Bakersfield, CA (KMJ) Dashawn Hunter was found guilty of second degree murder Wednesday in Kern County Superior Court. Prosecutors say in February of 2021 Hunter shot and killed Reginald McCoy Jr. in front of his home. McCoy had been shot 7 times and died at the scene. Prior to the murder, Hunter had become aware…… MORE
El Niño’s impact on U.S. Farmers
The 2024 growing season is expected to bring a unique combination of El Niño this spring through early summer before switching to La Niña in late summer through early fall. Farmers Business Network says the opposing climate patterns have the potential to trigger significant weather events that could have problematic impacts on crop production. 2023…… MORE
Fresno State Announces Schedule for Spring 2024 Graduations
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The countdown is on to graduation at Fresno State. The schedule has been announced for Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies. Graduation for Fresno State’s eight colleges and schools will take place May 17 through the 19th at the Save Mart Center. On May 17th, Business, Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Ag Sciences and…… MORE
Sex Offender Wanted for Madera Kidnapping, Rape Nabbed in Elk Grove
MADERA, Calif. (KFSN/KMJ) — A registered sex offender is in custody accused of carjacking, kidnapping and raping a woman in Madera. Police say 54-year-old Otis McKinzy was arrested Wednesday night by Elk Grove Police. The carjacking happened near Yosemite and L Street at about 1 pm Wednesday. The victim was a woman in her 50’s…… MORE
California Prop 1 passes, $6B to tackle homelessness
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California voters have passed a measure that will impose strict requirements on counties to spend on housing and drug treatment programs to tackle the state’s homelessness crisis. Proposition 1 marks the first update to the state’s mental health system in 20 years and a win for Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who…… MORE
Close Race for 2nd Spot in Congressional District 20 Runoff
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — We’re getting a look at the initial results of Tuesday’s special election primary to fill Kevin McCarthy’s open seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. That term runs until January 2025. The election results closely mirror those of the March 5th primary. With Assemblyman Vince Fong taking a clear lead…… MORE
Councilors Blast ‘Outrageous’ Exec. Pay at Valley Children’s Hospital
Fresno City Councilmembers Garry Bredefeld and Miguel Arias held a news conference Wednesday demanding an investigation and audit of Valley Children’s Hospital following revelations of the lofty CEO salary of Todd Suntrapak and other executives. Listen here: Assemblyman Jim Patterson (R-Fresno) responded to calls for him to conduct an audit with the following: “Despite calls…… MORE
Sanger Student Wins Fresno County Scripps Spell Off, Makes It To National Competition
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno County Superintendent of Schools Spell Off took place Tuesday morning. Three competitions took place at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District on Tuesday, but only four finalists made it to the qualifying round. “Those four competitors, they will compete for the Scripps National Bee,” said Amy Alvarado with the…… MORE
2 Stabbed During Argument In Central Fresno, Police Say
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Police are investigating a stabbing in central Fresno. It happened after 11 pm Tuesday on Glenn and Voorman, just north of Divisadero. Police say it stemmed from an argument between several neighbors in the area. Two people suffered minor injuries from a knife. Everyone involved was detained by police. It is…… MORE
New Rules And Regulations Now In Effect For Visalia Massage Businesses
VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — There’s a new urgent effort to crack down on massage businesses in Visalia. There are several dozen massage businesses in Visalia, and city leaders say the rate of growth has been alarming. During a city council meeting earlier this month, council members unanimously agreed to enforce a 45-day emergency ordinance. Councilmember…… MORE
