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Downtown Fresno Shooter Still Spreading His Message From Jail

Downtown Fresno Shooter Still Spreading His Message From Jail

FRESNO (KMJ) — The man alleged to be behind the fatal Downtown Fresno shooting spree remains behind bars, but he is still spreading his message. Kori Ali Muhammad has so far made two appearances in the courtroom – one on Friday April 21st (click here to read more) and another on Thursday April 27th (click…MORE

103rd Clovis Rodeo Kicks Off PBR Real Time Pain Relief Velocity Tour

103rd Clovis Rodeo Kicks Off PBR Real Time Pain Relief Velocity Tour

(KMJ) – The 103rd Clovis Rodeo kicks off with something for everyone and continues a century old tradition that brings in millions in revenue to the Clovis community. Past Rodeo President Chuck Rigsby says the PBR Real Time Pain Relief Velocity Tour brings bulls and riders to the arena; “So it’s all bulls, all night!” Many of…MORE

Muhammad In Court For Downtown Shooting – References “Lake Of Fire”

Muhammad In Court For Downtown Shooting – References “Lake Of Fire”

FRESNO (KMJ) — The man accused of committing the Downtown Fresno shooting spree appeared in court Thursday morning to face those allegations. On the list of charges were three murders, three attempted murders, and two other felonies. The last time Kori Ali Muhammad appeared in the courtroom it was to face the separate Motel 6…MORE

Scholarship Set Up In Memory Of Shooting Spree Victims

Scholarship Set Up In Memory Of Shooting Spree Victims

FRESNO (KMJ) — A school scholarship fund is being set up in memory of two people who lost their lives in the Downtown Fresno shooting spree. Mark Gassett and David Jackson were both clients of Catholic Charities, and were killed close to the group’s Fresno office on North Fulton Street. The events of Tuesday April…MORE

Self-Driving Cars to be Tested without Backup Drivers in Calif.

Self-Driving Cars to be Tested without Backup Drivers in Calif.

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Department of Motor Vehicles says it’s preparing to allow companies to test autonomous vehicles on public roads without a backup driver. Major automakers are racing to roll out various designs, which in addition to the lack of a person, would be without a steering wheel and pedals. Ford plans to…MORE

Study: Italian Coffee May Help Men Reduce Their Cancer Risk

Study: Italian Coffee May Help Men Reduce Their Cancer Risk

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — American men who drink at least three cups of coffee a day prepared in the Italian fashion, may be able to cut their risk of prostate cancer. Government researchers say coffee made with high pressure, extremely hot water, and no filter, can help cut their risk in half. It appears that the…MORE

Murder Charges Filed Against Muhammad in Downtown Fresno Shootings

Murder Charges Filed Against Muhammad in Downtown Fresno Shootings

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County District Attorney has filed murder, attempted murder and other charges against Kori Muhammad, who allegedly went on a shooting spree in Downtown Fresno on April 18th. Here’s the additional charges Muhammad faces, filed on Wednesday. 1.) Murder of Zackary Randalls 2.) Murder of Mark Gassett 3.) Murder of…MORE

Bravery And Life-Saving Acts Recognized By Fresno Fire

Bravery And Life-Saving Acts Recognized By Fresno Fire

FRESNO (KMJ) — Some of Fresno Fire Department’s most exemplary acts are now being publicly celebrated after an awards and promotional ceremony inside Fresno City Hall. The Medal of Bravery is one of the most prestigious, given to those who “disregard personal safety in an effort to save a life or property”. The Wednesday morning…MORE

Fresno’s University High-Ranked 7th Best in California: U.S. News and World Report

Fresno’s University High-Ranked 7th Best in California: U.S. News and World Report

  FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno’s University High School is ranked the 7th Best High School in California by the latest U.S. News and World Report rankings. More than 22-thousand public high schools in 50 states were awarded gold, silver or bronze medals based on their performance on state assessments and how well they prepare…MORE

Man Arrested For Orange Cove Murders

Man Arrested For Orange Cove Murders

ORANGE COVE, CA (KMJ) – A 25-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly committing two murders in Orange Cove. Fresno County Sheriff’s detectives arrested Jairo Mancilla for allegedly shooting and killing 27-year-old Alex Esquivel and 24-year-old Javier Lizaola back on March 10th. Detectives say they found the men after two juveniles said they heard gunshots, and…MORE