FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — 84 percent of Californians have internet access at home; that’s up from 75 percent two years ago. According to a new Field Poll, the increase can be largely be attributed to the prevalence of smart phones. Most of those polled say they use the internet not only for networking and entertainment, but also…… MORE
Health Department: Rabid Bat Discovered in Downtown Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Fresno County Health Department is warning residents to beware of rabid bats. A dead bat was found in Downtown Fresno last week, has and tested positive for rabies. Experts say you should never touch wild animals, dead or alive, because they can transmit potentially deadly diseases. … MORE
GMO Food Labeling Bill Signed into Law
The president signs into a law a bill that will change the way you look at food labels. The bill makes labeling of genetically modified ingredients in your food to be posted on package labels. According to the Washington Post, the law requires most food packages to carry a text label, a symbol or an…… MORE
Goose Fire Burns 2,020 Acres Near Prather
PRATHER, CA (KMJ) – A wild fire south of Prather has burned 2,000 acres and threatened 400 homes. The “Goose Fire” began Saturday afternoon, about 30 miles northeast of Fresno, along Highway 168. It’s now 30% contained. 3 homes have been destroyed by the blaze. Johnny Miller of Cal Fire says more than 1600 personnel are…… MORE
Have Ride-Sharing Services Reduced Drunk Driving?
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to new research published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, ride-sharing services, such as Uber and Lyft, appear to have had minimal impact on drunk driving rates. In an analysis of the 100 most populated regions, experts compared the data from before and after the services’ availability. To their surprise,…… MORE
Study: Pot Smoke More Harmful than Tobacco Smoke
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Smoking marijuana appears to harm your heart, and that of anyone around you, even more than cigarettes. According to new research from the University of California, San Francisco, lab rats had a severe decline in blood vessel function, after one minute of exposure to either pot or tobacco smoke. However, it took those…… MORE
Marijuana, Gun Bust in Squaw Valley
SQUAW VALLEY, (KMJ) – More than 1,300 marijuana plants, 18.5 lbs. of dry marijuana and 19 guns were seized by the Fresno County Sheriff’s Narcotics Enforcement Team, California Department of Fish and Wildlife and members of the California Army National Guard. The bust was successful after three different search warrants were executed in Squaw valley.…… MORE
West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Fresno
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The first case of the West Nile Virus in Fresno in 2016 has been confirmed. The Fresno County Department of Public Health confirmed its first case of the virus this year was diagnosed in a man, and it is attacking his nervous system. The man contracted the virus through a mosquito bite.…… MORE
Heat/Poor Air Quality Postpones Valley Events
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Due to the poor air quality and the heat, a few Valley events have been canceled or postponed. Friday night’s United Way Backpack Giveaway has been postponed because of the poor conditions outdoors. The event gives 2,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to kids whose families can’t afford them. Afterwards, a movie…… MORE
Fresno State Student Wins Food Expo’s “New Product” Award
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – In a bit of a surprise – especially to the winner – Fresno State student Aubrey Lim took home the Fresno Food Expo’s coveted Buyer’s Choice “New Product Award” on Thursday afternoon. Lim, who is heading into her junior year at Fresno State, thought up her beef heart jerky two years…… MORE
