FRESNO (KMJ) – Suicide is now the second-leading cause of death for American teens…according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. The report’s author, Dr. Benjamin Shain says there are two major changes since the last report came out in 2007; the internet, and cyber-bullying. Bullying is a significant risk factor added to the 2016 report.…… MORE
Is it Always Illegal to Use a Smartphone Behind the Wheel?
Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More… Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Talking on your phone without a hands-free device or texting behind the wheel is certainly illegal in California, but what about…… MORE
CA Lawmakers Propose Sweeping Reforms for Public Utilities Commission
Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More… Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Lawmakers have introduced sweeping reforms for the California Public Utilities Commission. Democratic Assemblyman Mike Gatto, chair of the Utilities and Commerce…… MORE
The Tenth Central Valley Honor Flight Leaves Fresno
FRESNO (KMJ) — The tenth Central Valley Honor Flight, has taken off with more than 60 veterans on board for their trip to Washington D.C. to tour the memorials dedicated to their service. More than 60 veterans from eleven different counties are on board, representing Army, Navy, Marines, Merchant Marines, Army Air Corps, and Air…… MORE
Brexit Impact on Agriculture and Markets is Immediate
Britain’s exit from the European Union is projected to take years, but the impact on U.S. agriculture is immediate. Britain voted to leave the EU on Thursday, and many British farmers seemed to prefer the exit because they were upset over EU regulations. However, those same farmers will lose massive amounts of farm subsidies,…… MORE
Missing Visalia Teen Has Been Located
VISALIA (KMJ) — The search for a missing sixteen year old from Visalia is now overt, after Wesley Anderson was found safe. He had been absent since the evening of Tuesday June 21st. Officers say he was seen wearing Nike glasses, a hard rock cafe t-shirt, shorts and black work boots. Concern was raised after it emerged that…… MORE
CrimeStoppers Tip Leads To Arrest Of Most Wanted Suspect
FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno police are crediting a CrimeStoppers tip for bringing in Most Wanted suspect Adell Vaughn III. The 19 year-old was wanted for shooting at residents of an apartment complex on January 26, 2016, and shooting at the Fresno Police officers attempting to arrest him on January 27, 2016. On Friday morning, June…… MORE
Central Valley Crews Helping To Keep Erskine Fire Under Control
FRESNO (KMJ) — Crews from Tulare County, Kern County, Kings County, and Fresno Fire, are all on scene ensuring that the Erskine Fire remains under control. Neighborhoods have been reduced to smoldering remains after the flames raced through the area close to Lake Isabella, which is less than 50 miles from the City of Bakersfield.…… MORE
Safety for All Initiative Will be on November Ballot
Aaron Abeytia Aaron Abeytia anchors afternoon newscasts on News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ. Read More… Listen to the report as aired on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — An initiative calling for banning magazines that hold more than 10 rounds and requiring background checks for ammo purchases, will be on…… MORE
Agriculture: A Deadly Occupation
New numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show agriculture as one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. A list compiled by Forbes shows the top 15 most dangerous jobs in the United States. Agriculture directly made the list in three separate categories. Classified under, Miscellaneous Agricultural Workers, farm laborers and equipment operators…… MORE
