FRESNO (KMJ) — The Chief of Fresno Police says there’s an “incredible” level of support for law enforcement within the new White House administration. Chief Jerry Dyer took part in the meeting of Major County Sheriffs and Major Cities Chiefs in Washington D.C., which also included an address from President Donald Trump. “What I gathered…… MORE
Calif. Drought Rules Remain, Despite Wet Weather
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Water regulators in California on Wednesday extended what are now largely symbolic conservation measures lingering from the drought after the state has seen one of the wettest winters in years. Regulators decided to retain the measures at least until spring as a precaution against the possible return of dry weather —…… MORE
Farm Income Expected to Fall Again
The Department of Agriculture expects net farm income in 2017 to drop 8.7% compared with 2016. For 2017, the USDA Economic Research Service predicts net farm income will fall to $62.3 billion, down 49.6% from the 2013 record high of more than $120 billion. Following several years of record highs, net farm income trended…… MORE
Valley Fire Fighters raise $58,000 For Burn Survivors Camp
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – During National Burn Awareness Week, February 5-11th, a fire truck relay in the Central Valley is bringing attention to burn survivors. Seven fire departments participated in the 3rd Annual Central Valley Relay that began in Madera on Wednesday. Fire fighters then visited Fresno, CHP, Cal Fire/Fresno County, Clovis, Sanger,…… MORE
Sheriff Mims Meets with President Donald Trump
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims is in Washington, D.C., meeting with President Donald Trump, FBI Director James Comey, Homeland Security Secretary John Kelley, and a host of other federal leaders. It comes amid concerns about deportation, and political contention over “sanctuary cities.” Mims tells KMJ News, “Frontline law enforcement has their hands…… MORE
Bill Would Require Caps be Hitched to Plastic Bottles
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Citing environmental concerns over potentially harmful plastic bottles, Democratic California Assemblyman Mark Stone has introduced a new bill, which would alter their design. If approved, it would ban the sale of plastic bottles, unless the cap is tied to the container. Stone says bottle caps are among the most common litter found…… MORE
“Gaping Hole” Appears In Oroville Dam Slipway
OROVILLE (KMJ) — The flow of water down the Oroville Dam slipway has been suspended after what was described as a “gaping hole” appeared in it. The California Department of Water Resources made that call to investigate what happened – after a maintenance worker saw water spraying up in the air Tuesday. “The most important…… MORE
Agriculture Groups Stress Importance of Trade
More than 80 agriculture groups signed off on a letter to President Donald Trump, calling on the administration to reduce and eliminate tariffs and other restrictive agricultural policies in the Asia-Pacific region. By doing so, the agriculture groups say the move would allow American workers to supply Asian markets with high-quality food and agricultural goods.…… MORE
How Would A Trade War With Mexico Affect CA?
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — If President Donald Trump succeeds in building a wall along the boarder with Mexico, and initiates a trade war, the Golden State wouldn’t be hit as badly as some others. According to a new WalletHub analysis, California would take the 11th hardest hit. The report takes into account imports, exports, and the…… MORE
Calif. Health Exchange Sees Surge in Enrollment
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Covered California says more than 412,000 new customers signed up for health insurance, during the latest enrollment period. Almost 50,000 applied in the final two days. 37 percent of enrollees are in the coveted 18-34 demographic. The exchange hopes the improved mix of young and older consumers will help regulate premiums. A…… MORE
