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
Fresno Scores “A” Credit Rating
FRESNO (KMJ) – The City of Fresno’s credit rating has moved up two notches. Mayor Ashley Swearengin made the announcement Thursday, June 23rd at City Council, received a round of cheers and applause. “Our overall city credit rating is going from a Triple B+ to an ‘A.’” – Mayor Ashley Swearengin. Mayor Ashley Swearengin says…… MORE
Water And Symbolism Now Flowing Through Fresno City Hall’s Fountain
FRESNO (KMJ) — The City of Fresno’s water fountain is once again in operation, after lying dormant for seven years. It was last seen working in 2009, but budget cuts and expensive repairs forced it to be switched off. However the money to bring it back was found, and the fix was made to bring it…… MORE
Report: Local Economy on Track for Further Expansion
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) — The San Joaquin Valley Business Conditions Index was above the growth-neutral threshold for the thirtieth consecutive month. Fresno State’s Craig School of…… MORE
