GOP Bill to Boost CA Welfare Payments is Shelved

Posted on March 27, 2017

(KMJ)     A GOP-backed bill that would boost welfare payments for many Californians has been shelved. The legislation, authored by Assembly Republican Leader, Chad Mayes, would have increased welfare checks for recipients when they achieve educational goals – like getting a G.E.D., associates degree or job training certification. But democrats shot it down in committee,…… MORE

More Fallout Over Brazilian Meat

Posted on March 27, 2017

  The world’s biggest packer, JBS, suspended meat production at 33 of its 36 meatpacking plants in Brazil as countries continue to ban Brazilian beef due to the corruption scandal and ongoing investigation. Reuters is reporting that a Brazil police investigation is alleging that multiple meat processors bribed inspectors to turn a blind eye to…… MORE

Fresno Man Held After Shooting Rampage

Posted on March 26, 2017

(KMJ)  26 year old Kyle Holaday is facing murder and attempted murder charges after allegedly going on a shooting rampage Friday night at his home in Southeast Fresno. Fresno County Sheriff’s investigators say Holaday shot and killed his stepfather, wounded his mother and three others, including a 5 month old baby.  Detectives say he also shot…… MORE

Calif. Moves Ahead with Tougher Smog Requirements

Posted on March 24, 2017

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Air Resources Board is moving ahead with stricter smog requirements for new vehicles. The Trump Administration has been working to roll back several federal regulations implemented during the Obama Administration, which include mandating that passenger cars average 54 miles a gallon. However, California is still able to set tougher standards,…… MORE

Valley Children’s, Adventist Break Ground On $35M Wellness Center

Posted on March 24, 2017

[Photo: Valley Children’s] FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Two Valley Healthcare networks are expanding their partnership with a $35 million dollar project to improve access to care for families. Photo: Valley Children’s] More than 200 people attended as Valley Children’s Healthcare and Adventist Health held a groundbreaking on Friday, March 24th on a 46,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art wellness…… MORE