Category Archives: Local News

Clinton Now Backed by All of CA’s Democratic Members of Congress

Clinton Now Backed by All of CA’s Democratic Members of Congress

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — All 39 of California’s Democratic members of Congress are giving their support to the presumptive Democratic nominee.         Senators Nancy Pelosi and Barbara Boxer publicly backed Hillary Clinton several months prior to the June primary, in which she won California. Former rival Bernie Sanders is also expected to endorse Clinton,…MORE

Study: Thumb Sucking, Nail Biting May Help Kids Combat Allergies

Study: Thumb Sucking, Nail Biting May Help Kids Combat Allergies

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to a new study published in the Journal of Pediatrics, nail biting and thumb sucking could result in children being less likely to suffer from certain allergies later in life.       Researchers say it appears to be another example of what’s referred to as the hygiene hypothesis: excessive cleanliness may…MORE

Teen Girl Dies in Kings River Accident

Teen Girl Dies in Kings River Accident

REEDLEY (KMJ) — A 14 year old girl was killed on the Kings River over the weekend.  The victim has been identified as Cheinn Berry of Torrance. Fresno County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to an area near Lindy’s Landing and Campground in Reedley, at around 3pm Saturday. Their investigation established that the teenage girl was being…MORE

Murdered Dallas Cop’s Girlfriend is Fresno State Alum

Murdered Dallas Cop’s Girlfriend is Fresno State Alum

FRESNO (KMJ)- A Valley connection to one of the officers killed in the deadly Dallas sniper attack. The long-time partner of former Fresno State softball player Kristy Villasenior, Officer Patrick Zamarripa, was killed Thursday, July 7th by gunman Micah X. Johnson. Fresno State officials say Villasenior played for legendary Bulldogs coach Margie Wright from 2004-2005…MORE

Ex-Bulldog Pleads No Contest to Shooting Threats

Ex-Bulldog Pleads No Contest to Shooting Threats

FRESNO (KMJ) – A former Fresno State football player pleaded no contest Friday to making threats. In January, Christian Malik Pryor threatened on the social media site Yik Yak to shoot students on the Fresno State campus. Police say the 18 year old from Los Angles was acting alone, when he made the terroristic threat.…MORE

Brown Administration in Talks with Oil Producers

Brown Administration in Talks with Oil Producers

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Western States Petroleum Association says it’s been meeting with the Brown Administration on behalf of California’s oil and gas industry, “to improve the state’s current climate change programs.”       The association says Cap-and-Trade, which requires companies to purchase pollution credits, must be extended, adding that it will “work hard to…MORE

Helping Dallas Victims Through Donations

Helping Dallas Victims Through Donations

FRESNO (KMJ) – Helping Dallas Victims Through Donations… The Badge of Honor Memorial Foundation is a national tax-exempt organization that assists families of officers killed in the line of duty. You can donate at their web site, BOHMF.ORG. The A.T.O. Foundation, which stands for “Assist the Officer” was founded by former Dallas Cowboys football player…MORE

Dog Attack May Have Led to Drowning

Dog Attack May Have Led to Drowning

 FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – An autopsy shows that 74-year-old Robert Simonian suffered wounds consistent with dog bites before he drowned in a canal on July 4th in West Fresno. Police believe it’s possible that Simonian was attacked by a dog or group of dogs, and that caused him to fall into the water as he…MORE

Suspect Arrested After Allegedly Stealing and Firing Shotgun

Suspect Arrested After Allegedly Stealing and Firing Shotgun

   CLOVIS, CA (KMJ) – Clovis Police investigated after several homeowners near Willow and Alluvial reported suspicious activity in the area.  One homeowner said he saw a man, now identified as 46-year-old John Vann, carrying around a shotgun.  Neighbors reported hearing a shotgun being fired three times.  Clovis and Fresno PD surrounded the area, forming…MORE

Suspect Dies After Allegedly Attacking Clovis PD With Car

Suspect Dies After Allegedly Attacking Clovis PD With Car

 CLOVIS, CA (KMJ) – Clovis Police attempted to serve an arrest warrant to a unidentified individual on Thursday afternoon to a residence on Helm Ave. near Bullard.  Police believe the suspect noticed them attempting to serve the warrant, and was in a vehicle with a female.  The female got out of the vehicle, and the…MORE