Category Archives: Local News

One Suspect From Shooting Near 41 Freeway In Custody

One Suspect From Shooting Near 41 Freeway In Custody

FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno Police responded on Wednesday June 22, just before 1:30 to a call of shots fired from a Black Mercedes at another car near Fresno and Santa Ana Streets. Police officers combed the neighborhood near Ashlan and the 41 Freeway in Central Fresno looking for two suspects . That’s the area where FAX Officers…MORE

Police Hunting “Coward” Responsible For The Death Of 20 Month Old Child

Police Hunting “Coward” Responsible For The Death Of 20 Month Old Child

FRESNO (KMJ) — Police are now actively searching for a man described as a “coward” by Chief Jerry Dyer, allegedly responsible for the death of a toddler. The shooting put two others in the hospital, and took place in Central Fresno Tuesday night close to the intersection of First Street and Tulare Avenue. Audio from…MORE

Bill Aiming to Increase Transparency in Legislature Advances

Bill Aiming to Increase Transparency in Legislature Advances

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…       Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A bill aiming to increase Californians’ ability to monitor the actions of the Legislature has cleared another hurdle. The Legislative Transparency Act,…MORE

Despite Debt & High Costs, Millennials Still Pursuing American Dream

Despite Debt & High Costs, Millennials Still Pursuing American Dream

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…       Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Contrary to stereotypes that they tend to “live for the moment,” and delay the responsibilities that come with growing up, most millennials…MORE

CHP Officer Critically Injured In Highway 180 Accident

CHP Officer Critically Injured In Highway 180 Accident

(KMJ) – A California Highway Patrol Motor Officer remains in critical condition following a collision on Highway 180 Tuesday afternoon. The CHP says the Officer was responding to reports of a crash on the 180 between Clovis and Peach around 5:30 p.m.  According to officers, the driver of a pickup truck did not see the…MORE

30 Handguns Stolen From Fresno Gun Shop

30 Handguns Stolen From Fresno Gun Shop

FRESNO (KMJ) – 30 handguns are stolen from a gun shop in Fresno. Fresno County’s Sheriff’s Deputies believe American Firearms at 4089 North Clovis Avenue by Ashlan was robbed sometime after 6pm Monday night. Sheriff’s Spokesperson Tony Botti says they believe the robber gained entry through the roof. Detectives are working with members of the…MORE

California’s Last Nuclear Power Plant Set To Close Within Ten Years

California’s Last Nuclear Power Plant Set To Close Within Ten Years

FRESNO (KMJ) — The state’s last nuclear power plant is set to close in less than a decade. Calls to shut down the Diablo Canyon site have been present for a number of years. Fears of earthquakes in particular, caused the facility in San Luis Obispo County to come under significant scrutiny. That’s despite that…MORE

Study Finds Link Between Higher Education, Brain Tumors

Study Finds Link Between Higher Education, Brain Tumors

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…       Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A college education is usually associated with a better career, more money, and a higher quality of life. However, a new study…MORE

CA’s Largest Party Endorses Pot Legalization Initiative

CA’s Largest Party Endorses Pot Legalization Initiative

Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More…       Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Back in 2010, the California Democratic Party declined to endorse a ballot initiative to legalize recreational pot, worried that it would harm…MORE

Valley Cooling Centers Confirmed To Be Open Tuesday June 21st

Valley Cooling Centers Confirmed To Be Open Tuesday June 21st

FRESNO (KMJ) — Cooling centers across the valley are opening to help the public deal with the rising temperatures. The times listed below are only valid when the local authorities have announced that the temperature is high enough to put them into use. It has been confirmed to KMJ News that the sites listed below will…MORE