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Your Help Needed To Complete The ‘Summer of Hope’ Challenge

Your Help Needed To Complete The ‘Summer of Hope’ Challenge

FRESNO (KMJ) — A drive to collect $750,000 in donations for a valley based good cause needs your help to help it reach its goal. The months of June, July, and August are the focus of the Fresno Rescue Mission’s 90 day ‘Summer of Hope’ Challenge. They’re currently at just over $674,000…meaning they only need…MORE

Study Examines How Drinking Coffee Can Benefit The Heart

Study Examines How Drinking Coffee Can Benefit The Heart

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — There have been numerous studies over the years detailing the health benefits of moderate coffee consumption. One found that drinking three to five cups a day can help those suffering from Parkinson’s disease. Another found that drinking four cups can combat liver damage, associated with excessive alcohol consumption. Now, York University researchers say…MORE

A Warning to Pregnant Women About Acetaminophen

A Warning to Pregnant Women About Acetaminophen

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Mothers-to-be who take acetaminophen are more likely to give birth to a hyperactive child. New research published in JAMA Pediatrics shows that prenatal exposure to acetaminophen, the active ingredient in pain relievers such as Tylenol, is associated with an increased risk of emotional or behavioral issues. Experts say acetaminophen is not inherently unsafe…MORE

VIDEO: “Googly-Eyed” Stubby Squid Found off Calif. Coast

(KMJ)   Researchers made a curious find recently off the California coast.  The team from Exploration Vessel Nautilus caught a rare stubby squid at nearly 3,000 feet deep on the ocean floor.  The video has gone viral. According to the research team, The stubby squid (Rossia pacifica) looks like a cross between an octopus and squid,…MORE

All Road Closures Lifted As Mineral Fire Containment Improves

All Road Closures Lifted As Mineral Fire Containment Improves

FRESNO (KMJ) — The Mineral Fire stands at 7,500 acres burnt and 85% contained. The ever rising containment level is just one part of the good news emanating from the battle against the blaze. All mandatory evacuations are off, which include both warnings and orders, and all road closures have been lifted. Coalinga Mineral Springs…MORE

Harlem Globetrotters At Save Mart Center In January

Harlem Globetrotters At Save Mart Center In January

FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno will be one of the stops as The Harlem Globetrotters will tip off their 2017 World Tour on December 26, 2016 and bring their unrivalled family entertainment to over 250 cities in 48 states across North America. The Globetrotters, will perform at the Save Mart Center on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017…MORE

Grizzlies/Astros Marriage Continues – For Another 2 Years

Grizzlies/Astros Marriage Continues – For Another 2 Years

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – It will continue to be business as usual for the Houston Astros and the Fresno Grizzlies – at least for another two years.  The MLB club and minor league AAA affiliate re-upped for another two seasons on Saturday.  That means Growlifornia will house future Astros through at least 2018. “(The Grizzlies’…MORE

Swearengin Named CEO of the Central Valley Community Foundation

Swearengin Named CEO of the Central Valley Community Foundation

(KMJ)  After she wraps up her 8th year in the Mayor’s office, Ashley Swearengin will take over the Central Valley Community Foundation. “The Central Valley Community Foundation is an incredibly important organization in our region.  For almost 50 years, the Foundation has been dedicated to improving the lives of the people in this area,” said…MORE

Rio: Prandini & Stevens Advance to Semifinals

Rio: Prandini & Stevens Advance to Semifinals

(KMJ)  Jenna Prandini’s dreams for Olympic gold will continue. The Clovis High grad won her first race on Monday in Rio, advancing to the semifinals in the women’s 200 with a race time of 22.62. Deajah Stevens, who starred at the College of the Seqouias, also qualified for the semi’s with a time of 22.45.…MORE

Visalia Drive By Shooting Kills 1, Wounds 2

Visalia Drive By Shooting Kills 1, Wounds 2

(KMJ) Visalia PD is investigating a deadly drive-by shooting.  Officers say the gunfire erupted around 3:20am Saturday outside a home on South Woodland Street.  Two people were struck outside while a third victim was hit by a stray bullet while sleeping inside.  No arrests have been made and no suspects have been identified.  Authorities have…MORE