For the second month, farmer sentiment improved as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer climbed five points. November’s 12-point rise in the Current Conditions Index to a reading of 113 was primarily responsible for this month’s sentiment improvement as the Index of Future Expectations only improved by two points. The Future Expectations Index was…… MORE
Man Stabbed to Death in Southwest Fresno is Identified
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man who was stabbed to death in southwest Fresno over the weekend has been identified as 38-year-old Andre Fane. The stabbing happened on Saturday, December 2 near Geneva Avenue and Reverend Chester Riggins Avenue. When police arrived, they found Fane with a stab wound. He was taken to Community Regional…… MORE
18-Year-Old Wanted For Deadly Shooting of 51-Year-Old Man in Central Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno Police Department has identified 18-year-old Philip Bautista as the suspect in a deadly shooting in central Fresno. The shooting happened on November 27 in the area of Clinton and Drexel avenues. When police arrived, they found 51-year-old Luis Valencia suffering from a gunshot wound. Valencia was taken to the…… MORE
Fresno Unified Offering Free Meals for Students Over Winter Break
(KMJ) – Fresno Unified will offer free meals for students over the winter break. New chefs are working with the district to create from scratch, nutritious food items. Fresno Unified will offer free meals from 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at 19 schools hosting winter session. The meals are for ages 1-18 and must be eaten on…… MORE
USDA Trade Mission Planned to Korea
USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor will lead an agribusiness trade mission to Seoul, South Korea, March 25-26, 2024. Taylor says the agency is inviting U.S. exporters who wish to participate in this trade mission to submit their applications. “North Asian markets are a source of stability for America’s exports and…… MORE
LA to Vegas High Speed Rail gets Green Light
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) High speed rail linking Las Vegas and Los Angeles has received a $3 billion investment from the Biden administration. Brightline, a private passenger rail company will operate the line. President Biden is reportedly expected to make the official announcement in Las Vegas on Friday. The Brightline West project is planned to run…… MORE
What Will McCarthy Do?
The deadline to file for reelection is Friday for former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-Bakersfield). So far, the Bakersfield republican has been tight-lipped about running for an 11th term. This has led to a lot of speculation about a possible retirement after he was recently voted out of his speakership role. While House…… MORE
Assemblyman Calls For PUC Public Hearing in Fresno Over PGE Rate Hike
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – PG&E recently approved a rate increase that will cost average customers nearly $400 more, prompting a Valley Assemblyman to fight back. January 1st, the average PGE household bill will see a 13% increase to about $32.50 a month or nearly $400 extra per year. With rates based on income, even households…… MORE
Dinuba School Principal Arrested in Deadly DUI Crash
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A Dinuba principal has bonded out of jail after being arrested for his role in a suspected DUI crash near Reedley. The CHP says they arrested 43-year-old Dinuba resident Blake Benham Sunday night following a crash on Road 56 near Avenue 430. He is listed on the Kennedy Elementary website…… MORE
USDA Forecasts Lower Ag Exports
America’s agricultural exports in fiscal year 2024 are projected at $169.5 billion, down $2.5 billion from the August forecast. The drop is primarily from reductions in grain and feed as well as livestock, poultry, and dairy exports. Wheat exports are forecast down $800 million to $6 billion on lower unit values and ongoing competition from…… MORE
