FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Electronic cigarettes have been at the center of controversy, given the lack of data about the long-term impacts. Increasing use among teens has led to numerous regulations. Now, researchers at Yale warn that young people are turning to “dripping.” Instead of using a cartridge of juice and a wick that goes to…… MORE
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IRS Issues Warning About New W-2 Scam
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The IRS has issued a warning about a new W-2 scam. It’s called the W-2 e-mail phishing scam, and it’s extended beyond corporations, to smaller companies, non-profits, and public schools. Successful crooks make off with sensitive information, and are able to additional criminal activities, including filing phony tax returns. The Internal Revenue…… MORE
Report: Workplace Stress On The Rise
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — More than 52 percent of American workers report being stressed on a daily basis. That’s according to a new Accounttemps report, which says that 60 percent of employees feel work-related pressures, have have increased over the past 5 years. They cite major workloads, tough deadlines, and unrealistic expectations. Analysts attribute it to…… MORE
DWR: Sierra Snowpack Water Content 173% of Average
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Water content in the Sierra snowpack is now at 173 percent of the historical average. The latest electronic readings from the Calif. Department of Water Resources, confirm that snow continues to fall, at rates not seen in more than 10 years. In addition, the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that nearly half of…… MORE
A Look at the Most Difficult-to-Fill Jobs
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — CareerCast.com is out with its list of the most difficult-to-fill jobs. While unemployment remains high in certain regions, the concept of labor shortages may seem odd. However, analysts say it’s because there are not enough qualified professionals for these jobs. They include six-figure gigs such as data scientist and software engineer, as…… MORE
Gallup: Overall Well-Being Has Declined Among Californians
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — When it comes to physical health, the picture is improving improving nationwide. That’s according to the latest Gallup / Healthways Well-Being Index, which examined exercise trends, health and dental insurance stats, as well as smoking rates. But, California, has fallen behind, albeit slightly. The state now ranks 13th in the nation when…… MORE
Calif. Aquifers Beginning to Recharge
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Thanks to the recent storms, groundwater managers say California’s underground aquifers have begun to recharge. Many basins have filled up significantly; that’ll seep into the soil and help the severely low aquifers levels recover. Eventually, more water will be available for drinking and agriculture, and the risk for floods will be reduced.…… MORE
Lawsuit Alleges Wells Fargo Discriminated Against Immigrant Students
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to a new federal lawsuit filed in San Francisco, Wells Fargo illegally denied student loans to young immigrants, who were protected from deportation under a program created by the Obama Administration. The students are said to have had the required Social Security numbers and other ID documents, but were rejected due…… MORE
CA Controller: Panoche Water District’s Spending “Shocking”
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Calling it “shocking,” Calif. State Controller Betty Yee says the Panoche Water District’s lack of spending oversight, has resulted in potentially unlawful activity. Investigators say the Firebaugh-based district has given free housing to its employees, along with interest-free loans. Agency credit cards were even used to purchased season tickets to Raiders and…… MORE
CA Legislator Urges White House to Release First Lady’s Immigration Documents
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Democratic CA State Senator Nancy Skinner of Berkeley is urging the White House, to release First Lady Melania Trump’s immigration documents. Skinner is among several lawmakers who are protesting President Donald Trump’s recent executive actions. Back in November, an AP investigation found that the first lady lacked proper work visas, when she…… MORE
