MADERA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The California Highway Patrol says 106 deaths were caused by crashes in the Madera area between 2020 and 2023. The agency recently received $130,000 in grant money to help fight these deadly statistics and make roads and highways in the county safer. That’s welcome news to Maria Balch, who’s been fighting…… MORE
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The World Ag Expo is looking for sweet singing voices in Tulare County. You can now apply to sing the national anthem at the annual expo. Local singers who live in Tulare County or are a World Ag Expo exhibitor are invited to apply. You must be at least 16…… MORE
SANGER, Calif. (KFSN) — Residents near Pitman Farms in Sanger are being asked to shelter in place due to an ammonia leak. Crews have been at the facility on North and Academy avenues throughout the morning. Officials say that nearby residents may smell ammonia in the air. They added that you should turn off any air…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno Police Department’s SWAT team is being recognized for 50 years of service. Members of the Special Weapons and Tactics Force gathered with interim police chief Mindy Casto at Thursday’s council meeting to receive a special commendation. Officers say they pride themselves on taking part in long and often difficult training sessions…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – A man shot and killed at apartment complex overnight in northwest Fresno is identified. Details were released during a press conference Friday afternoon. Police said the shooting was reported shortly after midnight Friday at the Windscape Apartments on Nees near Poplar Avenue. Officers arrived to find bullet holes in the front…… MORE
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An early-morning fire in Fresno County has destroyed a mobile home and left several dogs dead. The fire was first reported at about 7:30 am on Clarkson and 6th — that’s just outside the city of Kingsburg. There is a home, some trailers and at least one shed on the property.…… MORE
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — As the holiday season approaches, Fresno County law enforcement is taking action to address the increase in DUI incidents this year. During a press conference Wednesday morning, Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp announced the county is dealing with an uptick in DUI cases. In 2023, they filed more than 4,800…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A band of international outlaws hit Valley ATMs and other money machines across the state to steal millions of dollars. Disguised in construction vests and medical masks, the group allegedly cased buildings holding ATMs to coordinate their plan of attack. The FBI began investigating the group in May after an attempt…… MORE
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Crews are battling a wildfire in Tulare County early Monday morning. The Campbell Fire is burning in the area of Yokohl Valley Dr. and Stewart Dr, near Springville. According to CAL FIRE, the flames broke out shortly after 3 am and have charred about 150 acres. There are no reports…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Wednesday is the last chance for Fresno residents to weigh in on what they want in the city’s next police chief. The last virtual meeting will take place at 7:00 pm Oct. 23, 2024. The third of four virtual meetings was held Tuesday night for community members to share their thoughts on…… MORE
