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“Unprecedented” Numbers Coming Into Community Health Emergency Rooms

“Unprecedented” Numbers Coming Into Community Health Emergency Rooms

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Community Regional Medical Center and Clovis Community Hospital are experiencing an “unprecedented” number of patients in their emergency rooms. “The volume of patients is similar, actually more than when we took care of patients during COVID times,” emergency medicine physician/chief emergency medicine at UCSF Fresno, Dr. Danielle Campagne said. “The nice…MORE

Hughes Fire Erupts Near Lake Castaic and Grapevine in LA County

Hughes Fire Erupts Near Lake Castaic and Grapevine in LA County

LOS ANGELES — A brush fire erupted amid powerful winds Wednesday afternoon in the Castaic area in the northwest region of Los Angeles County, spreading quickly to more than 500 acres near the freeway, officials said. Los Angeles County fire crews were responding to the so-called Hughes Fire burning in the area of Lake Hughes Road.…MORE

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Reports Over 2.6 Million Travelers In 2024

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Reports Over 2.6 Million Travelers In 2024

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno Yosemite International Airport has reached new heights. A spokesperson says more than 2.6 million customers made their way through the airport in 2024. That’s a nine percent increase from the previous year. Experts explain the numbers were generated by increased flights and seat capacity. The airport says in addition to…MORE

Man Found Shot Near Visalia Shopping Center, Police Say

Man Found Shot Near Visalia Shopping Center, Police Say

VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man has been hospitalized after he was found shot near a busy shopping center in Visalia on Tuesday. Visalia police say the man was found around 1 pm in a parking lot near WinCo Foods on Caldwell Avenue and Chinowth Street. He was taken to a local hospital, where his…MORE

Man Arrested for Entering Woman’s Fresno County Home, Stabbing Her, Deputies Say

Man Arrested for Entering Woman’s Fresno County Home, Stabbing Her, Deputies Say

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man has been arrested after sheriff’s deputies say he say physically assaulted and stabbed a woman after entering her Fresno County home. Authorities say 41-year-old Samuel Rodriguez went to the home on Belmont and DeWolf between 7:30 and 8 pm Sunday. Deputies say the front door was unlocked and…MORE

Community Honors Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in Merced

Community Honors Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in Merced

MERCED, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – Hundreds gathered to celebrate the life and work of Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. in Merced on Monday. Organizers and attendees agree Doctor King’s message of unity is more important than ever. “We are one. That we work together, we love each other,” read a message on one attendee’s sing during a…MORE

Hundreds Attend 41st MLK March & Commemoration in Downtown Fresno

Hundreds Attend 41st MLK March & Commemoration in Downtown Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – People of all ages and backgrounds from across the Central Valley descended upon downtown Fresno on Monday morning. “As a young group of people, I feel like we’re starting to lose what our elders have taught us,” said Olyvia Stafford. Which is why she and her mom always make sure to join…MORE

2 Men Killed in Car Crash in Kings County, CHP Says

2 Men Killed in Car Crash in Kings County, CHP Says

KINGS COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation continues after two men died in a car crash in Kings County. It happened just before 8:30 pm Sunday at the intersection of Highway 41 and Lacey Boulevard — just north of Lemoore. Investigators with the California Highway Patrol say a man in a truck was driving north…MORE

Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th President

Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th President

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president Monday, returning to power with a promise to end America’s decline and to “completely and totally reverse” the actions of the man who drove him from office four years ago. Trump overcame impeachments, criminal indictments and a pair of assassination attempts to win…MORE

Fresno Chaffee Zoo Takes Extra Precautions Amid Bird Flu

Fresno Chaffee Zoo Takes Extra Precautions Amid Bird Flu

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is taking extra precautions to protect staff, guests and the animals from Avian Flu. Right now, the walkthrough aviaries are closed and zoo staff is wearing personal protective equipment when around birds or in their spaces. Staff access to areas with susceptible species will also be limited to…MORE