FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Department of Motor Vehicles says it’s preparing to allow companies to test autonomous vehicles on public roads without a backup driver. Major automakers are racing to roll out various designs, which in addition to the lack of a person, would be without a steering wheel and pedals. Ford plans to…… MORE
Study: Italian Coffee May Help Men Reduce Their Cancer Risk
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — American men who drink at least three cups of coffee a day prepared in the Italian fashion, may be able to cut their risk of prostate cancer. Government researchers say coffee made with high pressure, extremely hot water, and no filter, can help cut their risk in half. It appears that the…… MORE
Murder Charges Filed Against Muhammad in Downtown Fresno Shootings
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno County District Attorney has filed murder, attempted murder and other charges against Kori Muhammad, who allegedly went on a shooting spree in Downtown Fresno on April 18th. Here’s the additional charges Muhammad faces, filed on Wednesday. 1.) Murder of Zackary Randalls 2.) Murder of Mark Gassett 3.) Murder of…… MORE
Maria Guadalupe Montoya
The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office most wanted person of the week is: Maria Guadalupe Montoya of Biola. A judge has issued an arrest warrant for a felony charge of stealing from the elderly. As part of an investigation launched last year, it was discovered that Maria Montoya had taken money from a 84 year old…… MORE
Bravery And Life-Saving Acts Recognized By Fresno Fire
FRESNO (KMJ) — Some of Fresno Fire Department’s most exemplary acts are now being publicly celebrated after an awards and promotional ceremony inside Fresno City Hall. The Medal of Bravery is one of the most prestigious, given to those who “disregard personal safety in an effort to save a life or property”. The Wednesday morning…… MORE
Fresno’s DA May File 3 More Charges Against Alleged Racist Rampage Shooter Kori Muhammad
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp will decide today whether to file three more murder charges against Kori Ali Muhammad. Steve Wright, the Assistant District Attorney says the case against the alleged shooter in last week’s rampage in Downtown Fresno is under review now. 34 year-old Zackary Randalls, 37 year-old Mark Gassett,…… MORE
Fresno’s University High-Ranked 7th Best in California: U.S. News and World Report
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno’s University High School is ranked the 7th Best High School in California by the latest U.S. News and World Report rankings. More than 22-thousand public high schools in 50 states were awarded gold, silver or bronze medals based on their performance on state assessments and how well they prepare…… MORE
Perdue Off to Work as USDA Secretary
Newly minted Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue ditched his coat and tie, and rolled up his sleeves, getting to work at the Department of Agriculture during an address to USDA employees. Following Senate confirmation Monday, the former Georgia Governor was sworn in Tuesday morning by Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas, also from Georgia. Perdue…… MORE
Man Arrested For Orange Cove Murders
ORANGE COVE, CA (KMJ) – A 25-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly committing two murders in Orange Cove. Fresno County Sheriff’s detectives arrested Jairo Mancilla for allegedly shooting and killing 27-year-old Alex Esquivel and 24-year-old Javier Lizaola back on March 10th. Detectives say they found the men after two juveniles said they heard gunshots, and…… MORE
New Legal Challenge to CA’s Gun Laws
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Rifle and Pistol Association has filed a lawsuit against the state, challenging the law the bans the sale of semi-automatic rifles equipped with so-called bullet buttons. The state affiliate of the National Rifle Association believes it criminalizes the common possession of firearms by law-abiding citizens. It’s the first of 5…… MORE
