Category Archives: Local News

One Dead After Shooting Near Fresno’s Tioga Middle School

One Dead After Shooting Near Fresno’s Tioga Middle School

FRESNO (KMJ) — A homicide investigation is underway following an early morning shooting in Central Fresno. Police were called to a home close to Millbrook and Santa Ana Avenues at around 4am. “We responded to 3523 East Santa Ana for a report of multiple shots being fired at the location,” established Fresno Police Sergeant Andre…MORE

Fresno Felon Suspect In Transgender Murder From 2015

Fresno Felon Suspect In Transgender Murder From 2015

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police make an arrest on Monday in the murder of a transgender person killed in Central Fresno back in 2015. It was back on July 23rd, around 2:20 in the morning that Kenton Haggard was stabbed to death on Blackstone and Cornell Avenues. Surveillance video shows 66 year-old Haggard, wearing…MORE

Sexually Violent Predator From Visalia Committed To Coalinga State Hospital

Sexually Violent Predator From Visalia Committed To Coalinga State Hospital

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A sexually violent predator from Visalia is committed to the State hospital. 44 year-old Jessie Pritchett will be confined for an undetermined amount of time at Coalinga State Hospital. Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward says Pritchett’s rampage of violence in Tulare and LA Counties spanned 30 years against more than…MORE

Legislation Would Limit CA Opioid Prescriptions to 3 Days

Legislation Would Limit CA Opioid Prescriptions to 3 Days

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — New legislation calls for limiting opioid prescriptions to no more than 3 days. The measure, introduced by Calif. Democratic Assemblyman Freddie Rodriguez, would also require a doctor to justify why a particular dosage is needed, if it hasn’t decreased after the third refill. Opioids, designed only for temporary pain relief, led to…MORE

Fresno Police Say Alleged Jaywalker Had Pot For Sale When Arrested

Fresno Police Say Alleged Jaywalker Had Pot For Sale When Arrested

FRESNO (KMJ) — A Fresno man has been arrested for possession of marijuana for sale, after he was originally caught jaywalking in Southeast Fresno. It comes as Fresno Police are trying to bring down the number of vehicle versus pedestrian incidents. “We have been targeting pedestrians in our Downtown area and in our high-traffic areas…MORE

It’s Ground Hog Day – KMJ Has The Furry Critter’s Prediction

It’s Ground Hog Day – KMJ Has The Furry Critter’s Prediction

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – It’s Ground Hog Day… and KMJ has the furry critter’s prediction. Yes, it’s that day… immortalized by the movie starring Bill Murray…and one furry rodent. Actor Murray was not on hand there in Pennsylvania — but nonetheless Punxsutawney Phil carried out his annual winter prediction. 6 more weeks of winter.…MORE

Charges Filed Against Man Accused of Damaging Fresno City Hall Fountain

Charges Filed Against Man Accused of Damaging Fresno City Hall Fountain

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Felony charges are filed against the man accused of damaging Fresno City Hall’s fountain 30 year-old Charles William Stanphill was already arrested last June for stealing copper wire from Fulton Street. He’s now back in custody –facing more charges The Fresno County DA’s Office has announced he’ll face felony charges –…MORE

Triple Gang-Related Shooting In Planada Leaves 2 Dead, 1 Injured

Triple Gang-Related Shooting In Planada Leaves 2 Dead, 1 Injured

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Merced County Sheriff’s Deputies are reviewing security camera footage hoping for clues after two men die in a gang-related triple shooting in Planada. It happened around 8:00pm Thursday night by the intersection of Highway 140 and Plainsburg Road. Merced County Sheriff’s Deputy Darrell Allen says three men were shot, 22-year-old Diego…MORE

Fresno Homes Being Fumigated Targeted For Burglaries

Fresno Homes Being Fumigated Targeted For Burglaries

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police say homes under those big fumigation tents are becoming a target for burglars. Detectives say there have been been 12 reported cases in the Central District in the last 12 months. Here are some tips from the Fresno Police Department on crime prevention: •Remove all valuables from your…MORE

Fresno County Blossom Trail Celebrating Its 30th Year

Fresno County Blossom Trail Celebrating Its 30th Year

FRESNO (KMJ) – The Fresno County Blossom Trail is now open, and the annual exhibition of flora is also celebrating its 30th year. “We’re always amazed, because we always feel we’re not that old to have a 30th anything but it has arrived and we’re very excited that it has reached the level that it…MORE