FRESNO (KMJ/AP) — The rules governing recall elections in California have been changed, and Republicans say its in response to voter outcry over Democratic Senator Josh Newman’s vote to the increase the gas tax. Backers of the effort in Fullerton are currently asking for signatures in order to trigger a recall election and remove Newman…… MORE
[Photo: Liz Kern] FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A young Fresno student with a real knack for spelling is honored by the city. “It’s been really exciting, it’s like a whirlwind.” -Ananya Vinay, Spelling Bee Champ. [Photo: Liz Kern] She’s kind of a big deal here in Fresno, Ananya Vinay, the reigning Scripps National Spelling Bee…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The number of teen using electronic cigarettes, or ‘vaping’ devices, has fallen substantially, after a dramatic increase. According to the latest data from the CDC, use of the controversial devices declined by around 800,000 in 2016. It’s not clear why there was such a notable drop, although stricter regulations on sales may…… MORE
RIVERDALE (KMJ) — A survey of more than a thousand American adults finds 7% of respondents think chocolate milk comes from brown cows. That result comes after questions submitted by the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, in April of this year (via Food & Wine Magazine). “It makes me sad that there’s that big of…… MORE
FRESNO,CA (KMJ) – Today, Thursday June 15th, is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It was launched on June 15, 2006 to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of elder mistreatment by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic, and demographic factors that drive and influence elder abuse, neglect,…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police say that the number of car thefts are down in the city – but they need the public’s help to lower it further. Chief Jerry Dyer unveiled new crime stats on Wednesday. They show that auto thefts are down more than 16% this year, than at the same point…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — Fresno City Council will debate the creation of a legal defense fund for illegal immigrants facing deportation proceedings. It came after hours of public comment within the council chamber Wednesday morning (click here to read more), after which proponents of it cheered as it was confirmed the motion will be heard during…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Women who have multiple fevers during pregnancy, may increase the risk of giving birth to a child with autism. Researchers in Norway say one fever during any trimester raises the odds by 34 percent, while 3 or more fevers after the first trimester increase the risk by more than 300 percent. They…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Living near an airport could lead to higher blood pressure levels. That’s according to researchers in Greece and England, who say loud noise from planes can negatively affect a person’s health. Long-term exposure at night and early in the morning appears to have the largest impact. The study is the latest to…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — Fresno City Council has agreed to debate the creation of a legal defense fund to help undocumented residents fight deportation. It came after a gathering outside Fresno City Hall, organized by Faith in the Valley, followed by hours of public comment in support of the proposal inside the chamber Wednesday morning. “As…… MORE
