FRESNO, CA ( KMJ) – The Fresno Police Department is calling Operation Slide Lock one of their largest multi-agency operations. 28 people were arrested on federal and state charges for drug trafficking and dealing in illegal firearms. Operation Slide Lock was the culmination of a year-long investigation ending in what Fresno police called the fourth and…… MORE
Report: Drought Ends for One-Fourth of California
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A heavy dousing of autumn rain in Northern California has lifted a quarter of the state out of drought, the highest percentage in more than three years, according to a new federal report Thursday. Water officials who oversaw mandatory water conservation by cities and towns emphasized three-fourths of the state remains…… MORE
TPP Headed for Ratification in Japan
The ruling liberal Democratic Party and the main opposition Democratic Party of Japan have both agreed to hold a lower House vote on the Trans-Pacific Partnership this week. That means the trade deal will likely be ratified during the current session of the Japanese Parliament. The website Asia dot Nikkei.com says the Japanese public…… MORE
Man Wearing ‘Prisoner’ Jumpsuit Outside Jail Was On Active Parole
FRESNO (KMJ) — A man discovered wearing a jail jumpsuit, as he was walking in front of Fresno County Jail, is now behind bars. According to Fresno County Sheriff’s Office, Michael Rodriguez was seen walking towards the North Jail Annex in Downtown Fresno around 4pm Thursday, with the word ‘prisoner’ on the back of the…… MORE
UPDATE: Person Of Interest Surrenders in Goshen Homicide
Fresno, CA (KMJ) A deadly shooting is under investigation in the town of Goshen. The Tulare County Sheriff’s Department says an unidentified male victim was shot to death around 1 AM Thursday on the 6500 block of Betty Drive. Deputies say as of 5pm Thursday afternoon, a person of interest – 24-year-old Allen Ray Horsley…… MORE
CA Election Officials Dispute Claims of a “Rigged” Election
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Secretary of State’s office and the Association of Clerks and Election Officials, say the notion of a “rigged” election is unfounded. Instances of voter fraud, they say, are extremely rare, and registrars frequently update their lists to remove people who have passed away. A recent Gallup poll found that a…… MORE
More Calls for Classes to Start Later
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — It’s not necessarily a lack of sleep, but the combination of being a night owl and daytime drowsiness, that’s to blame for cranky teenagers. That’s according to a new study published in the journal Pediatrics, which reiterates the need for later school start times. Experts say sleep time misalignment and early school…… MORE
Officer Honored For Going “Above And Beyond” For Seven Year Old Victim
REEDLEY (KMJ) — A Reedley PD officer whose dedication to service prompted to him to help save a seven-year-old’s birthday party, has been celebrated for his actions. The recognition was just one part of Reedley Police’s 18th Annual Department Inspection and Awards Ceremony. “This is actually my favorite one here”, explained Police Chief Joe Garza…… MORE
Fresno DA Reviewing Everything In Accidental Shooting Death
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County District Attorney’s Office is “reviewing everything” related to the accidental shooting death Monday, October 31st of Fresno County Sheriff’s Sergeant Rod Lucas. They say it’s standard procedure in any officer involved shooting. DA Lisa Smittcamp’s review will take place as the Sheriff’s Office conducts its own investigation into the…… MORE
No Interest Rate Hike For Now
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged following its latest policy meeting the week. However, the Fed did signal a hike could be due in December as the economy gathers momentum and inflation picks up. The U.S. central bank said the economy had gained steam and job gains remained solid. Policymakers also expressed more optimism…… MORE
