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) — Gas prices have begun to rise from their recent lows. Some parts of California have seen increases of about 8 cents,…… MORE
Gov. Christie Endorses Trump
(CNN) New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie offered a surprise endorsement to Donald Trump on Friday, saying there is no one better prepared to lead the country in the Republican 2016 race. “I am proud to be here to endorse Donald Trump for president of the United States,” the New Jersey Republican told reporters at a press…… MORE
USDA Again Drops Exports Forecast
USDA Again Drops Exports Forecast USDA analysts have once again lowered their expectations for U.S. agricultural exports this fiscal year. In August, USDA forecasted exports to reach roughly $138 billion. That forecast was revised in December to $131 billion. USDA now predicts exports will total $125 billion, down more than 10 percent from last year.…… MORE
Sanger Police Department Not Guilty Of Excessive Force
The Sanger Police Department is found not guilty of excessive force or negligence in the Federal civil rights trial in U.S. District Court in Fresno. The video was compelling, taken by an eyewitness and shown to the jury. Charles Salinas – a suicidal, US Marine Corp veteran, had told police he was armed, and was…… MORE
Fresno Council Approves $14M South Stadium Project
(KMJ) The city council has signed-off on another ambitious development in downtown Fresno. The so-called “South Stadium Project” got the unanimous approval of the council Thursday. The plan is to revitalize Inyo Street – south of the Fulton Mall. Dozens of new store fronts will be built. Those will be topped with many more…… MORE
Fresno Unified Paying For “Attorneys, But Not On The Classroom Needs”
FRESNO (KMJ) — The Fresno Teacher’s Association is accusing Fresno Unified School District of having the wrong priorities when it comes to teaching children. The FTA have three requests, which they think are the top priorities for the School District’s available funds: 1) Cap classroom sizes, so students get more individual attention 2) Hire more…… MORE
Calif. Misses Water Conservation Target
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) — For the first time since June of 2015, California has failed to meet the 25 percent reduction in water use ordered…… MORE
GMO labeling Bill on Hold
Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts postponed the planned markup of his GMO labeling bill until next week. The Kansas Senator said in a press advisory the markup was postponed “due to changes on the Senate floor,” adding the new time will be announced later. Roberts distributed a letter of support for his bill Wednesday,…… MORE
Information Sought in Death of Gilory Man
(KMJ) – Detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office are asking for the public’s help in establishing the whereabouts of Vidal Zepeda prior to his death. The Coroner’s Office has conducted an autopsy on the 39 year old Gilroy man, but a cause and manner of his death are still pending. At 9:00 am on Monday,…… MORE
Viva Los Amigos With the Fresno Grizzlies
(KMJ) – Where ever a baseball fan base cries out for more. And where ever there is a unique promotion, you will find the Fresno Grizzlies. The Triple-A champs have announced a special tribute night to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the hit comedy flim, “The Three Amigos!” In honor of stars Steve Martin, Chevy Chase…… MORE
