John Deere, faced with lower customer demand for equipment, declining sales, and a difficult ag economy, confirmed cuts in its global salaried workforce. Corridor Business says Deere didn’t release details on the number of salaried employees affected. In a statement, the company says it’s been forced to make tough decisions, including layoffs at John Deere…… MORE
Vendors Scramble To Find Backup Plans In Light Of Major Arthop Changes
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Normally on the first Thursday of every month, Fulton Street in Downtown is filled with over 15,000 Arthop goers and vendors. But for the August 1st event, the normal setup has been brought to a halt. Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias says it’s a matter of safety, but some vendors tell…… MORE
PG&E Relief Program Expands Credits, More Middle-class Families Eligible
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — More PG&E customers can receive help with their past-due bills thanks to changing eligibility requirements. But for some ratepayers and people who are hundreds of thousands of dollars behind on their bills, the assistance is just not enough. “Do I feed my family today, or do I turn on the…… MORE
Defense Department Backs Off Lab-Grown Meat
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association confirms that the effort to prevent ultra-processed, lab-grown protein in the diet of the American armed forces was successful. The announcement follows news that the U.S. Department of Defense is not pursuing lab-grown protein products for human consumption. “NCBA was the first and only group to fight back against lab-grown…… MORE
How You Can Help Visalia Non-Profit With a Cup of Coffee
VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Located on Court Street off of Main in Visalia, you’ll find a coffee shop giving you the opportunity to fuel your day and a non-profit’s mission. “All of the proceeds from our coffee benefit directly the Visalia Rescue Mission as we try to address homelessness and addiction in our city,” says…… MORE
‘The Iron Office’ Gym Opens New Location in Northwest Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Residents in northwest Fresno have a new place to get into shape. “The Iron Office” recently opened its new location on Figarden near Santa Fe. The locally and veteran-owned gym offers 24-hour access to members. A grand opening was held, and the owner says athletes such as David Carr and Marc Castro…… MORE
Fresno County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit Makes Arrest in Murder of Farmworker
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit have made an arrest in the cold case murder of a 75-year-old farmworker from Dinuba. On Wednesday, Fresno County Sheriff John Zanoni held a press conference to announce that detectives have arrested 29-year-old Angel Romero of Fresno. He has been booked…… MORE
Merced County Sheriff’s Office Launches New App
MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Merced County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out a mobile app with an instant link to several departments. You can report certain crimes, such as credit card fraud and vandalism. You can also submit tips, look up jail information and records, and even apply for concealed carry weapons permits. The…… MORE
Fresno County Elections Office Prepares For November Election
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The November general election is just over 100 days away. Kamala Harris has now earned enough delegates to become the Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race. Last week, Republicans officially nominated former President Donald Trump as their nominee. Fresno County Clerk and Registrar of Voters James…… MORE
Over 500 Groups Call for a New Farm Bill
The American Farm Bureau and more than 500 other groups sent a letter to Congressional leaders calling for the passage of a new, modernized farm bill. The groups signing onto the letter represent agriculture, nutrition, conservation, the environment, rural development, and several other economic sectors. The groups say in the letter, “Millions of Americans rely…… MORE
