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Federal Reserve Makes Expected Interest Rate Increase
The U.S. Federal Reserve has again elected to move forward with interest rate increases following a meeting Wednesday. Widely expected, the decision raises the Fed’s benchmark rate to a range between 0.75 percent and one percent. The Fed attributed the change to a continued “moderate pace” of the U.S. economy. For agriculture, a Department of…… MORE
Fresno State Students Protest ICE Presence At Career Expo
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A career expo at Fresno State sparks a protest on campus Wednesday, outside the Save Mart Center. Immigration and customs enforcement agents showing up for a Fresno state career fair on March 15th had students concerned about the welfare of undocumented immigrants who are part of the campus body. President Joseph…… MORE
Walmart Cancels Plans For Merced Distribution Center
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) -Walmart ends plans for 1.2 million square foot distribution center in Merced, saying the nature of retail has changed the project was announced 12 years ago. Walmart has announced a change in its business plans and will not be building a warehouse and distribution center in Merced, company officials told the City. The…… MORE
Injured Correctional Officer Doing “Amazing Job” With Recovery
FRESNO (KMJ) — Family members of Fresno County Correctional Officer Toamalama Scanlan, injured after last year’s jail lobby shooting, say they’re excited he’s out of intensive care. Scanlan was severely hurt after the incident in September 2016, which also saw fellow Correctional Officer Juanita Davila injured as well. She has since been released from care,…… MORE
CSU Tuition Likely to Increase
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — California State University trustees are expected to approve a 5 percent tuition increase, when they meet next week. For undergraduates, the cost would rise to $5,742; the price for credential programs would go up to $6,660. CSU officials estimate the increases should generate an additional $77 million in revenue, which they say…… MORE
Is There a Link Between Wealth and Honesty?
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — If you accidentally received a card containing $20, would you return it? According to the findings of a Dutch experiment, recently published in the National Bureau of Economic Research, the answer likely depends on how much money you already have. 180 households classified as wealthy, and 180 homes deemed poor, were sent…… MORE
Vote On Marijuana Dispensary Ban In Fresno – Delayed Again
FRESNO (KMJ) — The vote to ban recreational marijuana dispensaries in the City of Fresno has been put back to the end of April. The resolution, which also includes prohibiting operations and sales within city limits, was going to be heard on March 23rd. It was then scheduled for March 30th, and is now set…… MORE
Rep. Nunes: No Evidence of Trump’s Wiretap Claim
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Castro Says ICE At Fresno State Is For Career Event Only
FRESNO (KMJ) — Fresno State President Joseph Castro writes on Twitter that ICE’s presence on campus Wednesday is for a scheduled career and internship expo only. The “Recruit Down the 99 and Beyond” event, taking place inside the Save Mart Center, is designed to match up students with opportunities to achieve their future career goals.…… MORE
