Category Archives: Local News

Americans’ View of Congress Increasingly Negative

Americans’ View of Congress Increasingly Negative

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 mere 11% of Americans approve of the job being done by members of Congress. According to Gallup, it’s the worst rating so…MORE

Man Tries To Lure Boys Into His Truck With The Promise Of Cookies

Man Tries To Lure Boys Into His Truck With The Promise Of Cookies

PARLIER (KMJ) — Police in Parlier are looking for a man who attempted to approach two young boys. It happened around 8am Thursday morning. The 7 year old and 11 year old boys describe the man in his early 30s wearing a black cap and black jacket. They say he promised cookies if they got…MORE

Fresno State Honors Journalism Alumni At MCJ Reception

Fresno State Honors Journalism Alumni At MCJ Reception

  Fresno State’s Mass Communication and Journalism Hall of Fame and Scholarship Reception takes place November 12th. It’s a celebration of yesterday, today and tomorrow — honoring 8 alumni and 20 current students. The event also raises funds for future MCJ scholarships. Bill Woodward is one f the names being honored at the Fresno State…MORE

Marijuana Wax On The Rise

Marijuana Wax On The Rise

  A Warning: Marijuana ‘wax,’ or ‘dab,’ on the rise. It’s called “wax” because of the way it looks, and is also known as “dab” or “budder.” The “wax” is highly concentrated THC, the ingredient in marijuana that gets you high, solidified to be smoked and vaped. It’s biggest draw is that it’s very hard…MORE

Thousands Attend Fresno Veterans Parade

Thousands Attend Fresno Veterans Parade

Thousands were remembering Valley veterans today at the Fresno Veterans Parade – considered the largest parade west of the Mississippi. Air Force Veteran Staff Sargeant Raymond Johnson (in striped shirt above)  from the Air Defense Command was there with his family was there to share the true meaning of the day – remembering those who…MORE

Fresno State Supporter Bob Duncan Remembered

Fresno State Supporter Bob Duncan Remembered

  Statement from Fresno State President Joseph I. Castro on the passing of Dr.Bob Duncan today: Dr. Bob Duncan was a devoted friend, fundraiser and donor to Fresno State who will be deeply missed. His connections to the University were many and deep and his significant impact on Fresno State academics and athletics is clearly…MORE

Fresno Inmate Mistakenly Released Turns Himself In

Fresno Inmate Mistakenly Released Turns Himself In

FRESNO (KMJ) — A registered sex offender who simply walked out of Fresno County Jail, has turned himself back in. It was Wednesday morning when David Riggins escaped jail after essentially trading places with another inmate. The other inmate was being released that day and Riggins allegedly switched bracelets with him and learnt enough about…MORE

How Unhealthy is that Midnight Snack?

How Unhealthy is that Midnight Snack?

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) — Eating sporadically, as opposed to having an established meal schedule, is far from healthy, according to new study. Researchers at the Salk Institute…MORE

Android vs. iOS: Which is More Secure?

Android vs. iOS: Which is More Secure?

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) — Smartphone users tend to divide into two camps: iOS and Android. They often have strong opinions on apps, ease of use, and viruses.…MORE

Classic Cars Discovered Stolen From Valley Veteran On Veterans Day

KERMAN (KMJ) — A Central Valley Air Force veteran is on the lookout for two classic cars which he discovered stolen from storage just outside Kerman on Veterans Day. Fresno County Sheriff’s Office got the call around 10.30am Wednesday morning, that the two classics had been taken. “We received a call a person who had…MORE