FRESNO (KMJ) — The Central Valley is in for a stormy weekend. Not only is wind set to batter our part of the world, but rain is expected alongside that too. “We’re going to see a lot of precipitation, a lot of rain in the valley,” explains the National Weather Service’s Christine Riley. “For the…… MORE
House Ag Committee Passes Two Pesticide Measures
The House Ag Committee passed two measures this week that deal with pesticide regulations. H.R. Bill 953, called the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act, would clarify Congressional intent regarding pesticide applications around the waters of the U.S. A 2009 Court of Appeals decision mistakenly applied provisions of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permitting process…… MORE
Calif. Bills Aim to Bolster Election Security
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A series of measures proposed in the California Assembly aim to make elections in the Golden State more secure. Republican Matthew Harper, vice-chair of the Elections Committee, says his bills would combat foreign influence, by limiting nationals from donating directly to campaigns. They also call for requiring that school bond ballot descriptions…… MORE
Missouri AG Appeals to SCOTUS Over Calif. Egg Restrictions
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley is making an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, over the California law that bans the sale of eggs, from chickens that are not raises in compliance with space mandates. In 2008, voters approved a ballot initiative which requires that egg-laying hens spend most of their day…… MORE
Manchester Gate Students Donate Plush Bears For Kids
FRESNO CA (KMJ) – Around 16 students from Manchester Gate visited the Central Policing District Station on Thursday, bringing with them a gift. “Oh my gosh, yes – they brought bags and bags of stuffed animals.” – Fresno Police Captain Phil Cooley. The 5th and 6th graders handed Captain Phil Cooley and other officers the…… MORE
Sales Tax Increase On The Ballot In Madera County
MADERA (KMJ) — A proposal to raise sales tax in Madera County, and increase available funds for public safety, is about to go to the people. But not everyone is behind it. ‘Measure L’ will be on the ballot next month and, if approved, would increase sales tax by 1%. The majority of the extra…… MORE
Immigration Crackdown Making Farm Industry Nervous
The American Farm Bureau Federation says recent government raids targeting undocumented immigrants in the U.S. are causing distress through the agriculture labor sector. Agriculture is heavily dependent on foreign workers and recent arrests made in at least six states over the past week has left undocumented workers afraid to travel and farmers pondering whether they can…… MORE
Group Demands Resignation of Rep. Nunes Over Flynn Flap
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A rally was held Wednesday in Clovis, outside of Congressman Devin Nunes’ office calling for his ouster. The California-based “Courage Campaign” is demanding the immediate resignation of the Tulare County republican over the controversial activities of President Trump’s former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn. Representative Nunes chairs the House Committee on…… MORE
Farm Bill Listening Session Thursday At The World Ag Expo
On Thursday, the World Ag Expo at the International Agri-Center in Tulare is hosting the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Farm Bill listening session. Comments from farmers, ranchers and others will be given to the state’s congressional delegation to help shape the next Farm Bill in Congress. The listening session begins at…… MORE
WalletHub: Valley Motorists Driving Up Auto Loan Debt
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — For the seventh-straight year, auto sales hit a new record in 2016. According to a new WalletHub report, motorists are also driving up debt. The latest Federal Reserve data shows auto loan balances rose by $32 billion at the end of last year, to more than $1.1 trillion. The Central Valley is…… MORE
