FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to a new USC study, both Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have been using software bots, to generate significant support on Twitter. However, researchers says Trump has used the bots more heavily to generate positive content. 20 million tweets sent out between Sept. 16 and Oct. 21 were written by only…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Examining the characteristics of drivers, based on their political beliefs. That’s the purpose of the 2016 Election and Cars Survey, conducted by swapalease.com. When it comes to the car that best matches their personality, Democrats chose Tesla. Republicans, on the other hand, picked the Corvette. As for which cars their presidential candidate…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Secretary of State’s office and the Association of Clerks and Election Officials, say the notion of a “rigged” election is unfounded. Instances of voter fraud, they say, are extremely rare, and registrars frequently update their lists to remove people who have passed away. A recent Gallup poll found that a…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — It’s not necessarily a lack of sleep, but the combination of being a night owl and daytime drowsiness, that’s to blame for cranky teenagers. That’s according to a new study published in the journal Pediatrics, which reiterates the need for later school start times. Experts say sleep time misalignment and early school…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — When it comes to respecting the supporters of the opposite candidate, Clinton backers appear to have a more difficult time. According to a new Pew Research Center survey, 56 percent of those voting for Trump, say they have no trouble respecting those supporting the Democrat. However, 58 percent of those seeking a…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Over the last 20 tears, the obesity problem has grown significantly in the U.S.,leading some experts to believe that “fat” be the new norm, as more than 3 quarters of adults are classified by the feds as “overweight” or “obese.” A new report by WalletHub shows were the problem is most evident.…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Calif. Governor Jerry Brown is accusing the FBI director of violating professional responsibility, by informing federal lawmakers about newly-discovered e-mails, tied to the previous investigation of Clinton’s private server. James Comey told Congress on Friday that the e-mails were discovered, during an investigation into underage sexting, allegedly by the husband of Clinton…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California DMV, CHP, Bureau of Automotive Repair, and Office of Traffic Safety say the owners tens of thousands of vehicles, have yet to replace potentially deadly Takata airbag inflators. The models they’re most concerned about are Hondas and Acuras from the early 2000s. The agencies say if you own one of…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — 70 percent of voters believe the 2016 election is of greater importance, than previous campaigns. That’s according to the latest Gallup poll, which has found similar feelings over the past three elections. Prior to 2004, voters weren’t as likely to regard the presidential election as vital. Pollsters say Republicans feel the outcome…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — So-called ballot selfies are against the law in California, but not for much longer. A new law will reverse a 125-year-old provision of the election code, which prohibits you from revealing the contents of your marked ballot. It doesn’t take effect, however, until January. So, if you feel inclined to share your…… MORE
