FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Drivers hitting the road for the first time between the ages of 16 and 17, are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal collision. That’s among the findings of a new AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study, which also says that summer is the deadliest time of year for…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Almost half of Californians favor a sanctuary state, in which local law enforcement largely leaves immigration matters to the feds. That’s according to the latest survey from the nonpartisan Public Policy Institute of California, which also shows significant concerns about tougher immigrations policies, and their affect on the economy. Similar to other…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Assembly is choosing not to renew a contract with the law firm of former Attorney General Eric Holder, whom Democrats tapped earlier this year to develop a strategy, to resist the Trump Administration. Speaker Anthony Rendon, who announced the $25,000 per month contract in January, says the state will seek…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A key vote could come this week on a proposal for single-payer medical insurance in the California Legislature. “Healthy California” would establish a public department, which supporters say would cover all operations and services. The cost: $400 billion a year. However, an early analysis says about half of that could be covered…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Fewer than a quarter of Americans use the total number of vacation days available to them. According to a new Glassdoor.com survey,l two out of three use a portion of their time off, and one in eleven use nothing. However, experts say that’s likely having a negative impact on health. Those who…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The cost of filling up the car this Memorial Day weekend is noticeably higher than it was just days ago. AAA says the price for a gallon of gas here in Fresno is averaging to $3.14, which is up 12 cents from last week. That’s nearly twice the increase experienced statewide. Nationwide,…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Deadly shootings of civilians by police officers are less common, in states with tougher gun restrictions. That’s according to a new study published in the American Journal of Public Health, which says states who’ve enacted strict gun laws have essentially cut such shootings in half. The findings add to existing data about…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Decreasing inventory and lower affordability have led to a 4-month decline in home sales. The California Association of Realtors says they declined by nearly 6 percent in April compared to March. Sales were down by more than 11 percent, here in the Central Valley. Spring is usually a busy season for home…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Companies seeking to hire millennials are increasingly offering student loan assistance. According to a new Challenger, Gray & Christmas survey, more than 70 percent of employers say helping employees with educational debts, is playing a greater role in attracting younger talent. Student loans account for the second highest consumer burden in the…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The San Joaquin Valley Air District is offering incentives for zero-emission lawn mower purchases. They’re offering rebates of $250 in an effort to get local residents to abandon their gas-powered mowers. To qualify, you’ll have to take your old mower to an authorized dismantling company, and submit paperwork within 30 days of…… MORE
