Study: Stressed Workers with Minimal Control at Higher Risk for Premature Death

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — People in demanding careers, with minimal control over their workflow, face a 15 percent greater chance of dying prematurely. That’s according to a newly-concluded study by Indiana University’s Kelly School of Business. Overwhelmed employees are often heavier, and more susceptible to diseases. But, it’s not necessarily the stressful job that means a higher…MORE

Heroic Acts And New Promotions Celebrated By Fresno Fire

FRESNO (KMJ) — Life-saving acts and a dozen new promotions were all part Fresno Fire’s celebration of service inside Fresno City Hall Tuesday morning. “It’s the easy part of the job – recognizing the excellence of this department”, started Mayor Ashley Swearengin. The ceremony saw personnel celebrated for their efforts with the Medal of Bravery…MORE

EPA Postpones Glyphosate Review Meeting

  The Environmental Protection Agency postponed this week’s Scientific Advisory Panel meeting regarding glyphosate because the agency says it needs more expertise in epidemiology. The EPA says the meeting will be rescheduled for later this year. EPA postponed the meeting due to a lack of “the availability of experts.” According to a statement, EPA says…MORE

Mayor Announces Next 10 Restore Fresno Neighborhoods

FRESNO, CA  (KMJ) – The next 10 Fresno neighborhoods to undergo revitalization are announced on Monday, making a total of 15 neighborhoods slated for care from the Restore Fresno initiative, a compilation of initiatives to improve property values, living conditions, public safety and the overall quality of life in older neighborhoods. “Hidalgo & Leavenworth together,…MORE

Ryan Michael Ollis

Ryan Michael Ollis of Fresno. A judge issued an active arrest warrant after he failed to meet with his probation officer.  He faces several felony charges, which include car theft, burglary and drug possession. A Fresno County Sheriff’s deputy patrolling the area of Hwy. 99 and Olive Ave. in Fresno stopped at the 76 gas…MORE

Study: Hispanic Teens More Likely to Try Cigarettes

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Hispanic teens in the U.S. are 67 percent more likely to start smoking cigarettes than whites. That’s among the findings of a new study by the National Institutes of Health, which also found that while African-American kids are less likely to pick up smoking, those who do are more likely to continue into…MORE

Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Infertility

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The artificial sweeteners found in many soft drinks may have a significant impact on female fertility. British researchers, presenting a new study at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine congress, say the low-calorie alternatives can negatively impact chances of conception. While more data needs to be collected and analyzed, experts the study’s authors…MORE

Parlier Man Cuffed After Attacking Wife, Children

(KMJ)  Parlier Police have arrested a man they say tried to kill his wife on Sunday. Officers say Mario Zamora-Sanchez broke into his wife’s home and beat her and then allegedly attacked his three children with a knife as they tried to protect their mother. The children were injured but are expected to recover. Cops took Zamora-Sanchez…MORE

USDA Cheese Purchases May Fall Short

  Politico reports there is no guarantee the U.S. Department of Agriculture will spend all $20 million pledged last week to buy cheddar cheese surplus supplies. That’s because the first cheese purchase announced earlier this year fell short. USDA had pledged $20 million in purchases in August to offset lower global dairy markets. However, USDA…MORE

Search Continues for At-Risk Del Rey Woman

(KMJ) – The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in locating a missing person out of Del Rey. The missing female is Flor Dominguez, 39 years old.  Dominguez is 5’ 3”, 180lbs, dark brown hair, and dark brown eyes.  Deputies say she was last seen on October 13, 2016 at 1330 hours in the 12000 block…MORE