(CNN) – Secretary of Defense Ash Carter said Wednesday he is suspending “all efforts to collect reimbursement” from improperly awarded enlistment bonuses given to some member of the California National Guard, following outrage from veterans and their families over attempts to recover the money 10 years after it was disbursed. “I have ordered the Defense…… MORE
Ag Mega-Mergers Delayed
Two agriculture industry mergers expected to be completed by the end of the year now look delayed into the early part of 2017. Dow Chemical and DuPont’s merger may be delayed until February, as European antitrust officials take more time to consider potential competition issues in pesticides and crop seeds, according to Bloomberg. The European…… MORE
Sign the Petition to Forgive Veteran Bonus Repayment
Forgive the debts of the thousands of California soldiers forced to repay enlistment bonuses a decade after going to war in Iraq and Afghanistan. These vets fought for our country and to have them repay a bonus is simply outrageous! Click here to sign the petition… MORE
Fresno County Libraries Host Halloween Activities Saturday
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Looking for another place to take the kids in their Halloween costumes on Saturday? Come in your favorite costume, or come as you are.,,,, Fresno Public Libraries are holding open houses. Fresno County Public Library Spokesperson Rocky Vang says all of the branches will have treats, prizes, and Halloween-theme activities. Head…… MORE
Horse Therapy Helping People With Dementia
A research program that has already helped people with dementia by having them interact with horses is launching at U.C. Davis. People undergoing early stage dementia and mild cognitive impairment along with their caregivers will be paired with horses in hopes of improving the patients’ demeanor and communication skills. Initial results conducted at Stanford Universtiy found…… MORE
CA Recreational Pot, Tougher Gun Control Initiatives Appear Likely to Pass
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — There are 17 statewide initiatives on the November ballot. According to a new CalSpeaks survey, 3 of those measures appear to have overwhelming support. Those include legalizing recreational marijuana use, an effort to increase transparency in the legislature, as well as tougher restrictions on the guns and ammunition. Meanwhile, Proposition 62, which would…… MORE
Study: Most New Pickup Truck Headlights Perform Poorly
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finds that most headlights on late-model pickup trucks perform poorly. Despite its generally high rating and LEDs, the new Ford F-150 is said to have inadequate lighting. The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado is one of the worst when it comes to headlight performance. The…… MORE
Sheriff Mims, Religious Leaders Oppose Prop 64
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County Sheriff joined religious leaders on Tuesday to say “no” to Proposition 64. The measure would legalize regulated use of marijuana – for people over 21 years of age – in the Golden state. The state would impose taxes on sales and cultivation. Those against the measure say even…… MORE
Plans Being Made For Potential Arrival Of Syrian Refugees In Fresno
FRESNO (KMJ) — As many as 150 Syrian refugees could be coming to the City of Fresno. That number is a part of the 4.7 million people which the United Nations estimates have left the middle eastern country following the outbreak of Civil War in 2011. That number is greater than the population of Oregon.…… MORE
Study: Election Stress Affecting Over Half Of Americans
The election… stressing out Americans. Really. The American Psychological Association found that 52% of Americans are stressed out by this year’s race to the White House. Election stress is bipartisan and not gender specific – affecting both registered Democrats, Republicans, men and women. Doctors found adults who use social media, people ages 71 and older,…… MORE
