Category Archives: Local News

Three Winners in the Historic Powerball Lottery Drawing

Three Winners in the Historic Powerball Lottery Drawing

(KMJ) –  One California Lottery player is part of history as they will take away at least some of the record-breaking $1.586 billion Powerball jackpot. The lucky ticket was purchased at the 7-Eleven located at 4092 Chino Hills Parkway in Chino Hills (San Bernardino County). The ticket matched the winning numbers 04-08-19-27-34 and Powerball number…MORE

Fresno Police Release Video To Help ID Robber

Fresno Police Release Video To Help ID Robber

January 13, 2016, FRESNO – (KMJ)  Fresno PD is asking for the Public’s help to identify a robbery suspect. On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 4:26 a.m., an unknown suspect located an open garage door in a Northeast Fresno neighborhood, near Chestnut and Alluvial. The unknown man entered the garage and then the residence through an unlocked door leading to…MORE

Bail Increased For Illegal Gun Posession

Bail Increased For Illegal Gun Posession

January 13, 2016 -FRESNO (KMJ) A big change goes into effect immediately – as Valley law enforcement leaders work to stop sending criminals possessing illegal guns back on the streets. Police Chief Jerry Dyer worked with District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp and Fresno Judges to enact the change. “For example, a concealed firearm by a felon,…MORE

New Gun Safety Requirements Proposed for CA Law Enforcement

New Gun Safety Requirements Proposed for CA Law Enforcement

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) — Peace officers would be required to securely store any handgun left in their vehicle, under a bill introduced by California State Senator Jerry…MORE

Chinese Investors Still California Dreamin’

Chinese Investors Still California Dreamin’

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) — Chinese real estate buyers continue to seek properties in the Golden State as sound investments and homes. According to Alain Pinel Realtors, China…MORE

Study: Life Gets Better with Age

Study: Life Gets Better with Age

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 mid-life crisis? No such thing, according to the study Up, Not Down, conducted by Canadian researchers. A group of high school students…MORE

HSR Demolition Starts For Downtown Fresno Bridge

HSR Demolition Starts For Downtown Fresno Bridge

FRESNO (KMJ) — The days are numbered for a major crossing in Downtown Fresno, as the demolition of the Tuolumne Street bridge has begun. It’s all to make way for High Speed Rail. “We need to build a higher bridge that goes over the current railroad tracks and high enough to go over our tracks,”…MORE

Lawrence Phillips Found Dead Inside Prison Cell

Lawrence Phillips Found Dead Inside Prison Cell

(KMJ) – Officials at Kern Valley State Prison said early Wednesday morning current inmate and ex-NFL player Lawrence Phillips was found unresponsive in his cell.  He was taken to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead. His death is suspected to be by suicide. In a news release, the Prison says staff conducting security checks at the Delano…MORE

Low Oil Prices Making It Harder To Sell Fuel-efficient Cars

Low Oil Prices Making It Harder To Sell Fuel-efficient Cars

Low oil prices are making it harder to sell fuel-efficient cars. Kelley Blue Book reports sales of nearly every category of vehicle has grown over the past five years — with the exception of hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. At the Detroit auto show, on Tuesday, GM’s Powertrain Chief agreed. GM, Toyota and other makers…MORE

Did You Lose Your Silver Teapot?

Did You Lose Your Silver Teapot?

Did you lose your silver teapot? The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office may have it. They are reporting that they have lost silver tableware…. including a teapot.* Think it’s yours? Call the Sheriff’s Office…. 559-600-3111. (*Teapot shown in photo above is not actual item.)  MORE