FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — An effort to implement a single-payer healthcare system in the Golden State was placed on hold Friday. In a statement Democratic Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon called the proposal by members of his party “woefully incomplete.” He added that the measure fails to address serious concerns, such as costs and delivery, in…… MORE
Fresno’s Animal Overpopulation Problem Has A Solution
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno’s animal overpopulation problem has a solution. Around 80 percent of animals that go into area shelters don’t make it out…. “Fresno and the Central Valley is one of the highest kill rates in California.” – Stacey Houk, Executive Director at H.O.P.E. Animal Foundation. The solution – spay and neuter. That’s according…… MORE
Calif. Bans State-Funded Travel to Discriminating States, Bulldogs vs Bama Still On.
(CNN, KMJ) – California has issued a ban on state-funded and state-sponsored travel to four more states that it says have laws discriminating against LGBTQ people. The travel ban was first put into effect January 1 when state measure AB 1887 became law. The law says California is “a leader in protecting civil rights and…… MORE
Fresno Sheriff Asks Help To Find Missing Kerman Teenager
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate a missing Kerman teenager 16 year-old Miguel Echevarria was last seen on Monday, June 19th. He is described as 5’4′ and about 120 pounds He was wearing a red hat, white t-shirt, red shorts and white shoes. The teen has…… MORE
Chocolate May Lower Your Risk of Irregular Heartbeat
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Eating moderate amounts of chocolate has been linked to a noticeably lower risk of developing an irregular heartbeat. Researchers in Denmark say consumption of cocoa promotes healthy blood vessel function. Dark chocolate, which has a higher cocoa content, appears to be the most beneficial. Still, consuming chocolate products in excess is discouraged,…… MORE
Study: New Mothers Criticized Most by Those Closest to Them
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Spend some time on social media or even at the local playground and you’ll likely find a “mommy shamer.” According to a new University of Michigan study however, they’re not the worst among new mothers. Two-thirds of women in study say friends and family are their harshest critics. They report being shamed…… MORE
Baby Girl Dead – Mother’s Boyfriend Arrested
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A 6-month-old girl, allegedly abused by her mother’s boyfriend, has died. Fresno Police say 20-year-old Osvaldo Tejada, who is not the infant’s biological father, was arrested on six counts of child abuse. More charges are now pending, because of the infant’s death. Fresno Police say the child was brought to…… MORE
Fresno Welcomes 2017 Miss California & Miss California Outstanding Teen Pageant Contestants
[Photo: CMAC] FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno City Council members welcomed the 2017 Miss California Contestants to Fresno at City Hall Friday morning. 46 beauty contestants from across the state are in the Valley for this year’s Miss California and Miss California’s Outstanding Teen Pageant. The Valley area has some competitors -link here to see the contestants:…… MORE
Fresno City Council Votes 4-3 To Ban Pot Dispensaries
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno City Council votes to impose restrictions on pot cultivation and bans marijuana dispensaries across the city. For several hours on Thursday, Fresno residents spoke before the city council about the issue of pot dispensaries – many on both sides of the issues. At the start of the discussion, Council…… MORE
USDA Halts Brazilian Beef Imports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it is halting imports of fresh Brazilian beef. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue in a statement says “Ensuring the safety of our nation’s food supply is one of our critical missions, and it’s one we undertake with great seriousness,” in making the announcement. The suspension of shipments will remain in…… MORE
