FRESNO (KMJ) — A duck escapes the clutches of the CHP after causing traffic problems in Fresno Thursday morning. Dispatch began receiving calls after 7am, to a situation unfolding close to the intersection of Highway 180 and Peach Avenue, south of Fresno Yosemite International Airport. “We did get a couple of calls this morning of…… MORE
National Alfalfa Checkoff Launches on January 1st
The National Alfalfa and Forage Alliance will launch its first ever alfalfa checkoff on January first. The initiative is called the U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative, designed to help offset a shortfall in alfalfa research funding. An article on Western Farm Press Dot Com says the Alliance Board of Directors voted to start a…… MORE
Suspected Hit-And-Run Driver Detained After Running Naked Through Neighborhood
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – After allegedly leaving the scene of an accident in northwest Fresno, a suspected hit-and-run driver returned home to his wife. According to Fresno Police, the suspect’s wife had called 911 when he left the house, before the accident, worried about his mental state. Fresno Police says the man, 32-year-old Jonathan Christopher…… MORE
Suspect On The Run After Vehicle Rollover Crash
FRESNO (KMJ) — A suspect who Fresno Police says caused a rollover crash in that city is still on the run. The call came in at just after 11am Wednesday to the intersection of First Street and McKinley Avenue. “The vehicle that caused the accident…was gone from the scene”, reveals Lieutenant Joe Gomez. “Took off…… MORE
Dr. Vincent Petrucci The “Father” of Fresno State Viticulture Program Passes Away
Doctor Vincent Petrucci, who helped establish the viticulture and wine making programs at Fresno State passed away on Tuesday. The university says they received notice of his passing. Doctor Petrucci taught at Fresno state from 1948 until 1993, where he founded the Fresno State Viticulture and Enology Research Center, which includes the library bearing his…… MORE
Earthquakes Felt In The Central Valley – No Reports Of Injuries Or Damages
FRESNO (KMJ) — A series of earthquakes strikes the Central Valley in the early hours of Wednesday morning. There were actually two significant tremors, both measuring 5.7 on the Richter Scale. The first at 12.18am PT at a depth of around 5 miles, the second at 12.22am PT at a depth of around 7 miles.…… MORE
Coroner Looking For Deceased Homeless Man’s Relatives
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County Coroner is seeking the relatives of Francisco Chavez Salinas. The 64-year-old homeless man died while receiving treatment at Community Regional Medical Center. Anyone with information in finding his relatives is asked to contact Deputy Coroner Loretta Andrews by e-mailing her at [email protected].… MORE
East Porterville Property Owners Being Urged To Connect To Water System
FRESNO (KMJ) – Tulare County officials are urging property owners in East Porterville to connect to the City of Porterville’s water system free of charge. Eligible property owners will bear none of the connection costs, which could easily exceed $10,000 per property. The deadline to begin the connection process is no later than March 1, 2017. After being…… MORE
Carrie Fisher Dies at 60, Star Wars Star Remembered
(CNN) – Actress Carrie Fisher, whose grit and wit made “Star Wars’” Princess Leia an iconic and beloved figure to millions of moviegoers, died Tuesday in Los Angeles. She was 60. Her death was confirmed in a statement issued by the publicist for Billie Lourd, Fisher’s daughter. “It is with a very deep sadness that…… MORE
Outgoing Fresno And Clovis Mayors Talk Legacies
FRESNO (KMJ) — Two Central Valley mayors will be leaving their roles in the new year – both taking on new positions in the area. KMJ’s Dominic McAndrew spoke to both Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin and Clovis Mayor Nathan Magsig about their legacies and what they hope the future will hold. Ashley Swearengin will become the…… MORE
