WASHINGTON (CNN) – Donald Trump tweeted Tuesday that the “shackles” had been removed from him, freeing the Republican nominee to campaign the way he chooses, following several days where his words and actions have thrown the GOP into chaos. “It is so nice that the shackles have been taken off me and I can now…… MORE
California Helps FFA Top Membership Record
The National FFA Organization reached the record-high student membership of 649,355. Current membership is three percent higher than 2015’s 692,000 some members. FFA says the number of FFA chapters also grew, increasing from 7,757 to 7,859. The top six student membership states are Texas, California, Georgia, Oklahoma, Ohio and Missouri. Interest in FFA and agricultural…… MORE
Study: Parental Involvement Higher Today Than In Previous Decades
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Some may argue that life has become more hectic over the past several decades. However, that doesn’t necessarily appear to be negatively impacting parental involvement, according to a new study looking at figures dating back to the 60s. Researchers say the Journal of Marriage and Family that mothers and fathers in 10 of…… MORE
Opioid Deaths Still Plaguing California
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State is experiencing the highest number of deaths related to opioid addictions in the country. According to a new report from the Senate Committee on Finance, more than 90 percent of those addicted to prescription painkillers, are unable to get the treatment they need. The bureau says while that’s an improvement…… MORE
Superheroes Drop By Valley Children’s Hospital To Wash Windows
MADERA (KMJ) — The window cleaning at Valley Children’s Hospital was a little different Monday morning. A group of superheroes joined forces to bring smiles to the young patients, while also ensuring the glass stayed clear. “We’ve seen a few other hospitals come up with the idea, and they’ve done it as well”, explains crew…… MORE
Attorney General Harris Unveiling California Cyber Crime Center
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – California Attorney General Kamala Harris is announcing a new cyber crime-fighting center. The State Bureau of Forensic’s Fresno crime lab on the Fresno State campus was the site of the launch of the California Cyber Crime Center, also called “C4.” It offers digital forensics and cyber security expertise to law agencies statewide.…… MORE
Trump, Clinton Get Personal in 2nd Debate
ST. LOUIS (CNN) – Donald Trump issued an unmistakable threat to Hillary Clinton Sunday night: I am willing to cross any line to make the next 30 days of your life hell. Capping the most devastating 48 hours of his presidential campaign, Trump stunned the country on Sunday by convening a press conference with women…… MORE
USDA Issues Sour Egg Board Report
The Department of Agriculture says the American Egg Board engaged in inappropriate conduct following a USDA checkoff review. The results announced last week regarding what’s known as “mayogate” stem from an Agricultural Marketing Service review after Egg Board emails became public. Politico reports the emails appeared to show a coordinated campaign against San Francisco-based Hampton…… MORE
Knife-Wielding Suspect Shot By Fresno Police
(KMJ) – Fresno Police were called to Fresno and Belmont just after 4 PM Sunday for reports of a man standing in the street armed with a knife. Officers say the 9-1-1 caller stated the suspect pulled a knife on her husband in front of their house. The individual was described as a Hispanic male…… MORE
FBI: Calif. Police Departments Have Yet to Fully Recover from Recession-Era Cuts
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Police departments in the Golden State are employing 7 percent fewer officers, compared to the year prior to the Great Recession. According to the FBI, California cities had more than 40,000 officers in 2008, but only around 37,000 in 2015. Meanwhile, California’s population has grown in recent years, leading to a decline in…… MORE
