Yosemite National Park officials say a woman hiking above Upper Yosemite Fall survived a nearly 25-feet plunge over the weekend. The hiker, identified as 28-year old Anja Welten of The Netherlands, landed on a granite slab and broke her pelvis on Saturday. She was about 100 yards from the trail and just above where Yosemite…… MORE
Earthquake Strikes Near Kettleman City
The U.S. Geological Survey says a 3.2 magnitude earthquake struck just before 4:00 am about 10 miles South-Southwest of Kettleman City. The USGS also says the epicenter was located about 27 miles Southeast of Coalinga. So far, there are no reports of any damage or injures.… MORE
Possible Overdose Death Of Teen Investigated
The possible overdose death of a teenage girl is being investigated by Fresno Police. 15 year old Houa Hue attended a local rave, Saturday night. An anonymous source, emailed KMJ News alleging that police did not do enough to stop the death of the girl — who may have overdosed on ecstasy. Fresno Police Spokesperson…… MORE
Twin Tunnels?
Gov. Jerry Brown’s plans for massive water tunnels have yet to win approval, but a report shows California already is planning to take up to 300 farms to acquire land for the project. A 160-page report prepared by state contractors lays out plans to move rapidly to eminent domain to acquire land for two,…… MORE
Fresno Cooling Centers Open
FRESNO – The City of Fresno will open its cooling centers today, August 17, 2015. The National Weather Service in Hanford has forecasted that the high temperature in Fresno for today will be at or above 105 degrees. The centers will be open from noon to 8 p.m. Cooling centers will be open at…… MORE
Could Water Be Coming To The Valley By Train?
FRESNO (KMJ) — Plans to ship water on trains from the Midwest to the valley are being proposed. Companies, governments, and individuals have already been approached to participate in the operation of a water test train, using a fleet of more than 300 railcars dedicated to the project. “The beauty of a plan like this…… MORE
Lots to Do, Not Much Time for CA Legislature
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 California Legislature is back from its summer recess, and has several bills to take up, during the final month of business. Lawmakers…… MORE
Tulare Co. Expected to Receive Additional State Assistance Amid Drought
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 State Water Resources Control Board will consider granting $750,000 to the County of Tulare, to bolster a bottled water program. Many residents…… MORE
The science behind El Niño
What exactly is El Niño? CNN’s Jennifer Gray explains this weather phenomenon that happens between the Pacific Ocean and the atmosphere.… MORE
Pro Athlete strips sons of participation trophies
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison took away his two sons’ “participation trophies.” He says kids shouldn’t get awards just for showing up. CNN’s Kelly Wallace reports.… MORE
