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Death Penalty Sought for ‘Golden State Killer’ Suspect

Death Penalty Sought for ‘Golden State Killer’ Suspect

FRESNO, CA (KMJ)  The suspected “Golden State Killer” will be put to death – if prosecutors get their way. On Wednesday, six district attorneys agreed to consolidate the case to Sacramento. Joseph DeAngelo appeared in court for the brief hearing where the DA’s announced they would seek the death penalty, if he’s convicted. Prosecutors believe…MORE

Combat Panhandling With “A Better Way To Help People,” Urges Bredefeld

Combat Panhandling With “A Better Way To Help People,” Urges Bredefeld

FRESNO (KMJ) — Another proposal to combat panhandling in the City of Fresno has been unveiled by Councilmember Garry Bredefeld. The “Help Us Help Fresno” initiative would encourage passing motorists to give to non-profits instead of directly to those standing at intersections. It comes after the STOP ordinance (Safe Transfer of Objects to Pedestrians), proposed…MORE

California Lawmakers Advance Police Shooting Restrictions

California Lawmakers Advance Police Shooting Restrictions

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – A first-in-the-nation measure restricting when police can use deadly force has moved forward in the California Legislature. The legislation advanced Tuesday faces a tougher fight in the full Assembly. Even lawmakers supporting the measure say it may go too far as they try to balance the safety of officers and residents…MORE

Wait Times Still “Unclear, Deceiving” Says Assembly Member At DMV Budget Hearing

Wait Times Still “Unclear, Deceiving” Says Assembly Member At DMV Budget Hearing

  SACRAMENTO, CA (KMJ) – A budget committee hearing involving the DMV was taking place Tuesday at the State. The hearing comes after an audit released in March showed poor planning as responsible for issues at the Department of Motor Vehicles. It’s the same day that the Department of Technology had a “hardware failure,” causing…MORE

Honor Flight Takes Off For DC: “I Can’t Wait To Get There”

Honor Flight Takes Off For DC: “I Can’t Wait To Get There”

FRESNO (KMJ) — A crowd of veterans and their guardians have left the Central Valley to start day one of the three-day 18th Central Valley Honor Flight. Their departure from Fresno Yosemite International Airport Tuesday morning began with great fanfare, celebrating the veterans for their service. “Some of you have heard this a lot, maybe…MORE

4 Dead Goats Found in Fresno County

4 Dead Goats Found in Fresno County

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Four dead goats are found Tuesday in Fresno County. The goats were found at Central and Fowler Avenues in Fresno County. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office is looking into whether these goats are connected to the missing goats around the Valley. Earlier in April, the Lindsay High School Ag Farm was…MORE

Nunes Claims “Character Assassination”, Sues Fresno Bee Publisher for $150M

Nunes Claims “Character Assassination”, Sues Fresno Bee Publisher for $150M

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) Rep. Devin Nunes (R-CA) has filed a $150 million lawsuit against the Fresno Bee’s publisher The McClatchy Company alleging they interfered with his investigation into possible Russian interference in the 2016 Presidential election and the campaign of democrat nominee Hillary Clinton. .  CLICK HERE TO READ THE COMPLAINT Nunes made headlines last…MORE

Tulare Sheriff’s Office Asks Help Finding Serial Burglars

Tulare Sheriff’s Office Asks Help Finding Serial Burglars

TULARE COUNTY, CA (KMJ) – The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office is looking for help in tracking down a pair of thieves they say are responsible for a number of burglaries throughout the county since the beginning of the year. On Jan 8, 2019, the Sheriff’s Office says Deputies were called to burglary at a house in…MORE

California Tops of List of States Putting in Claims for Dog-Related Injuries.

California Tops of List of States Putting in Claims for Dog-Related Injuries.

    FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – California places at the top of the list of states putting in claims for dog-related injuries, according to State Farm Insurance. There 78 million dogs in U.U. homes and each year 4.5 million people are bitten or injured by dogs. There were 409 claims reported to State Farm Insurance…MORE

Measles Tally Hits 465, With Cases In Calif.

Measles Tally Hits 465, With Cases In Calif.

NEW YORK (AP) – U.S. measles cases are continuing to jump, and most of the reported illnesses are in children. Health officials say 465 measles cases have been reported this year, as of last week. That’s up from 387 the week before. The numbers are preliminary. The 2019 tally is already the most since 2014,…MORE