balderama Announced as Fresno’s New Police Chief

Oklahoma Police Deputy Chief Paco Balderama Announced as Fresno’s New Police Chief

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) –  The Fresno Police Department formally announced Paco Balderama as the city’s new police chief Tuesday afternoon, making him Fresno’s 23rd law enforcement leader and first Hispanic Chief of Police. Balderama was born in El Paso, Texas, is a Mexican-American, and a twin – his brother, Beto, also currently works for…MORE

Elon Musk Relocates to Texas, Criticizes ‘Complacent’ California

Elon Musk Relocates to Texas, Criticizes ‘Complacent’ California

Elon Musk has moved to Texas to focus on two big priorities for his companies: SpaceX’s new Starship vehicle and Tesla Inc.’s new Gigafactory, currently under construction in Austin. There also are potentially enormous tax implications for Musk, who recently became the world’s second-wealthiest person. Texas has no personal income tax, while California imposes the…MORE

Volunteers Needed to Deliver Holiday Meals to Kings County Elderly

Volunteers Needed to Deliver Holiday Meals to Kings County Elderly

    KINGS COUNTY, CA (KMJ) — The Kings County Commission on Aging is in need of volunteers to help deliver holiday meals to seniors in need. The Meals on Wheels program will be delivering the holiday meals on Monday, Dec. 14, Tuesday, Dec. 15, and Monday, Dec. 21. Drivers can sign up for any or…MORE

Restaurateur Dave Fansler Lays Off 210 as Calif. Restricts Eateries

Restaurateur Dave Fansler Lays Off 210 as Calif. Restricts Eateries

FRESNO (KMJ)  As Gov. Newsom’s latest attempted crackdown on the spread of COVID-19 moves into a more restrictive territory, it’s having a seismic ripple effect on small businesses and restaurants throughout California. Prime example:  Dave Fansler’s Fansler Restaurant Group which owns Pismo’s Coastal Grill, Westwoods BBQ and Yosemite Ranch Steakhouse in Fresno.  In an exclusive…MORE

Fresno’s Chaffee Zoo Closed Under State Stay-At-Home Order

Fresno’s Chaffee Zoo Closed Under State Stay-At-Home Order

(KMJ) – Fresno’s Chaffee Zoo announces it is now temporarily closed to the public for a minimum of three weeks  in compliance with the state’s latest stay-at-Home order. “The Zoo is committed to following all regulations and doing our part to help our community stay healthy. We look forward to re-opening when we are able to…MORE