Category Archives: Local News

Bat Found In Madera County Tests Positive For Rabies

Bat Found In Madera County Tests Positive For Rabies

[Photo: File] FRESNO,CA (KMJ) – A bat found in Madera County has tested positive for rabies. It’s the second confirmed case of animal rabies this year in Madera County. The infected bat was found this month, in Oakhurst. “The rabies virus is a fairly rare and often fatal disease affecting the brain.” said Sara Bosse,…MORE

Court Forces ALRB To Count Central Valley Farm Workers Votes

Court Forces ALRB To Count Central Valley Farm Workers Votes

[File: Liz Kern/KMJ] FRESNO,CA (KMJ) – A court ruling Wednesday forces the count of Central Valley farmworker votes. Ballots cast in the UFW decertification vote must be counted in a decision by the Fifth District Court of Appeals. “This is a huge victory – these farmworkers have been fighting for this for a long, long…MORE

Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Shot East Of Tulare

Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Shot East Of Tulare

[Photo: Tulare Sheriff’s Office]   FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A homicide investigation is underway east of Tulare after a shooting leaves one person dead. Sheriff’s officials say the call came in around 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning. 41-year-old Adam Hernandez was still alive and paramedics were performing CPR when deputies arrived at Avenue 228 and Road 140.…MORE

Hustler’s Larry Flynt “Thrilled” About Upcoming Fresno Visit

Hustler’s Larry Flynt “Thrilled” About Upcoming Fresno Visit

FRESNO (KMJ) — The founder and publisher of Hustler Magazine is scheduled to visit Fresno in June. The announcement came after Larry Flynt failed to turn up to the grand opening of Fresno’s Hustler Hollywood store in September, despite initial reports that he was set to make an appearance. “A promise is a promise,” said…MORE

Beekeeper, Venture Capitalist Challenge Rep. Denham

TURLOCK, California (CNN) – It was all going well for Democrat Josh Harder before he walked up to Stephanie Bull’s door. Harder was canvassing here in the southern reaches of the district he hopes to represent in Congress when the Turlock native was once again asked to take on a nagging question: Are you really…MORE

CA Gubernatorial Candidates Cox, Villaraigosa Visiting Central Valley

CA Gubernatorial Candidates Cox, Villaraigosa Visiting Central Valley

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Two gubernatorial candidates visit the Central Valley hoping to gather more Valley votes before the June 5th California Primary. John Cox is endorsed by Fresno County Republican Party, and the headquarters on Shaw Avenue was a stop for his Unity Tour on Tuesday. Cox appeared with AG candidate Steven Bailey, and supporters…MORE

First Triple-Digits Forecast For 2018 – Cooler Conditions Coming Soon

First Triple-Digits Forecast For 2018 – Cooler Conditions Coming Soon

FRESNO (KMJ) — Triple-digit temperatures are in Tuesday’s forecast for the Central Valley, marking their first appearance for 2018. The heat comes as competition between systems is set to bring significant highs and lows ahead. “The high pressure ridge is building in over us, and we’ve got a pretty strong cold front that’s going to…MORE

Customers Can Monitor Water Use With City Of Fresno “Eye On Water” App

Customers Can Monitor Water Use With City Of Fresno “Eye On Water” App

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno water customers can now monitor their water usage directly from their computer, smartphone or mobile device. The City of Fresno has introduced its newest customer service portal, called “EyeOnWater.” EyeOnWater gives water customers direct access to their water consumption data, allowing them to easily view, understand and manage their water usage…MORE