Tag Archives: Fresno

Funeral for Madera Man Gunned Down While Working at Walgreens

Funeral for Madera Man Gunned Down While Working at Walgreens

MADERA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Many people will gather to remember the man who was gunned down inside a Walgreens in Madera. 29-year old Erick Velazquez will be laid to rest on Monday. He was shot to death on March 31, 2025 at the store on Cleveland and Schnoor just before 10 pm. Police say Narciso Fernandez…MORE

Man Stabbed In Northwest Fresno

Man Stabbed In Northwest Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Police are investigating a stabbing following a family disturbance in northwest Fresno.  Officers had their guns pulled out at home on Weber near Herndon, right next to the Marketplace at El Paseo.  Officers responded to the home after 6 am following a report of a family disturbance.  Officials say a man…MORE

Man Stabbed Multiple Times During ‘Family Disturbance’ In Central Fresno 

Man Stabbed Multiple Times During ‘Family Disturbance’ In Central Fresno 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man has been hospitalized after police say he was stabbed multiple times in central Fresno.  It happened in a neighborhood on Pleasant near Shields at about 4:45 am Monday.  Authorities say there was a family disturbance that led to the man being stabbed at least four times.  He was taken…MORE

Man Killed In Hit-and-run In Fresno County 

Man Killed In Hit-and-run In Fresno County 

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The California Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash in Fresno County.  It happened at about midnight Monday on southbound Marks Avenue near Highway 180.  Officers say a man was down on the road along Marks.  There is no word on a suspect vehicle at this time.  Officers believe…MORE

Suspected DUI Driver Crashes into Northwest Fresno Home

Suspected DUI Driver Crashes into Northwest Fresno Home

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A suspected DUI driver is recovering in the hospital after crashing into a northwest Fresno home. Officers were called out to Marks Avenue just north of Palo Alto around midnight Friday. That’s where they found a vehicle, on its side, wedged between a home and a brick wall, with the driver…MORE

‘Foundation For Central Schools’ Holds Scholarship Awards Event 

‘Foundation For Central Schools’ Holds Scholarship Awards Event 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A local organization is supporting Valley students as they further their education.  “Foundation For Central Schools” held its scholarship awards event Thursday night at Pardini’s in northwest Fresno.  The foundation works to support Central Unified students and employees.  Several memorial scholarships were handed out, including 10 $2,500 awards in honor of…MORE

Fresno State Student Fees To Rise For 2025 Fall Semester 

Fresno State Student Fees To Rise For 2025 Fall Semester 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Starting this fall, Fresno State Students will pay nearly $500 more a year to fund academic, athletics and student support programs.  University president Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval approved a mandatory $495 increase on Tuesday.  The fee is expected to bring in more than $11 million annually, including $5 million to the athletic department. …MORE

Christmas Tree Lane Walks Nights Could Be On Chopping Block Amid Safety Concerns 

Christmas Tree Lane Walks Nights Could Be On Chopping Block Amid Safety Concerns 

 FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The future of a beloved Fresno tradition is now in jeopardy as residents of Fig Garden Village raise concerns about Christmas Tree Lane.  “With this influx of so many vendors, it has really created a carnivalesque atmosphere,” HOA Treasurer Dan Gallagher said.  In a newsletter obtained by Action News, Gallagher wrote…MORE

Car Strikes Family of 3 In Central Fresno

Car Strikes Family of 3 In Central Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A family of three has been hospitalized after police say they were hit by a car in central Fresno.  It happened on Princeton Avenue at Angus Street at about 7:45 am Tuesday.  Police say the parents and their child were crossing the street when they were hit. Officers say the driver…MORE

Victims Identified in Clovis DUI Chase 

Victims Identified in Clovis DUI Chase 

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A Clovis police chase of a suspected 18-year-old DUI driver ended following a crash that left two of his passengers dead.  The California Highway Patrol says the crash happened at 9:40 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of Temperance and Belmont avenues.  The CHP says a Dodge Charger, driven by 18-year-old…MORE