FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno Police Chief Paco Balderrama is apologizing to his officers after allegations of an inappropriate off-duty relationship came to light last week. On Monday, Balderrama said he planned to ‘own’ his mistakes in an email sent to his department. “My actions did not meet the standards of who I am as…… MORE
Feeding U.S. Military Lab-Grown Meat
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association condemned a recently announced U.S. Department of Defense-sponsored research grant that will fund the development of lab-grown meat products by a biotechnology manufacturing company called BioMADE. NCBA says it’s outraged that the Department of Defense is spending millions of taxpayer dollars to feed America’s heroes like lab rats. “U.S. cattle…… MORE
Fresno Police Release ID of Woman Who Allegedly Carjacked Vehicle with Toddler Inside
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police release the identify of a woman who allegedly carjacked a vehicle with one-year-old child in the back seat, last Friday The suspect has been identified as 43-year-old Brandy Denise Cortez, Fresno Police say just after 11:00 am on Friday, Cortez stole the sedan at the Arco gas station on…… MORE
Family Members, Fresno County Sheriff’s Office Try To Generate New Leads in Cold Case
Fresno, CA (KMJ) – Detectives and family members of Angel Zuniga, shot to death at a party two years ago, are working to find his killer. On Tuesday, they will join Fresno County Sheriff John Zanoni and homicide detectives to speak about the cold case, and their efforts to generate new leads Angel Zuniga would…… MORE
Shaver Lake Drowning Victim Identified as Orosi High School Student
SHAVER LAKE, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – The 16-year-old drowning victim at Shaver Lake has been identified as Alejandro Araujo. Orosi High School confirmed that he was a junior at the school. Officials say counselors and other district staff members are available to help students navigate the tragedy. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office says the incident happened shortly…… MORE
Large Sinkhole Opens In Madera Near Reported Sewer Line Failure, Residents Asked to Limit Water Use
MADERA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – The City of Madera is once again residents to limit their water use after another sewer line break. A large sinkhole has also been reported near the break, in the area of W. Pecan and S. Granada. The California Highway Patrol says the rear trailer of a big rig fell into the…… MORE
Ag Retailers Report Their Outlook
The nation’s top ag retailers responded to a CropLife Survey on their 2024 outlook. The survey asked retailers about their overall outlook on the 2024 growing season based on market performance through spring fieldwork and planting time. On a scale of one to 10, with 10 being “better than expected,” the retailers seem pleased with…… MORE
New Details Emerge in Chief’s Alleged Cheating Scandal
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) As the investigation into Fresno Police Chief Paco Balderrama continues, new details are coming to light about his alleged infidelity. On Monday, Broeske & Musson spoke to Alex Tavlian, publisher of the SJVSun, about the latest developments. In a statement from the City of Fresno last week, they say the investigation is…… MORE
16-Year-Old Boy Drowns At Shaver Lake, Deputies Say
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Heartbreak at Shaver Lake. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office recovered the body of a 16-year-old boy at Camp Chawankee on Sunday after authorities say he didn’t resurface after going into the water. “About 12:40 pm, we had an incident where a young man jumped off of the pontoon to go…… MORE
Eagle Mountain Casino Issuing Full Refunds After George Lopez Ends Show Early
PORTERVILLE, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — George Lopez’s early departure from his sold-out show at a Porterville casino is creating a new opportunity for fans in attendance. Eagle Mountain Casino, as an apology, is offering all attendees a full refund and free tickets to any future 2024 show at the casino. The casino is also pushing back…… MORE
