Category Archives: Local News

Parlier Police K9 Found Dead

Parlier Police K9 Found Dead

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — “Indy” was reported missing Friday morning from the Parlier Police Department. A reward was also offered for the 9-year-old German Shepherd’s return. However, Friday afternoon, Fresno County Sheriff’s deputies discovered Indy, near Mendocino and Industrial, deceased. Spokesman Tony Botti tells KMJ News that investigators are trying to determine whether Indy escaped, or…MORE

Sheriff Reveals More Details About Sgt. Lucas Shooting Death Investigation

Sheriff Reveals More Details About Sgt. Lucas Shooting Death Investigation

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims reveals more details to KMJ about the investigation into the shooting death of Sgt. Rod Lucas – which was ruled as a homicide Friday.  That means the investigation determined that the weapon was in the hands of an unnamed detective (and not Lucas’ hands) when the…MORE

Roads Leading into Yosemite Valley to Close

Roads Leading into Yosemite Valley to Close

YOSEMITE, CA (KMJ) – Yosemite NPS officials say all roads leading into Yosemite Valley will close Friday (1/6) at 5pm ahead of this weekend’s storm and will remain closed through Sunday (1/8).  There will be no visitor services available throughout the storm. Visitor services and facilities will be extremely limited through the coming storm and…MORE

Death Of Sheriff’s Sergeant Now Classified As Homicide

Death Of Sheriff’s Sergeant Now Classified As Homicide

FRESNO (KMJ) — The death of Fresno County Sheriff’s Sergeant Rod Lucas is being investigated as a homicide. The announcement came Friday morning, from the Sheriff’s Office. “Several tests were conducted on all the equipment involved in the shooting and a forensic analysis was performed on materials located in close proximity to where the shooting…MORE

“Pay Attention” To Watering Rules, Fresno Man Tells School District

“Pay Attention” To Watering Rules, Fresno Man Tells School District

FRESNO (KMJ) — A Fresno resident wants to know why the school near his home has been breaking the City of Fresno’s water conservation rules. Mike Middleton lives close to Powers-Ginsberg Elementary School in Central Fresno. “I was told that they’re supposed to water to the same rules as us homeowners, that’s once a week…MORE

Hotel California To Shut Down For Repairs

Hotel California To Shut Down For Repairs

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Residents are being forced to vacate Hotel California, near Roeding Park.  The hotel has been given notice by the City of Fresno to make repairs to heaters that pose an electrical hazard. The city says they’re working with the property owner to reduce the hazard.  They say the owner is cooperating,…MORE

Duke University Study Shows Negative Effects of Secondhand Smoke Before Conception

Duke University Study Shows Negative Effects of Secondhand Smoke Before Conception

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to researchers at Duke University Medical Center, a woman’s exposure to secondhand smoke prior to conception, can harm her baby once she becomes pregnant. An experiment on lab rats shows that tobacco smoke can impact fetal brain development, at even the earliest of stages. The areas affected include learning, memory, and…MORE

Study: Parents’ Obesity May Lead to Developmental Delays

Study: Parents’ Obesity May Lead to Developmental Delays

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — It’s logical to conclude that parents’ dietary and exercise habits can affect their children’s physical health. However, according to a new study, parental obesity may also be linked to developmental delays. Researchers at the National Institutes of Health, say the weight of a mother or father could affect social, problem-solving, and fine…MORE

Fresno City Hall Welcomes Mayor Brand

Fresno City Hall Welcomes Mayor Brand

FRESNO (KMJ) — The Mayoral baton has been passed. The transition from the Ashley Swearengin administration to the Lee Brand regime became official Thursday morning during a ceremony at Fresno City Hall. “To the people of Fresno,” began Ashley Swearengin, “I say it has been the honor of a lifetime to carry the vision of…MORE

Central California Blood Center Needs Donors

Central California Blood Center Needs Donors

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Central California Blood Center is encouraging blood donors to give immediately.  Donors are in especially short supply because of the winter weather and cold/flu season. Here’s a list of Valley donation locations: Jenny Eller Donor Center – NW Fresno, 4343 Herndon Ave., Fresno, M-F 9a-6p, Sat. 9a-3p Fresno Donor Center,…MORE