Authorities in New Zealand are investigating what is believed to be the nation’s largest cattle theft in history. As many as 500 cows were stolen from a New Zealand dairy farm. The 500 milking cows were reportedly taken from the herd of 1,300 head between early July and late August, according to online-based news…… MORE
700 Attend Water Forum Hosted By Congressman Nunes
(KMJ) – Time to push lawmakers for more water storage and dams – that was the message of a water forum organized by Congressman Devin Nunes. that took place in Tulare on Wednesday, August 30th. Standing room only, as around 700 people crowded into the Heritage Complex at Tulare’s International Agri-Center to hear an update of…… MORE
Apple Hit With Class-Action Lawsuit Over “Touch Disease”
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Apple is being hit with a class-action lawsuit, over what’s being called the “touch disease.” It refers to a problem affecting some iPhone 6 and 6 Plus devices, which causes the touch screen not to respond to the users’ input. The lawsuit accuses Apple of concealing the alleged defect, of which the number…… MORE
Report: Fewer Data Breaches Occurring, More Damage Being Done
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The number of data breaches is down by about 17 percent, compared this time last year. However, the number of compromised records is soaring, according to cyber security firm Risk Based Security. During the first six months of 2016, more than 1.1 billion records were exposed. About 150 American organizations have reported giving…… MORE
Caruthers Teacher Arrested on Child Porn Charges
CARUTHERS, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 46-year-old Gregory Carr – a 7th/8th grade teacher at Caruthers Elementary School – on felony possession of child pornography on Wednesday. The Sheriff’s Office says there is currently no evidence that Carr was actively abusing any children. They also confirm that Carr…… MORE
Domestic Violence Allegations Lead To Revival Of CA Unpaid Time Off Bill
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Some new parents in the Golden State would be able to request unpaid time off, without the fear of ending up unemployed, under a revived bill that’s advancing in Sacramento. An almost identical measure failed in the Assembly Labor Committee, back in June. However, that vote followed a public call by the legislation’s…… MORE
Grizzlies’ Righty Named PCL Pitcher of the Year
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Grizzlies’ right-hander Brady Rodgers has been named the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Year for the 2016 season. He becomes the first pitcher in franchise history to win the award. Rodgers so far this season has a 2.91 ERA over 21 starts. He’s gone 12-4 over that span, with…… MORE
Silvestre Barvan
Silvestre Barvan of Caruthers. A judge has issued an arrest warrant for making deadly threats and assault with a deadly weapon. Around 11:00 pm on July 17, 2016, after a night of partying, Silvestre Barvan was dropped off at the property where he stays near Hughes and Magnolia in Caruthers. The driver of the vehicle…… MORE
Falling Food Prices Hurt Farmers
The U.S. is on pace to continue the longest stretch of falling food prices in over 50 years. While the lower prices are a boon to shoppers, it’s putting serious pressure on the farm economy. The Wall Street Journal says reasons behind the lower prices start with excess production in several ag sectors, including…… MORE
Calif. Concealed Weapon Permit Fees Could Increase
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Assembly has sent Gov. Jerry Brown a bill, which would allow police and sheriff departments to increase the fee for concealed carry permits. Currently, there’s a $100 cap. The measure’s author, Sacramento Democrat Kevin McCarty, says his bill does not change the requirements to obtain a CCW, and will give counties…… MORE
