FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State’s earthquake early warning system is getting a boost, following Gov. Jerry Brown’s signing of new legislation. It requires California to compile a business plan for the estimated $28 million project by 2018. The system will use sensors which can detect shaking seconds or minutes before an earthquake, and issue alerts…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) – A program through Fresno’s District 1 is building future leaders. City Councilmember Esmeralda Soria is spearheading the Young Councilmember Program, an idea that came about during her first year of council and is now supported by PG&E. “The intent is to really build on their leadership skills and hopefully develop an interest in public…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A bill to restore the voting rights of tens of thousands of felons in the Golden State, has been signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown. The controversial legislation states that anyone convicted of a felony who are not current in prison or on parole, may take part in an election. The measure…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State is expected to see further job growth over the next couple of years, with the unemployment rate being virtually indistinguishable from the national average. That’s among the latest predictions from the UCLA Anderson Forecast. Home building is also likely to continue. Forecasters add that the policies promoted by both Donald…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Adults who grew up on a farm are less likely to deal with allergies, compared to those who grew up in the city. According to a study published in the journal Thorax, farm kids are also less likely to suffer from asthma or hayfever. Researchers are not exactly sure why the correlation exists,…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Master water meters will soon become a thing of the past. New apartments and condominiums in the Golden State will have to be equipped with their own meters, under a bill that’s been signed into law. More than 15 million Californians currently live in units that are not billed for individual water use.…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Fair Political Practices Commission is looking into claims that the California Democratic Party illegally funneled money from oil and energy companies, to the campaigns of high-profile leaders, such as that of Gov. Jerry Brown. Consumer Watchdog alleges that between 2011 and 2014, the party was used as a “pass-through,” to “reward legislative…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — While lower prices at the pump are generally considered beneficial for the pocketbooks of most Americans, they may result in job losses. That’s a claim being made by the Michigan Center for Automotive Research. The center predicts that cheap fuel will lead to a major slump in sales of hybrids, electric vehicles, and…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — From Friends in Low Places and The Dance, to If Tomorrow Never Comes, The Thunder Rolls, and Unanswered Prayers, Garth Brooks both made and broke numerous records during his career of top hits and massive concerts. Now, he says he’s out of retirement, and on tour. That tour includes four shows this weekend,…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The State of California has seen a 122 percent increase, in the number of hate crimes against Muslims. That’s according to a newly-released analysis from Cal State San Bernardino, which says there were 40 anti-Muslim crimes committed last year, compared to 18 in 2014. Researchers blame the increase on terrorist attacks committed by…… MORE
