A farmer from Nebraska says the North American Free Trade Agreement is a success story for U.S. agriculture, and warns of the risks involved in renegotiation. In a letter published by the New York Times, Alan Tiemann writes that NAFTA has tremendously benefited U.S. agriculture. Tiemann, a past U.S. Grains Council Chairman, recalled a delegation…… MORE
Gianforte Wins Election, Apologizes for Roughing Up Reporter
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Report: Kushner Under FBI Scrutiny
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Calif. Home Sales Lagging
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Decreasing inventory and lower affordability have led to a 4-month decline in home sales. The California Association of Realtors says they declined by nearly 6 percent in April compared to March. Sales were down by more than 11 percent, here in the Central Valley. Spring is usually a busy season for home…… MORE
Survey: More Companies Using Student Loan Assistance to Attract Young Talent
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Companies seeking to hire millennials are increasingly offering student loan assistance. According to a new Challenger, Gray & Christmas survey, more than 70 percent of employers say helping employees with educational debts, is playing a greater role in attracting younger talent. Student loans account for the second highest consumer burden in the…… MORE
Valley Children’s Military Personnel Support Recognized By DoD
MADERA (KMJ) — Valley Children’s Healthcare now has to its name the ESGR’s “Above and Beyond Award,” which celebrates its treatment of military personnel in its employment. It was handed to CEO Todd Suntrapak during a ceremony inside the group’s Madera County hospital Thursday morning. “It doesn’t mean you just meet the standards of the…… MORE
New Proposal Could Protect Farm Workers from Deportation
The American agriculture industry relies on foreign workers, especially at harvest time. The website Eater Dot Com reports a group of Democrats has introduced legislation that would give farm workers some protection from possible deportation. The bill is called the Agricultural Worker Program Act of 2017 (Senate Bill 1034). It would protect undocumented workers…… MORE
Manchester Terrorist Part of a “Larger Network”
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Video Shows Moment Bear Attacks Hunter
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New Incentives to Retire Gas-Powered Lawn Mowers
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The San Joaquin Valley Air District is offering incentives for zero-emission lawn mower purchases. They’re offering rebates of $250 in an effort to get local residents to abandon their gas-powered mowers. To qualify, you’ll have to take your old mower to an authorized dismantling company, and submit paperwork within 30 days of…… MORE
