FRESNO (KMJ) – A plan by the state to build twin tunnels clears a hurdle with a ruling Thursday, by the California Supreme Court. California Governor Jerry Brown’s plan is to build two giant water tunnels in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The $15.7 billion dollar tunnels would divert fresh river water around the delta and…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County Sheriff’s Department Foundation for Public Safety hosted kids from rural areas of Fresno County on Thursday, to teach them all about what they do. About 100 students, ages 7 to 13, learned about the equipment being used by the Sheriff’s Department – like the helicopter and horses – and also…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Governor Jerry Brown’s “By-Right” housing proposal is getting some local support. Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin threw her support behind the plan, which seeks to reduce barriers and delays in developing affordable housing throughout California. The plan would allow local governments to give administrative approval of new, multi-family housing developments that are…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State is among 11 others and the District of Columbia joining the U.S. Justice Department, in trying to block the proposed $48.3 billion merger of health insurance giants Anthem and Cigna. Consolidating two of the five largest insurers, according to a lawsuit filed, would substantially reduce competition and drive up…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Porterville High School Teacher Bradley Collins has been arrested for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a female student. Captain John Hall tells KMJ News, “That relationship, which included sexual intercourse, began when the victim was under the age of 18, and started in October of 2013. The relationship continued for over…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) – The Fresno County District Attorney has filed criminal charges against a man accused of murdering another man with his car. On Monday, Fresno County Sheriff’s detectives say 31-year old Saul Mendoza intentionally struck and killed 38-year old Sigifredo Gomez as he was getting out of a car on Nebraska and De Wolf near…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) – Central Unified School District is announcing its policy for providing free and reduced-price lunches for children served under the National School Lunch Program. Meal applications will be sent to all households with a letter informing parents or guardians of the availability of free and reduced-price lunches. To apply, complete one application for…… MORE
UPDATE: Visalia PD reports that the man has returned. FRESNO (KMJ) – Visalia Police are asking for assistance in locating a missing male adult considered at-risk. Coronado was reported missing by family. 59-year-old Michael Coronado was last seen the morning of Wednesday July 20th near his home in the 2300 block of E. Chestnut. His…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) – The CCSPCA has been helping the Valley’s homeless animals for 70 years. Their mission for the entire 70 years has been trying to end Fresno’s pet overpopulation problem by spaying and neutering, educating the public about the importance of being a responsible pet owner, providing low cost vaccinations, and the benefits of adopting.…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) – Tonight’s Powerball Jackpot is the 10th-Largest in the Game’s History. Almost $400 Million in Jackpot Money IS up for Grabs Between NOW and Friday. The last time the Powerball jackpot was hit was in May when a single ticket purchased by a family in New Jersey matched all six numbers. The last…… MORE
