The National Milk Producers Federation has released recommended changes to the Margin Protection Program in the next farm bill. Federation leaders say the proposed changes will ensure an effective safety net for the nation’s dairy farmers. The recommendations range from changing the way dairy feed costs are calculated, to providing farmers greater flexibility in…… MORE
Uber’s Autonomous Vehicle Experiments Resume in Calif.
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Uber has received permission from the California DMV to operate two SUVs on public roads, along with approval for 48 backup drivers. The permits resolve a months-long conflict, which began when Bber started testing self-driving cars in the Bay Area, without the blessing of state regulators. The DMV ordered Uber to cease…… MORE
Study: Get High, Risk Getting Lower Grades
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A new study from Yale University and Hartford’s Institute for Living, finds that college students who moderately or heavily smoke marijuana and drink alcohol, tend to get lower grades. It involved 1,100 college freshman, over 4 semesters. Those who got high, but seldom drank, were most likely to skip class. The study’s…… MORE
Flavored Tobacco Easier To Buy Than Fruit In Fresno County, Says Survey
CLOVIS (KMJ) — Health officials in the Central Valley say tobacco and alcohol advertisements are responsible for the poor lifestyles in local children. It comes after a statewide survey which shows that flavored tobacco products are easier to find than fruits and vegetables in Fresno County stores. “The flavored tobacco products, the alcohol beverage signs…… MORE
Fresno’s Kepler School Competing For Scholar Dollars Grant Money
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A school in Downtown Fresno is dreaming of a new library, and wants you to click for them. Kepler Neighborhood School is one of four California schools competing for grant money from MyScholarDollars.com. Sarah Addison is the English Language Arts Coordinator at Kepler, and says if they win their dream is a…… MORE
Steak ‘n Shake Opens in Fresno
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The fast food chain that began in the midwest (Illinois in 1934) is known for its premium steak burgers and milkshakes. A new Fresno location opened this week on Kings Canyon, down the street from Sunnyside High School. It’s the only Steak n’ Shake between San Jose and southern California. As…… MORE
Visalia Wants A Local Group To Organize Their 4th Of July Fireworks
VISALIA (KMJ) — Visalia’s annual fireworks show is being used to give a local group a time to shine. “The City Council is seeking a local community organization, or a non-profit, to host the fireworks show this 4th of July,” explains the city’s Allison Mackey. “The City Council’s providing financial assistance, and the location as…… MORE
Tip to Crime Stoppers Helps Bust Accused Fresno Thief
(KMJ) – Fresno Police Chief Jerry Dyer used his weekly KMJ Valley Crime Stoppers update to applaud the arrest of one of the City’s most active thieves. Jaime Murray (pictured) was sought for ripping off high-end items from numerous business across Fresno including Sportsman’s Warehouse. But, thanks to a tip phoned in to Crime Stoppers,…… MORE
18 Year Veteran Fresno PD Officer Is Target Of Gunfire
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – An 18-year veteran of the Fresno Police Department is the target of gunfire. Fresno police have been targeting gangs in violent areas over the past week and on Sunday night, one of their officers was the target himself of gunfire. Fresno Police Chief Jerry Dyer says the veteran officer was in…… MORE
Gas Line Broken During Operation To Clear Fresno Homeless Camp
FRESNO (KMJ) — An effort to clear a homeless camp in Fresno Monday morning, temporarily forced local residents out of their homes too after a gas line was ruptured. “The line that this excavator hit was above the ground,” explains Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims. “So they were removing debris, they weren’t digging underneath the…… MORE
