FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Department of Public Health confirmed the first case of West Nile virus in Fresno County for 2018 Friday. Officials say there have been 9 symptomatic cases throughout the State of California, with no fatalities. Residents are being urged to use repellent and other methods of reducing contact with mosquitoes.… MORE
CoBank Reports that Trade War Takes a Toll on Ag Economy
Despite the strongest global economic growth the world has seen since 2011, the uncertainty surrounding trade disputes is causing escalating concern for U.S. agriculture. CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange Division says seventy percent of U.S. ag exports are heading to countries that are currently in negotiations or outright trade disputes. CoBank’s Rural Economic Review says the…… MORE
BREAKING: Arrest Made in Murder of Nick Kauls
(KMJ) Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims on Friday announced the arrest of a suspect in the shooting death of San Joaquin Memorial High School student Nick Kauls. Kauls, 17, was shot twice in the head in an attempted robbery on June 24th in the Old Fig Garden Neighborhood. He died a few days later. Joseph…… MORE
Federal Judge Issues Split Decision on California Immigration Law
(CNN) – A federal judge in California largely rejected an effort by the Trump administration to block a spate of immigration laws in the state in a ruling issued Thursday, dealing a setback to the Justice Department in its offensive against “sanctuary city” policies. In an opinion, Judge John Mendez, a George W. Bush appointee,…… MORE
Busy July 4th For Fresno Fire – But Calls Down Compared To Last Year
FRESNO (KMJ) — Figures from Fresno Fire show fewer calls for service on July 4th 2018 compared to the same day in 2017, but the overall number remained above average. “We are fortunate to be able to say we had a decrease in the number of calls that we responded to over last year, however…… MORE
EPA Chief Scott Pruitt Resigns Amid Scandals
Developing: President Trump, via Twitter Thursday, announced the resignation of embattled EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt: Donald J. Trump@realDonaldTrump “I have accepted the resignation of Scott Pruitt as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Within the Agency Scott has done an outstanding job, and I will always be thankful to him for this. The Senate…… MORE
Is Patriotism Fading in America?
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Mexico’s New President Wants NAFTA Deal
Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador is the new president of Mexico, winning the election in what an Associated Press article called a “crushing victory.” The morning after he won the new job, he thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for his congratulatory message and said he’ll reach out to the U.S. leader to “reach an understanding.”…… MORE
New Images Of Man Who Allegedly Kidnapped A Fresno Woman And Baby
FRESNO (KMJ) — Investigators have released new images of a man alleged to have kidnapped, robbed, and assaulted a woman in Fresno. The incident took place on Friday June 22nd, but Fresno PD is yet to put a name to the suspect. “In order to get him identified we’re asking for the public’s help,” explained…… MORE
Plane Ticket Prices Are About to Spike
(CNNMoney) – Flying to the beach may be more expensive this summer. Rising fuel prices are pressuring airline profits. That means airlines will charge higher airfare. It’s difficult to predict how much more expensive seats will become or the timing of fare increases, but the message is the unanimous from the major carriers. “Consumers will…… MORE
