Category Archives: Local News

Two Rare Twisters Strike Denair

Two Rare Twisters Strike Denair

FRESNO (KMJ) — It was a weekend of wild weather around the Golden State, and it included reports of two tornadoes in Denair in northern California. “We do know that we had one go through town”, says Anthony Bejaran with Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department, “but some of our 911 calls later after it initially went…MORE

Another Hidden Cost of War

Another Hidden Cost of War

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) — Babies and toddlers of soldiers returning from deployment face an increased risk of abuse, during the first six months they’re back home. According…MORE

Is Garlic a Good Tool for Single Men?

Is Garlic a Good Tool for Single Men?

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) — The body odor of men who consume garlic is more attractive to women, according to a new Scottish study. 42 men were asked…MORE

CA Judge Uses Taylor Swift Lyrics in Dismissing Copyright Lawsuit

CA Judge Uses Taylor Swift Lyrics in Dismissing Copyright Lawsuit

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) — Think what you will about Taylor Swift’s musical talents; they appear to be sufficient for federal court rulings. U.S. District Court Judge Gail…MORE

Ballot Initiative Submitted To Redirect HSR Money To Water Storage

Ballot Initiative Submitted To Redirect HSR Money To Water Storage

FRESNO (KMJ) — A ballot initiative which would redirect money from the bullet train project and put it towards water storage is being proposed to the people of California. The plan is to re-route the approximately $8 billion in bond money identified for the high speed rail project, and put it towards bolstering the water…MORE

Bako Woman Allegedly Burned Man to Death

Bako Woman Allegedly Burned Man to Death

(KMJ)  A young woman is charged in a gruesome murder in the south valley. Kely Garcia was arraigned Thursday in a Bakersfield courtroom. Prosecutors say she poured gasoline on Richard Sanchez and lit him on fire earlier this week.  He died two days later in a Los Angeles hospital.  Investigators have not revealed a motive.…MORE

Memorial Service Planned for “Mr. Bulldog”

Memorial Service Planned for “Mr. Bulldog”

(KMJ) – The family of longtime Fresno businessman and prominent Fresno State athletic booster Robert “Bob” Duncan announced a memorial service will be held for him on Monday, November 16th. Duncan died on Wednesday at the age of 94.  He earned the nickname “Mr. Bulldog” for his years of support to Fresno State athletics and…MORE

Fresno City Council Votes To Eliminate Bonuses

Fresno City Council Votes To Eliminate Bonuses

Fresno City Council votes to eliminate bonuses for the un-represented management employees such as the Police Chief and City Manager. Council voted, six to one, with President Oliver Baines voting “no” against eliminating the bonuses. The Council then voted unanimously to make changes to the Transparency Act – announced on Tuesday. They passed 10 amendments…MORE

Proposed Initiative Would Redirect HSR Money to Build Water Storage

Proposed Initiative Would Redirect HSR Money to Build Water Storage

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Two Republican lawmakers are proposing a ballot initiative, which would ask voters to redirect about $8 billion in bond money from the California High-Speed Rail Project, to build water storage. Board of Equalization member George Runner and Senator Bob Huff say they’ve filed language for the initiative. It would also authorize…MORE

Calif. Sex Offenders Sue Over Megan’s Law Website

Calif. Sex Offenders Sue Over Megan’s Law Website

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) — The sex offenders claim mismanagement of the Megan’s Law database website, has led to their being attacked. Roy Matagora, who was convicted of…MORE