FRESNO (KMJ) — A nationwide review of hospitals reveals some interesting results about medical care in the Central Valley. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade gave an “A” rating to Doctors Medical Center of Modesto, Kaweah Delta Medical Center in Visalia, and Memorial Hospital in Los Banos. The majority received a “B” rating, including Clovis Community…… MORE
White House Plans to Tackle Tough Issues in NAFTA Talks
The Donald Trump administration is considering front-loading the upcoming renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement by negotiating the political issues first, ahead of more technical talks. A former official at the U.S. Trade Representative’s office told Politico this week the idea would be to “have a lot of those high-level discussions with…… MORE
Spicer apologizes for Hitler comparison: ‘It was a mistake to do that’
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Bureau of Reclamation Boosts Water Allocations to 100%
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is now planning to deliver 100 percent of the water requested, by growers south of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Just a few weeks ago, those in the Central Valley Project were told to expect deliveries of only 65 percent. However, following exceptional snow results from the Calif.…… MORE
FPPC Proposes Fines Against Calif. Pot Legalization Opponents
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Fair Political Practices Commission has proposed fines of almost $10,000, against two committees who sought to defeat the legalization of recreational marijuana in California. The Public and Mental Health Advocates Against 64 committee is being hit with a $3,500 penalty, for being slow to alter its ad disclosures, to identify a…… MORE
Calls Grow for Spicer to Step Down After Hitler Comment
(CNN) – White House press secretary Sean Spicer, in an effort to shame Russia’s alliance with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his use of chemical weapons, said Tuesday Adolf Hitler “didn’t even sink to using chemical weapons” during World War II. While Hitler did not use chemical weapons on the battlefield, Hitler and the Nazis…… MORE
More Arson Charges For Former Edison/Oregon Football Star
UPDATE: Harris was arraigned on two arson charges on Wednesday, April 13th, and pleaded not guilty to both. His bail was set at $220,000. Harris’ pre preliminary hearing is set for Tuesday, April 18th. FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Fire officials say former Edison High/Oregon football star Cliff Harris is being charged with two new…… MORE
Poetry Prizes On Offer For Fresno County’s Creative Minds
FRESNO (KMJ) — The creative talents of Fresno County are being invited to help mark National Poetry Month – by entering their own creative works. The 18th Annual Poetry Contest kicked off April 1st, and will run until April 30th. “You could actually win a prize”, reveals Teen Programming Librarian Misha Hacke “We’re giving away…… MORE
“Rosie” Gave Birth to 4 Puppies Before Being Stabbed – Fresno PD Searching For Attacker
[Photo: Veterinary Emergency Services] FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno Police continue to search for a homeless woman accused of stabbing three dogs near Chandler Airport on Sunday, April 9th. Two of the dogs were only slightly wounded — but the third, a Queensland named Rosie was rushed to Veterinary Emergency Services for immediate surgery. Neighbors…… MORE
Valley Search For Teachers Continues Amid State Shortage
CLOVIS (KMJ) — School districts across the Central Valley are continuing to look for individuals to shape the next generation – ahead of the new school year. Figures from the California Teachers Association suggest that the state will need an additional 100,000 educators over the next decade (click here for more). “Clovis Unified is looking…… MORE
