FRESNO (KMJ) — The Acting Superintendent of Fresno Unified School District says he’s doing everything he can to bring stability, after the turbulence experienced since the start of the year. It was on January 31st when the previous superintendent, Michael Hanson, was fire. He had held that position since 2005. “It has been my honor…… MORE
Fresno County Blossom Trail Soon To Start Blooming
FRESNO (KMJ) — Organizers of the 29th Fresno County Blossom Trail say it’s all about celebrating the tradition of agriculture in the Central Valley. Although the rain in the forecast has potentially delayed the blossom blooming across the area, the trail is still officially open for business after the ceremony to mark the start of…… MORE
Ag Producer Confidence Continues to Rise
According to the newest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, the rise in producer confidence that began after the elections last November has continued into the month of January. The monthly survey index was at 153 in January, a 21-point jump over the previous month and 61 points above October. The January index of 153…… MORE
New Data Outlines Hotspots for Unlawful Immigration
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — New York, Los Angeles, and Houston, according to a new analysis of government data by the Pew Research Center, those are the top metro areas in the nation for unlawful immigration. It shows that most of the 11.1 million undocumented residents reside in only 20 major regions. However, no part of the…… MORE
Tips for Companies Seeking to Attract Millennial Employees
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — In an increasingly tighter labor market, millennails are accounting for larger shares of the potential employees. However, according to a new Challenger, Gray, and Christmas report, using traditional recruitment techniques, can make it difficult to attract new and younger workers. Experts say in addition to compensation and health benefits, many millennials are…… MORE
9th Circuit Court of Appeals Upholds Suspension of Trump’s Travel Ban
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court refused Thursday to reinstate President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers from seven predominantly Muslim nations, dealing another legal setback to the new administration’s immigration policy. In a unanimous decision, the panel of three judges from the San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals declined to block…… MORE
Over a Dozen Cats-Dumped at Cat House on Kings Shelter
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A dozen cats were dumped in plastic tubs at a Parlier shelter. Staff members at the Cat House on the Kings Cat Sanctuary came to work before dawn to discover 14 plastic tubs with 13 cats inside dumped at outside the doors. Spokesperson Beth Caffrey says one of the bins included…… MORE
Fresno Unified Plans To Open Six School-Based Health Centers
FRESNO (KMJ) — Plans to construct six school-based health centers within Fresno Unified School District, have been announced by its acting superintendent. It’s based on an initiative already in place at Gaston Middle School. “We provide health services as a normal course of action for any school,” says Acting Superintendent Bob Nelson. “Students need healthcare,…… MORE
Kingsburg a Finalist to Win $500K
(KMJ) – Kingsburg is a finalist in a contest to receive $500,000 to go towards revitalization efforts. The city is competing against four other cities in the for the half million dollar prize, as well as being featured in Season Two of the national show, “Small Business Revolution.” Kingsburg was one of 14,000 nominations in…… MORE
Valley Blood Supply Critical Due To Local Flooding & East Coast Weather Delays
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – An urgent plea by the Central California Blood Center… “We need donors today, we need them tomorrow, and we need the over the next few days.” – Leslie Botos, Director of Community Relations & Development, Central California Blood Center. Leslie Botos from the Central California Blood Center says their supply has…… MORE
