(KMJ/CBS SF) – Checking your GPS while driving will soon be illegal (unless you have your phone mounted). Governor Jerry Brown signed legislation that expands restrictions on cell phone use while driving. AB 1785 prohibits drivers from checking maps, adjusting playlists, taking photos or live streaming on their phones while driving – unless a hands free…… MORE
$1000 Reward By CCSPCA After Dogs Tortured, Burned
A $1000 dollar reward is being offered to find the person responsible for torturing and killing two dogs. On Friday, September 23rd, CCSPCA humane officers discovered the remains of the two dogs in Southwest Fresno at 41 East Walnut, near Church and Walnut Avenues. Central California SPCA Spokesperson Walter Salvari says both large dogs appeared…… MORE
USDA Waiting on More Funding
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the U.S. Department of Agriculture needs more funding to continue distributing aid to farmers hit by low commodity prices. Vilsack said last week “hopefully with the continuing resolution, we can take a look at what additional steps we might be able to provide” to farmers and the agriculture industry. Senate…… MORE
Trump, Clinton Clash in First Debate
(CNN) – Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump clashed Monday in their first head-to-head debate of the general election season, and CNN’s Reality Check Team put their statements and assertions to the test. The team of reporters, researchers and editors across CNN listened throughout the debate and selected key statements, rating them true; mostly true; true,…… MORE
FUSD Holds State Of Education Luncheon
FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno Unified held its annual State of Education Luncheon, on Monday, September 26th. Superintendent Michel Hanson spoke positively of across the board improvements on state tests and graduation rates “We’re very proud of our graduation rate which beats the state and the nation.” – Superintendent Michel Hanson. Hanson says they are trying…… MORE
FPPC Investigating Claims that CA Democratic Party Funneled Money
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Fair Political Practices Commission is looking into claims that the California Democratic Party illegally funneled money from oil and energy companies, to the campaigns of high-profile leaders, such as that of Gov. Jerry Brown. Consumer Watchdog alleges that between 2011 and 2014, the party was used as a “pass-through,” to “reward legislative…… MORE
Will Lower Gas Prices Lead to Job Losses?
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — While lower prices at the pump are generally considered beneficial for the pocketbooks of most Americans, they may result in job losses. That’s a claim being made by the Michigan Center for Automotive Research. The center predicts that cheap fuel will lead to a major slump in sales of hybrids, electric vehicles, and…… MORE
DeRuyter Responds to Criticism After Loss to Tulsa
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – After Fresno State had a 31-0 lead over Tulsa on Saturday, the Golden Hurricane rocked the ‘Dogs by coming back to win in double overtime, 48-41. The loss, which drops Fresno State to 1-3 heading into Mountain West Conference play is not sitting well with fans – especially since the ‘Dogs…… MORE
Heritage Foundation Slams Farm Bill
The Heritage Foundation has released its most sweeping critique of U.S. agriculture policy, according to Politico. The foundation called on Congress to revamp its approach to crop insurance, food stands, renewable fuels and trade. The 148-page report calls on Congress to eliminate the Renewable Fuels Standard along with trade-stifling tariffs and tariff rate quotas. The…… MORE
Brown Signs Mandatory CPR Bill, Vetoes San Bernardino Reimbursement
(KMJ) Gov. Jerry Brown continues file through the stacks of legislation remaining on his desk in Sacramento. On Sunday, Brown’s office announced that he had signed a bill into law allowing for CPR training to become a high school graduation requirement. The law will go into effect in 2018. He also signed a bill that…… MORE
